Main prediction: Manchester City to win
Alternative tip: over 1.5 goals in the 1st half
Other market: over 10.5 corners
Three matches into the Premier League and the teams are already starting to show their ambitions.
This 13/09 (Sunday), at Old Trafford, at 16:30, Manchester United face Manchester City.
Manchester United take to the pitch with 3 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions. Manchester City have won 4 time(s). Manchester City have a 43.48% chance of winning according to the bookmakers.
Full pre-match preview, where to watch and probable line-ups: everything is in the prediction for Manchester United vs Manchester City. Check it out before placing your bet.
Prediction for Manchester United vs Manchester City
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Overview Manchester United vs Manchester City
Manchester City are the favourites in the clash, with odds of 2.3 and a 43.48% chance of winning. Manchester City Football Club's performance this season justifies this status. The odds for a Man Utd win are 3.41 and a draw is 4.18.
In the English Premier League, Manchester United have 1 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s), with 7 goal(s) scored and 6 conceded. The top scorer is Bruno Fernandes, with 3 goal(s). On the other side, Manchester City have 3 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s), with 7 goal(s) scored and 2 conceded. Erling Haaland is the top scorer with 3 goal(s).
Head-to-head between Manchester United and Manchester City
In 51 clashes, Manchester City have the advantage over Manchester United: 23 win(s) against 22 and 6 draw(s). The most recent was on 17/01/2026, in the Premier League, the match score was: Manchester United 2-0 Manchester City.
This data can contextualise the predictions for Manchester United vs Manchester City, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.
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Manchester United: current form
Manchester United have played only 3 match(es) in the Premier League.
With so few matches, their recent performance speaks louder: in their last 5 matches across all competitions, there were 3 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s).
In the Prem the situation is this:
1 win(s), 1 draw(s), 1 defeat(s)
3 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions
2.8 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions
Top scorer: Bruno Fernandes (3 goal(s))
Manchester City: current form
Meanwhile, Manchester City have played only 3 match(es) in the Premier League.
With little data in the league, their last 5 matches across all competitions show 4 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s).
In this competition, the team arrives with these numbers:
3 win(s), 0 draw(s), 0 defeat(s)
4 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions
1.8 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions
Top scorer: Erling Haaland (3 goal(s))
Manchester United vs Manchester City key players
In the Premier League, Bruno Fernandes carries Man Utd's attack with 3 goal(s).
The playmaker is Matheus Cunha, leading in assists with 1. In the whole season, Benjamin Šeško has 11 goal(s).
On the other side, Erling Haaland is the name that frightens the most for Man City with 3 goal(s) in the Premier League.
In terms of playmaking, Ryan Cherki leads in assists with 2. In the whole season, Erling Haaland has accumulated 27 goal(s).
Manchester United vs Manchester City statistics in the Premier League
Few matches into the league yet. Manchester United have an average of 8.67 corners and 1.67 cards per match. Manchester City have 9.33 corners and 1.33 cards. Check the statistics for Manchester United vs Manchester City in the table below.
Manchester United
England - Premier League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W D W L W |
2 |
| Home | W W W W W |
3 |
| Away | D L W D W |
1.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 33% | 100% | 0% |
| Goals | 4.33 | 7 | 3 |
| Scored | 2.33 | 5 | 1 |
| Conceded | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 67% | 100% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 0% | 50% |
| 1st to Score | 33% | 0% | 50% |
|
xG
|
2.33 | 3.3 | 1.85 |
|
xGA
|
1.36 | 1.11 | 1.49 |
Manchester City
England - Premier League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W W W L |
2.4 |
| Home | W W L W W |
2.4 |
| Away | W W L D W |
2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Goals | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| Scored | 2.33 | 1.5 | 4 |
| Conceded | 0.67 | 0.5 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 67% | 50% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 33% | 50% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 33% | 50% | 100% |
|
xG
|
1.88 | 1.69 | 2.25 |
|
xGA
|
0.89 | 0.93 | 0.82 |
More tips for Manchester United vs Manchester City
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Correct score prediction for Manchester United vs Manchester City
Manchester City's favoritism is backed by the numbers and history points to a match with goals at both ends. Exact score: Manchester United 1-2 Manchester City. Getting the correct result right is rare. Treat it as entertainment and bet responsibly.
Where to watch Manchester United vs Manchester City
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Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for Manchester United and Manchester City
The line-ups for Manchester United vs Manchester City in the Prem are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.
Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.
Man Utd line-up
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1
Senne Lammens
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3
Noussair Mazraoui
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6
Lisandro Martínez
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8
Bruno Fernandes
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10
Matheus Cunha
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13
Patrick Chinazaekpere Dorgu
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15
Leny Yoro
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18
Youri Tielemans
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19
Bryan Mbeumo
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30
Benjamin Šeško
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37
Kobbie Mainoo
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Manchester City Football Club line-up
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1
Gianluigi Donnarumma
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3
Rúben Dias
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6
Marc Guehi
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9
Erling Haaland
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10
Ryan Cherki
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17
Enzo Fernández
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24
Joško Gvardiol
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27
Matheus Nunes
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32
Ayyoub Bouaddi
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42
Antoine Semenyo
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47
Phil Foden
The Manchester City starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for Manchester United vs Manchester City
Match: Manchester United vs Manchester City
Tournament: Prem 2026/27
Date: 13/09/2026
Time: 16:30 (Brasília time)
Venue: Old Trafford
Broadcast: none scheduled
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