Manchester City is set to host Manchester United in the 197th Manchester Derby on Sunday, and we’ve seen who will be on top, and the lineup and injuries concerns that both sides could head towards a very important event.
Man City vs Man UTD Team News
Starting with Man City, it’s an understatement to say it was an annoying international break. Citizens have returned with further injuries and now have as many as 10 players on the treatment table. That’s the last thing they needed, considering Pep Guardiola’s side just suffered successive defeats at the hands of Tottenham Hotspur and Brighton.
Guardiola spoke about the issue of injuries on his part at a pre-match press conference, saying, “Omar was injured from Egypt (an international duty). John Stones is also suspicious. That’s not a big deal, but he’s not a doubt on Sunday.
The Spaniard has confirmed that Omar Mamouch will be out with Rayan Ayte Nouri for a few weeks, but they have doubts about the Stones and Cherki playing Man United this weekend. However, there may be a debut for Gianluigi donnarumma.
On the other hand, in the red corner, things aren’t that good in terms of injuries. Reuben Amorim confirmed that Masteus Cunha, Mason Mount and Diogo Darott knocked before and after an international break, then everything was unavailable after knocking.
The Man United boss told reporters: “I think they’re out in this game. I don’t know how long it will take. The players need to be a very competitive team, but there are very good players who want to play, so they’re competitive on Sundays, but they can’t help us with this game.”
The Portuguese manager also remained Coy when asked about Senne Ranmen’s potential debut. That means Altay Bayindir got one last opportunity.
Man City predicted the lineup (4-3-3): Donnaruma. Nunes; Disasters; Ake; Gvardiol; Rodri; reijnders; Silva; Bob; Haaland; Doc
Man United pre-set lineup (3-4-2-1): Bayindd; Lattice de ligt Shawn Modern; Vehicle correct, Fernandez. president
Man City vs Man UtdRecent Results
The Manchester Derby is never easy to predict. For all of Man City’s Premier League domination over the past six years, they haven’t had a game to forget about their local rivals. And it proved to be last season.
Even if Amorim’s team stumbled on a disastrous bottom half finish, they managed to score three points at Etihad in a dramatic way – scoring twice in the final two minutes, snatching victory from the loss.
Man City vs Man UTD results | season | competition |
|---|---|---|
Man Utd 0-0 Man City | 24/25 | Premier League |
Man City 1-2 Man Utd | 24/25 | Premier League |
Man City 1-1 Man UTD (7-6 penalty) | 24/25 | Community Shield |
Man City 1-2 Man Utd | 23/24 | FA Cup |
Man City 3-1 Man Utd | 23/24 | Premier League |
What stands out instantly at a recent conference is Man United’s record. The Red Devils have lost just once in five games at normal times to their rivals, and are aiming to unbeate five games this weekend.
Once in the game, form suggests that Man United should actually have an advantage. Amorim’s team entered the international break from the back of a final 3-2 victory against Burnley, but Man City went behind two losses in three games.
Man City vs Man UTD predictions and odds
Although he says his form is different these days, Bookie has Man City as his favorite heading into the Manchester Derby. On 8/11, citizens secure their first victory of a month and are supported to win their first victory over their rivals in over a year. Meanwhile, Man United is on sale on 10/3 to collaborate with Guardiola to shock. Once again, there will be a draw on 14/5.
Both sides can win here, but that cannot be denied. Man United’s victory will be a much-needed statement after showing nervousness against Burnley and the Carabao Cup at Grimsby’s hands.
As for Man City, they were almost unheard of for Guardiola and were able to go without winning three Premier League matches. In an unpredictable event, the Manchester rival is the 197th clash, so you can expect goals and drama.
Prediction: Man City 2-2 Man United