Manchester United vs Manchester City prediction: teams form analysis, possible lineups on September 13, 2026
English Premier League
In the 4th round of the English Premier League on September 13, 2026, Manchester United will face Manchester City. This is one of the country's most prestigious derbies.
Manchester United vs Manchester City team news and expert analysis
The ambitious Old Trafford club endured a disastrous campaign last season, which led to Ruben Amorim's dismissal. Carrick initially took charge as a caretaker but unexpectedly guided his side to third place and was subsequently given the job on a permanent basis. However, he made a poor start to the new championship, suffering a 0-2 home defeat to newcomers Hull. They bounced back by thrashing Ipswich 5-2, before drawing with Everton. Starting their Champions League campaign against debutants Sabah, the English side secured a convincing victory.
The Etihad giants won both domestic cups last season but once again finished only second in the Premier League. Guardiola subsequently left his post. His replacement, Maresca, made his debut with a heavy 0-3 defeat to Arsenal in the Super Cup. They then secured a comeback victory over Bournemouth in the opening Premier League round thanks to late goals. They went on to thrash Crystal Palace, while against newcomers Coventry they managed only one goal. In the Champions League, they beat Porto 2-0.
Manchester United are currently averaging 2.33 goals scored per game while conceding two. The runners-up are also scoring 2.33 goals per match, but conceding just 0.67.
Head to Head matches: Manchester United vs Manchester City
Bruno Fernandes and company have won half of the last six Manchester derbies. Their neighbours have won just once during that period, while they also prevailed on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the 2024 Super Cup.
The visitors look more convincing. We are backing them to win with a 0 handicap (odds – 1.60).
Manchester United vs Manchester City: key statistics and trends
- Manchester United have won their second match of the four played
- 67% of Manchester United's matches end with both teams scoring, while the average total is 4.33 goals per game
- Manchester City have won four of their last five matches
- 67% of Manchester City's matches end with both teams scoring, while the average total is 3.0 goals per game
Manchester United vs Manchester City: Possible starting lineups
Manchester United play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (possible lineup): Lammens - Shaw, Martinez, Maguire, Dalot - Mainoo, Tielemans - Rashford, Bruno Fernandes, Bryan Mbeumo - Matheus Cunha
Manchester City play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (possible lineup): Donnarumma - Gvardiol, Guehi, Dias, Khusanov - Anderson, O'Reilly - Semenyo, Cherki, Foden - Haaland
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