One of the biggest fixtures in world football takes place this weekend as Manchester City welcome Manchester United to the Etihad on Sunday, 14 September 2025. City remain title favourites with Erling Haaland firing, while United arrive with summer signing Bryan Mbeumo looking to make his mark in his first Manchester Derby.
Recent Form
Manchester City: Strong start to the season, unbeaten in the league, Haaland already among the goals. Bernardo Silva and Foden pulling the strings in attack.
Manchester United: Mixed results so far but new arrivals like Mbeumo and De Ligt have strengthened the squad. Bruno Fernandes remains their creative heartbeat.
Head-to-Head
City dominated last season’s meetings, winning both fixtures comfortably.
United have not beaten City in the league at the Etihad since 2021.
The last 5 Manchester derbies have seen 3+ goals in 4 matches.
Team News
Manchester City
Erling Haaland fit and firing.
Bernardo Silva captains the side.
Donnarumma could debut in goal after his transfer from PSG.
John Stones and Nathan Aké battling minor knocks.
Manchester United
Bryan Mbeumo expected to start on the right wing.
Matheus Cunha set to lead the line.
Bruno Fernandes pulling the strings in midfield.
Lisandro Martínez and Matthijs de Ligt in central defence.
Key Players
City: Erling Haaland (striker), Phil Foden (creativity), Bernardo Silva (captain & leader).
United: Bruno Fernandes (midfield playmaker), Bryan Mbeumo (new signing, pace & goals), De Ligt (defensive leader).
| Manchester City (4-3-3) | Manchester United (4-2-3-1) |
|---|---|
| Donnarumma (GK) | Onana (GK) |
| Walker | Dalot |
| Dias | De Ligt |
| Stones | Martínez |
| Aït-Nouri | Shaw |
| Rodri | Casemiro |
| Bernardo Silva (C) | Mainoo |
| Foden | Fernandes (C) |
| Doku | Mbeumo |
| Grealish | Rashford |
| Haaland | Cunha |
United have improved but City’s home dominance in derbies is overwhelming. Expect United to fight but City’s attack to shine.
Predicted Score: Manchester City 3–1 Manchester United
Betting Tips
Man City to Win ✅ .
Over 2.5 Goals – Derby rarely disappoints.
Both Teams to Score (BTTS: Yes) – United’s new-look attack can find the net.
Anytime Goalscorer: Erling Haaland – Derby specialist.
Indicative Odds:
City Win: 1.55
Draw: 4.50
United Win: 6.00
Over 2.5 Goals: 1.70
Haaland to Score Anytime: 1.60
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