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Manchester United vs. Manchester City: Premier League Clash
The highly anticipated Manchester Derby is set to take place this saturday, with Manchester United hosting Manchester City at Old Trafford.This match carries notable weight for both sides as they navigate the Premier League season.
current Standings and Form
As of January 17, 2026, Manchester city sits in second place in the Premier League with 43 points, boasting a +26 goal difference. They have recently drawn against Brighton & Hove albion (1-1), Chelsea (1-1), and Sunderland (0-0), with a win against Nottingham Forest (2-1).
Manchester United currently occupies the seventh position with 32 points,three points behind the Champions League qualification spots. Their season has been marked by inconsistency; they where eliminated from the EFL Cup by Grimsby Town of League Two and from the FA Cup by Brighton & Hove Albion. They did not qualify for European competition this season following a disappointing previous campaign.
Managerial Update
Manchester United recently appointed Michael Carrick as their manager until the end of the season, following the dismissal of previous manager, Rúben Amorim. Carrick previously served as an interim manager for the club in 2021 after the departure of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. His first match in charge will be against Manchester City.
When and Where to Watch
The match is scheduled for Saturday at 09:30 GMT at Old Trafford, England.
