Manchester United vs. Manchester City Premier League Prediction

The Premier League season is barely three games old, and already one of the most exciting matches of the year is on the schedule. Aside from the fact that it features last year’s third- and second-place finishers, it’s primarily a matchup between two clubs from the same city.

We’re not talking about London, but about Manchester, where the Manchester Derby is on the schedule. Can Manchester United bounce back from a lackluster season? Or will City win its fourth game of the season as well? We’ll take you through this blockbuster matchup and share our Manchester United vs. Manchester City prediction.

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There are also some exciting matchups on the schedule this weekend in English soccer. One of the highlights is Manchester United vs. Manchester City, the always intense Manchester Derby. Use your Pre-match Free Bet to place a bet before the game, wait until the match is underway to use your Live Free Bet, or combine multiple bets in a Bet Builder. That way, you can experience the battle for Manchester in different ways.

Manchester United vs. Manchester City Preview

Who will be celebrating on the green turf of Old Trafford after 90 minutes? Manchester City seems to be in better form right now, while the Mancunians showed last year that they can once again compete with the best. Here’s a brief look at both teams.

Current Form & Team News

Manchester United

Interestingly, things weren’t particularly busy at Manchester United last summer. Michael Carrick’s team focused primarily on strengthening the midfield, spending a total of about 170 million on Youri Tielemans, Andrey Santos, and Carlos Baleba. It just goes to show that today’s transfer fees are truly unbelievable. Another “new” player is Marcus Rashford. The Englishman impressed last season while on loan at FC Barcelona and is back with the Red Devils this year. Can he make a difference against their archrival? Or will it once again be Bruno Fernandes who has to carry the team with his goals and assists?

Manchester City

There have been a lot of changes at Manchester City. First of all, Enzo Maresca is the new coach—one who can look back on an excellent start to the season. We’re seeing a revitalized Phil Foden, an Erling Haaland who’s already in top form, and a midfield that clearly needs to adjust to the departure of Rodi, a crucial player in the success of the Citizens. Manchester City also took the field in the Champions League, defeating FC Porto 2-0. Can they upset their red-clad neighbors and secure their fourth victory in the Premier League?

Head-to-Head

Everyone knows that Manchester City has been far more successful than United in recent years. And yet, Manchester United has won just a few more times in head-to-head matchups in recent years. Of their last six head-to-head matches, United won three, two ended in a draw, and City won one. This shows that Manchester City has struggled the most against its city rival in recent years.

Expected lineups

Manchester United (4-2-3-1):

Lammens, Shaw, Martinez, Maguire, Dalot, Tielemans, Mainoo, Rashford, Fernandes, Mbeumo, Cunha

Manchester City (4-2-3-1):

Donnarumma, Gvardiol, Guehi, Dias, Khusanov, Anderson, Fernandes, Doku, Cherki, Semenyo, Haaland

Manchester United vs. Manchester City Betting Tips

Betting Tip 1: Asian Handicap +0.5 for Manchester United

We don’t think Manchester United will lose this match. City may have won nine out of three, but two of those three victories were hard-fought. Meanwhile, United is still searching for its form, but the head-to-head record definitely favors the Red Devils. That’s why we think United will pick up at least one point. An Asian Handicap of +0.5 for Manchester United gives you odds of 1.74.

Betting Tip 2: Bruno Fernandes scores or provides an assist

Of course, Bruno Fernandes deserves special attention. After three matches in the Premier League, he has three goals and one assist to his name and has also been impressive in the Champions League is valuable again. In addition, the Portuguese player has been involved in a goal—either by scoring or assisting—in five of the last seven matches. We think he’ll do it again in this match. A goal or assist by Bruno Fernandes will earn you odds of 2.07.

Manchester United vs. Manchester City Prediction

Final Score: Manchester United 2–1 Manchester City
We think Manchester United will pull off a minor upset by beating their city rivals. We’ve seen several United victories in recent years, and it’s clear that Carrick’s team often comes out strong in these kinds of big matches. City is doing well, but still seems to be finding its footing in some areas. That’s why we’re predicting a 2-1 win for the home team.