Manchester United vs Man City: Premier League – predictions, teams, lineups | Football
Manchester United Set to Face Manchester City in Premier League Derby
Who: Manchester United vs. Manchester City
What: English Premier League match
Where: Old Trafford, Manchester, United Kingdom
When: Sunday, September 13 at 4:30 PM local time (15:30 GMT)
How to Follow: Coverage begins on Al Jazeera Sport at 1:30 PM (12:30 GMT), with live text commentary available.
Manchester United and Manchester City will meet this Sunday in the first Manchester derby of the 2026-27 Premier League season at Old Trafford. City, who currently top the Premier League table, enter the match with a strong start under new manager Enzo Maresca, while United seeks consistency following a mixed beginning to their campaign.
Maresca, who succeeded Pep Guardiola during the summer, faces his first significant test after a near-flawless opening to the season. City has garnered nine points across their first four matches, buoyed by standout performances from striker Erling Haaland, who has scored five goals thus far. In their last outing, City secured a 2-0 victory over Porto in the Champions League.
In contrast, Manchester United has experienced a turbulent start, registering two wins, one draw, and one loss in their first four games across competitions. The team began the Premier League season with a disappointing 2-0 defeat to newly promoted Hull City, but rebounded with a resounding 5-2 victory against Ipswich Town, highlighted by a hat-trick from captain Bruno Fernandes. United’s fortunes dipped again this past week with a 2-2 draw at Everton, leaving them in 11th place in the league standings with four points.
Team Performances
Manchester United’s Record:
United’s mixed performance this season includes notable moments, particularly Bruno Fernandes’s contributions. Despite their current league position, the team secured a commanding 4-0 victory against Azerbaijan’s Sabah in their Champions League return.
Manchester City’s Record:
City has maintained an impressive record, winning all four matches since their loss to Arsenal in the Community Shield. Their campaign began with a narrow 2-1 win over Bournemouth and included a significant 4-1 victory against Crystal Palace. Maresca’s squad has shown resilience and potency, exemplified by their recent triumphs.
Previous Encounters
In the most recent Manchester derby, United emerged victorious with a 2-0 win on January 17, 2026, marking Michael Carrick’s first game as interim manager. City, however, has not forgotten their last league victory over United, a commanding 3-0 win on September 14, 2025.
Predictions and Team News
Opta’s analysis suggests a slight edge for Manchester City, who hold a 44.2% chance of winning compared to United’s 31.6%, with a 24.2% probability of a draw. Historically, United leads the head-to-head record with 81 wins, compared to City’s 62, and 55 matches have ended in draws.
In terms of team news, Manchester United faces injury challenges with several players sidelined, including new recruit Carlos Baleba and winger Amad Diallo. However, Carrick is expected to benefit from the return of Benjamin Sesko, who has scored in recent matches.
Manchester City will miss winger Jeremy Doku due to a calf injury, but full-back Nico O’Reilly is available for selection. New signings Enzo Fernandez, Elliott Anderson, and Ayyoub Bouaddi could make their first start together on Sunday.
Viewing Information
The match will be available for streaming in various regions, including:
- United Kingdom: Sky Sports
- Middle East and North Africa: beIN Sports
- South Africa: SuperSport
- United States: Telemundo, Peacock
- India: Star Sports, JioHotstar
To find local broadcasting details, viewers can visit the Premier League’s official website.
As excitement builds for this season’s first Manchester derby, both teams look to secure vital points in their quest for Premier League supremacy.
