Manchester City and Manchester United are set to clash in the 2025 Manchester Derby. Manchester City aims to level the season series and improve their position in the Premier League standings. The Citizens, currently fifth, are striving for a top-four finish to secure a Champions League spot for next season. They have momentum with two consecutive wins, including a 2-0 victory over Leicester City.
Manchester United, positioned 13th, seeks to bounce back after a recent 1-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest. The match is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. ET at Old Trafford.
Bookmakers favor Manchester City as +115 favorites, while Manchester United are underdogs at +225. A draw is priced at +260, and the over/under for total goals is set at 2.5.
Looking at team dynamics, both teams have a history of high-scoring encounters, with over 2.5 goals in four of their last five meetings. In their previous December match, Manchester United secured a 2-1 victory in a late comeback. Despite the absence of their top scorer Erling Haaland due to injury, Manchester City`s offense remains potent. Phil Foden is expected to step up, having already contributed seven goals and two assists this season.
Manchester United has shown resilience, losing only once since February, with several of their recent matches involving three or more goals. Bruno Fernandes leads their attack, boasting eight goals and nine assists in the league this season.
Manchester City is just one point behind Chelsea for a top-four spot and has dominated the league in recent years, winning the last four championships. Historically, Manchester City`s last finish outside the top four was in the 2009-10 season. Defender Josko Gvardiol adds to City`s attacking threat, having scored five goals this season.
Considering Manchester City`s form and historical dominance, a Manchester City win is predicted.
