Manchester United and Manchester City meet at Old Trafford on Sunday in the 199th Manchester derby, with the two sides heading into the Premier League clash in contrasting form. United have made an inconsistent start to the season, while City have won all three of their league matches so far.
With Michael Carrick and Enzo Maresca facing their first Manchester derby as managers, the latest team news, recent form and head-to-head record could play a major role in what promises to be an early test for both sides.
Here’s our full Manchester United vs Manchester City prediction, H2H record, key stats and expected lineups.
Match Details
Match Details | Information |
|---|---|
Match | Manchester United vs Manchester City |
Competition | Premier League |
Date | September 13, 2026 |
Kick-off | 4:30 PM BST |
Venue | Old Trafford, Manchester |
Referee | Michael Oliver |
Latest Team News & Form
Manchester United
Manchester United head into the derby after an inconsistent start to the Premier League season, with one win, one draw and one defeat from their opening three matches. They opened with a 5-2 comeback win over Ipswich Town, lost 2-0 to newly promoted Hull City, and then drew 2-2 at Everton after conceding a stoppage-time equaliser.
United did, however, receive a confidence boost in midweek with a 4-0 Champions League victory over Sabah. Benjamin Šeško scored again after returning from a lengthy shin injury, while Michael Carrick has been encouraged by the striker's improving fitness and form.
Luke Shaw is a doubt after missing the Sabah game with a minor issue, while Carlos Baleba and Amad Diallo remain unavailable. Matthijs de Ligt is also unlikely to return in time, although he has resumed training.
Marcus Rashford is also expected to be available for the derby after missing the midweek Champions League win over Sabah. His availability gives Michael Carrick another attacking option ahead of Sunday's clash at Old Trafford.
Manchester City
Manchester City arrive at Old Trafford with a perfect Premier League record, having won all three of their opening matches. Their latest league victory was a 1-0 win over Coventry City, followed by a 2-0 Champions League victory away to Porto, with Erling Haaland continuing his excellent start to the campaign.
Enzo Maresca has confirmed that Nico O'Reilly is fully fit and available after missing the last two matches with a back issue. However, Jérémy Doku will miss the derby as he continues to recover from a calf injury suffered in the Community Shield.
Manchester United vs Manchester City: Head-to-Head
Manchester United and Manchester City have a long-standing rivalry, with the overall head-to-head record slightly favoring United. Across all competitive meetings, Manchester United have recorded 81 wins, compared with 62 wins for Manchester City, while 55 matches have ended in draws.
In recent meetings, however, the balance has been much closer. United have won three of the last six encounters, City have won two, and one match has ended in a draw.
Recent Form: Last 6 Matches
Date | Competition | Result | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
Jan 17, 2026 | Premier League | Manchester United 2-0 Manchester City | Manchester United |
Sep 14, 2025 | Premier League | Manchester City 3-0 Manchester United | Manchester City |
Apr 6, 2025 | Premier League | Manchester United 0-0 Manchester City | Draw |
Dec 15, 2024 | Premier League | Manchester City 1-2 Manchester United | Manchester United |
Aug 10, 2024 | Community Shield | Manchester City 1-1 Manchester United* | Manchester City |
May 25, 2024 | FA Cup Final | Manchester City 1-2 Manchester United | Manchester United |
*Manchester City won 7-6 on penalties after the Community Shield ended 1-1.
Last 6 record: Manchester United 3 wins | Draws 1 | Manchester City 2 wins
All-time competitive record: Manchester United 81 wins | Draws 55 | Manchester City 62 wins.
You're right. Since the derby is September 13, 2026, we should use the 2026/27 Premier League stats after three league matches, not last season.
Manchester United vs Manchester City: Key Stats & Comparison
Both sides have played three Premier League matches heading into the Manchester derby, but their starts have been very different. Manchester City have won all three games, while Manchester United have one win, one draw and one defeat.
