Event Details
- Date and Time: Saturday, January 17, 2026, 7:30 AM EST
- Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester, England
- Competition: Premier League
| Odds via 20Bet | |
| Manchester United vs Manchester City | Saturday, January 17, 2026, 7:30 AM EST |
| Manchester United odds | +250 |
| Manchester City odds | -101 |
| Draw | +300 |
| Over 2 | -455 |
| Betting Bonus | Up to 100 $/€ |
Manchester United vs Manchester City Preview and Team News
Manchester United Team News
With former manager Ruben Amorim relieved of his duties, Manchester United appear disorganized and mired in a deep crisis. They currently sit seventh in the table and come here on the back of a disheartening 1-2 loss to Brighton, which eliminated them from the FA Cup.
The Red Devils had 60% of the ball in that match and took 19 shots, but could only put one into the net. Defensively, they were found wanting against aerial balls, winning just 48% of them.
The good news for interim manager Michael Carrick is that only Matthijs de Ligt is a doubtful starter, while Shea Lacy is suspended. Everyone else in the squad is fit and ready.
Manchester United predicted lineup vs Manchester City (4-2-3-1): Lammens; Dorgu, Martinez, Yoro, Dalot; Mainoo, Ugarte; Cunha, Fernandes, Mount; Sesko.
Manchester City Team News
Manchester City are currently second in the table and remain among the favorites to challenge Arsenal for the title. They’ve found the back of the net on 14 occasions in their last five outings, a run in which they remain unbeaten, while also keeping three clean sheets.
Most recently, they defeated Newcastle United 2-0 away from home in the first leg of their EFL Cup semifinal. Recent signing Antoine Semenyo posted a passing accuracy of 90% and an xG of 0.89.
The visitors have quite a few injured players in their ranks, with Savinho, John Stones, Josko Gvardiol, Ruben Dias, Mateo Kovacic, and Oscar Bobb all sidelined.
Manchester City predicted lineup vs Manchester United (4-1-4-1): Donnarumma; Ait-Nouri, Ake, Khusanov, Nunes; O’Reilly; Doku, Foden, Silva, Semenyo; Haaland.
Manchester United vs Manchester City Prediction
- Pick: Manchester City to win or draw
- Odds: -313 (20Bet)
- Correct score prediction: Manchester United 2-2 Manchester City
We expect this game to either end in a draw or a Manchester City win. They’re ranked much higher than their opponents and should also benefit from the confusion inside the home team’s dressing room.
Amorim’s dismissal has seen United revert to a 4-2-3-1 formation, which may not be very healthy given that these players had been operating in a 3-4-2-1 system until recently. It’ll take time for the Red Devils to get used to the new setup.
City have been unbeaten against United in 26 of their last 42 meetings. Playing at home has offered the Red Devils little comfort, as they’ve lost 10 of their last 19 encounters with the Cityzens at Old Trafford, with three of the remaining matches ending in draws.
Manchester United vs Manchester City Prediction, Betting Tip
- Pick: Both teams to score
- Odds: -200 (20Bet)
Both teams should score. Man United will be glad to have Bruno Fernandes (13 goal contributions) back from injury, while City can rely on Erling Haaland, the league’s leading goal scorer (20).
For United, the new formation may pose some challenges, but they’ll be pleased with striker Benjamin Sesko getting onto the scoresheet once against Brighton and twice against Burnley. Pep Guardiola’s men, meanwhile, have scored in four of their last five matches against United at Old Trafford and will take confidence from that.
Manchester United vs Manchester City Where to Watch (USA, Canada)
- USA Sports, NBC Sports (USA)
- fuboTV (Canada)
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