Manchester United FC vs Manchester City FC, English Premier League 2026-27, Today Match Prediction
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Manchester City FC
United and City Clash in First Post-Pep Manchester Derby
- United have won nine of their last 10 Premier League home games (L1).
- City have scored at least one goal in their last 19 Premier League games.
- Both teams have managed to score in Manchester United’s last seven Premier League home games.
We predict draw (2-2).
| Tournament: | English Premier League 2026-27 |
| Venue: | Old Trafford |
Manchester United FC vs Manchester City FC Match Prediction & Analysis
The Premier League weekend will conclude with a mouthwatering Manchester derby at Old Trafford, marking the first meeting between the rivals in the post-Pep Guardiola era. Manchester City have made a flying start under their new management, winning all three games, although their narrow victory over Coventry left plenty to be desired.
United, meanwhile, have endured a frustrating opening, with just one win from three and a late collapse against Everton costing them two points. Nevertheless, there is plenty at stake, particularly for the hosts, who will be desperate to make a statement in the derby.
Current Standings: Manchester City currently occupy the top spot in the table with nine points, while United are down at 11th with four points.
Head-to-Head Record: In 58 matches that have been played between the teams, United holds an advantage in this rivalry with a 27-21 win-loss record with 10 draws.
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Manchester United FC Preview
After a promising end to last season under Michael Carrick, Manchester United have made a shaky start to the new campaign. They began with a shock defeat to Hull City before responding with a win over newly promoted Ipswich Town, only to throw away a 2-0 lead against Everton and settle for a disappointing draw on MD3.
Defensive frailties have been a recurring issue, with United shipping two goals in each of their opening three games, something they had not done since the 1969/70 season. On the brighter side, their attack has been productive, with seven goals, the league’s second-highest xG, and league-leading figures for shots (68) and shots on target (19). Bruno Fernandes has once again led the charge, contributing three goals and an assist.
However, the defence will need to be far more disciplined on Sunday if the Red Devils are to repeat their last home victory over City.
United have won nine of their last 10 Premier League home games (L1).
Both teams have managed to score in Manchester United’s last seven Premier League home games.
Manchester United have scored two or more goals in four of their last five Premier League matches.
Team News
Luke Shaw, who missed the recent Champions League tie, has been cleared to return for the derby clash. However, Manchester United will still be without Carlos Baleba, Matthijs de Ligt, Manuel Ugarte and Amad Diallo, who remain sidelined through injury.
Manchester United Probable starting Lineup
Lammens (GK); Dalot, Maguire, Martinez, Shaw, Tielemans, Mainoo, Mbeumo, Fernandes, Cunha, Sesko
Manchester City FC Preview
For the first time in a decade, Manchester City will enter a Manchester derby without Pep Guardiola at the helm. During his tenure, City won 11 of their 20 league derbies, drawing five and losing just four. Now, Enzo Maresca has the task of carrying that dominance forward, and a victory on Sunday would see him join eight previous City managers who won their first league Manchester derby.
Maresca has enjoyed an excellent start, with City sitting top after three straight league wins and a 4-0 Champions League thrashing of Porto, despite losing the Community Shield final to Arsenal at the start of the season.
However, they have hardly been flawless, allowing three or more big chances in three of their five games. At the other end, Erling Haaland has once again been the difference-maker, scoring five goals in his last three appearances. Sunday’s derby will provide Maresca with his first major test since taking charge.
Haaland has scored eight goals in his seven league appearance against Manchester United.
City have scored at least one goal in their last 19 Premier League games.
City are unbeaten in their last nine Premier League away games.
Team News
Jeremy Doku remains Manchester City’s only confirmed absentee, while Nico O'Reilly is expected to back after missing the Coventry game.
Manchester City Probable starting Lineup
Donnarumma (GK); Nunes, Guehi, Dias, Gvardiol, Anderson, Fernandez, Semenyo, Cherki, Ndiaye, Haaland
MANCHESTER UNITED FC vs MANCHESTER CITY FC
Winning PredictionManchester United may enter the derby on shaky ground, but there are reasons for optimism. They have won their last five matches at Old Trafford across competitions and also claimed a 2-0 victory in this fixture last season.
City may have held the upper hand during Guardiola’s reign, but they have managed just one win in the last four Manchester derbies, alongside a draw and two defeats. With both sides carrying their own strengths and concerns, we expect the spoils to be shared on Sunday.
The bookmakers meanwhile back City by small margins, backing them at odds of 2.14, and United's at 3.15 while a draw is backed at 3.75.
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