But who caught the eye for the Blades? Here’s our player ratings from the game.
1. Aaron Ramsdale 7
Made a decent early save from Torres' header and an even better one to deny the Spaniard from close range. Had little chance with City's goal and showed good bravery to head away from Sterling on the edge of his box Photo: Tim Keeton
2. George Baldock 6
Showed good defensive instincts to snuff out a quick City counter-attack with a sliding tackle and looked to get forward as much as he could, although the final ball didn't have as much quality as it did at Anfield Photo: Tim Keeton
3. Chris Basham 7
Worked tirelessly to support attacks but also got United out of trouble defensively too, especially when cutting out De Bruyne's dangerous pass in the second half Photo: Pool
4. John Egan 7
Superb defending prevented De Bruyne's pass sending Sterling through on goal in the first half. Given a difficult afternoon by the direct running of Torres but coped with it well Photo: Tim Keeton