MANCHESTER CITY will be hoping to extend their lead at the top of the table when they host Manchester United at the Etihad.
The Citizens comfortably advanced to the FA Cup quarter-finals by beating Peterborough United 2-0 at home ground.
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But with Liverpool not far behind them in the league, City cannot afford to drop points against their Manchester rivals.
However, Man United have their own aspirations: to secure a place in the Champions League at the end of the season.
And with the Red Devils eliminated from the FA Cup in the previous rounds by Middlesbrough, they will be the fresher of the two ahead of this game after a bye week.
What time does Man City vs Man Utd start?
What TV channel is Man City vs Man Utd on and can I stream it live?
- Manchester City vs Manchester United will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League.
- Coverage will start from 4:00pm UK time and will be broadcast on the two channels mentioned above.
- Subscription holders will have access to the game via the Sky Sports website or the Sky Go app.
- Viewers in the US can head to the NBC website or app if a membership has been purchased.
team news
Pep Guardiola was dealt a defensive double whammy in a 2–0 FA Cup win over Peterborough United when Ruben Dias and Nathan Ake were dropped early.
However, the central defenders will be tested before the match, so both players could be in contention to play.
On the other hand, number two goalkeeper Zack Steffen has shoulder problems, making it unlikely that he will make it to the bench for the derby.
And the talented youngster, Cole Palmer, is still recovering from a foot injury, which means the date of his return is still unknown.
Scott McTominay has missed Manchester United’s last two games due to illness, but Ralf Rangnick hopes the Scotland international will be available for selection.
As for the other absentee missing from the Red Devils camp, Edinson Cavani has not returned to training according to the boss, making his chances of playing against City slim to none.
Latest odds
Manchester City to win 1/3
Draw 4/15
Manchester United a ganar 15/2
*Odds courtesy of Betfair are correct at time of publication.
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