Read our prediction for Manchester United vs Manchester City below. This preview was written by a sport journalist who is specialised in betting tips and predictions.
Manchester United vs Manchester City Prediction & Betting tips
The upcoming Manchester derby in the Premier League will see Manchester United host Manchester City at Old Trafford on Saturday, January 17, 2026, with kick-off at 2:30 PM EET (12:30 PM GMT). Both teams enter the match on a run of three consecutive league draws, making this a crucial game as United looks to close the gap on the top four and City aims to keep pace with league leaders Arsenal. Manchester United holds the historical edge in the derby, though Manchester City has been dominant in recent years, particularly in the Premier League era. City won the reverse fixture this season 3-0 at the Etihad Stadium in September.
Manchester United:
Interim manager Michael Carrick is expected to deploy a 4-2-3-1 formation. United are boosted by the return of wingers Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo from Africa Cup of Nations duty, but defender Matthijs de Ligt remains sidelined with injury, and Shea Lacey is suspended.
Manchester City:
Manager Pep Guardiola faces a defensive injury crisis, with key center-backs Rúben Dias, John Stones, and Joško Gvardiol all out long-term. Midfielders Mateo Kovačić, Oscar Bobb, and Savinho are also injured, while Omar Marmoush is still at AFCON. New signing Antoine Semenyo could make his Premier League debut.
Manchester United vs Manchester City head to head matches
14.09.25 PL Manchester City vs Manchester Utd 3:0
06.04.25 PL Manchester Utd vs Manchester City 0:0
15.12.24 PL Manchester City vs Manchester Utd 1:2
10.08.24 CS Manchester City vs Manchester Utd 2:1 1:1
25.05.24 FAC Manchester City vs Manchester Utd 1:2
* Our advice is: BTS / YES
* Selection odd for this bet is: 1.50
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