Old Trafford hosts the season’s first Manchester derby, and this one carries extra intrigue with Enzo Maresca taking charge of his first Manchester derby and Michael Carrick overseeing the fixture as United’s permanent head coach for the first time.
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Man Utd vs Man City: Match Details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Manchester United vs Manchester City |
| Competition | Premier League |
| Date | Sunday, September 13, 2026 |
| Kick-Off Time | 4:30 PM BST / 11:30 AM ET |
| Venue | Old Trafford, Manchester |
| Referee | Michael Oliver |
| Man Utd Form | Mixed results, including big wins over Ipswich and Sabah |
| Man City Form | Unbeaten in all four matches under Maresca |
Form Guide Heading Into the Derby
Manchester City have made the stronger start on paper, winning every competitive fixture under new boss Enzo Maresca despite some unconvincing performances along the way. Erling Haaland remains a persistent threat in this fixture specifically, having scored heavily against United throughout his Manchester derby history.
United, meanwhile, have been less consistent, picking up thumping wins but also suffering a defeat and a draw in their last few outings. Still, Carrick’s arrival has coincided with a strong home record, and Old Trafford’s atmosphere could be a genuine factor in this one.
Prediction
With both sides eager to avoid an early-season defeat in this fixture and firepower on show at both ends, a share of the spoils looks like the most sensible call — a 1-1 draw feels like a fair outcome, with City’s individual quality balanced out by United’s home advantage and recent derby resilience under Carrick.
Predicted Lineups
Man Utd (4-2-3-1): Lammens; Dalot, Maguire, Martínez, Shaw; Tielemans, Mainoo; Mbeumo, Fernandes, Rashford; Cunha
Man City (4-2-3-1): Donnarumma; Nunes, Dias, Guéhi, Gvardiol; Anderson, Fernández; Foden, Cherki, Semenyo; Haaland
How to Watch
In the UK, the match airs on Sky Sports. In the US, catch it via fuboTV or Peacock. For the complete list of broadcasters in your region, check the official Premier League broadcast guide. For live scores and updates, follow the Premier League’s official match centre.
For more Premier League previews and predictions, visit TechnoSports’ football section.
FAQs
1. When and where is Man Utd vs Man City being played?
The match kicks off on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 4:30 PM BST at Old Trafford in Manchester, as part of the Premier League season.
2. What is the score prediction for Man Utd vs Man City?
Given both teams’ desire to avoid an early-season loss and the attacking quality on both sides, a 1-1 draw is the most balanced prediction, though City’s individual firepower led by Erling Haaland could tip things in their favor.