Stat | Manchester United | Manchester City |
|---|---|---|
Matches | 3 | 3 |
Wins | 1 | 3 |
Draws | 1 | 0 |
Losses | 1 | 0 |
Goals Scored | 7 | 7 |
Goals Conceded | 6 | 2 |
Goal Difference | +1 | +5 |
Points | 4 | 9 |
Goals per Game | 2.33 | 2.33 |
Clean Sheets | 0 | 1 |
United have scored the same number of goals as City despite taking only four points, but their defensive record is a major difference: six goals conceded compared with City's two.
City's perfect three-match record also highlights the difference between the two sides so far, with United recording one win, one draw and one defeat.
Key takeaway: City enter the derby with the stronger overall numbers, particularly defensively, while United's seven goals in three matches suggest they still have enough attacking threat to make the matchup competitive.
Manchester United vs Manchester City: Key Players to Watch
Manchester United
Benjamin Šeško – The Slovenian striker has quickly become one of United’s biggest attacking threats. After scoring in the 4-0 Champions League win over Sabah, Šeško will look to carry that momentum into his first Manchester derby at Old Trafford.
Bruno Fernandes – United’s captain remains central to their attacking play, providing creativity from midfield and a threat from set pieces. His ability to find space between City’s midfield and defence could be crucial.
Manchester City
Erling Haaland – Haaland has made a strong start to the new campaign and enters the derby in excellent scoring form. His movement and physical presence will pose a major test for United’s defence.
Phil Foden – With Jérémy Doku unavailable, Foden could have an even greater role in City’s attacking build-up. His ability to operate between the lines and create chances could be decisive at Old Trafford.
Manchester United vs Manchester City: Expected Lineups
Predicted lineups based on the latest team news, injuries and expected tactical setups ahead of Sunday's Manchester derby.
Manchester United – 4-2-3-1: Senne Lammens; Diogo Dalot, Harry Maguire, Lisandro Martínez, Luke Shaw; Kobbie Mainoo, Youri Tielemans; Bryan Mbeumo, Bruno Fernandes, Patrick Dorgu; Benjamin Šeško.
Manchester City – 4-2-3-1: Gianluigi Donnarumma; Matheus Nunes, Rúben Dias, Marc Guéhi, Joško Gvardiol; Enzo Fernández, Elliot Anderson; Phil Foden, Rayan Cherki, Antoine Semenyo; Erling Haaland.
How to Watch Manchester United vs Manchester City: TV Channel & Live Stream
Manchester United and Manchester City will meet in the Premier League on Sunday, September 13, at Old Trafford, with kick-off scheduled for 4:30pm BST.
TV channel: In the UK, the match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League, with coverage also available on Sky Sports Ultra HDR.
Live stream: UK viewers can stream the match live via Sky Go and NOW, depending on their subscription.
International broadcast details vary by country, so viewers outside the UK should check their local listings for the available TV channel or streaming service.
Manchester United vs Manchester City: Prediction
City's perfect league record makes them slight favourites, but United's home advantage and attacking threat could make this a much closer contest than the teams' early-season records suggest.
A high-scoring draw could be on the cards, with United capable of exploiting City's defensive spaces while City have shown enough attacking quality to cause problems at the other end. With both sides possessing significant attacking threats, a share of the points looks like a reasonable outcome.
Prediction: Manchester United 2-2 Manchester City
Manchester United vs Manchester City FAQs
When is Manchester United vs Manchester City?
Manchester United vs Manchester City will take place on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at Old Trafford. Kick-off is scheduled for 4:30pm BST.
What channel is Manchester United vs Manchester City on?
The match will be shown live in the UK on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Ultra HDR.
How can I watch Manchester United vs Manchester City online?
UK viewers can stream the match live via Sky Go and NOW, depending on their subscription.
Who is favourite to win Manchester United vs Manchester City?
Manchester City are slight favourites after winning all three of their opening Premier League matches. However, United's home advantage and attacking quality could make the derby a close contest.
What is the prediction for Manchester United vs Manchester City?
Our prediction is Manchester United 2-2 Manchester City. Both teams have shown enough attacking quality to make a high-scoring draw a realistic outcome.
What is the head-to-head record between Manchester United and Manchester City?
Manchester United have the overall advantage in competitive meetings, with 81 wins, compared with 62 wins for Manchester City, while 55 matches have ended in draws.