Manchester United and Manchester City clash on Sunday afternoon in another episode of their rivalry but this time the result would also be very important in the race for a Champions League spot. Moreover, the winner of this match would remain in the race for the second spot behind runaway leaders Chelsea. This will be the 145th Manchester Derby, United have won 56 so far while City have secured 43 wins. However, City have won the last four derbies. The last one at Etihad Stadium was decided by a goal from Sergio Aguero.
Manchester United are coming from five consecutive win, a streak that almost secured Champions League football for Louis van Gaal's side. They have secured convincing wins against top teams, like the 3-0 against Tottenham and the 2-1 success at Liverpool. United will be without Robin van Persie, still out with an ankle injury, while Luke Shaw will also miss out.
Manchester City's form has been unconvincing as they dropped out of the title race. They have never managed to get three consecutive wins in 2015 and lost to underdogs like Burnley or Crystal Palace. Striker Sergio Aguero is going through a long goal drought, he has not found the back of the net in 556 minutes. His last Premier League goal was on February 21. City might have to do without captain Vincent Kompany, who is struggling with a hamstring injury. Wilfried Bony is definitely out of contention.
Probable line-ups:
Manchester United: De Gea - Valencia, Jones, Rojo, Blind - Carrick, Herrera; Mata, Fellaini, Young - Rooney
Manchester City: Hart - Sagna, Kompany, Demichelis, Clichy - Nasri, Fernandinho, Toure, Milner, Silva - Aguero
My prediction: 2-2 draw.
Here are the odds for the match at Bet365:
Manchester United win - 2.62 Draw - 3.40 Manchester City win - 2.87
mdacic 9 years ago
This is important win for Manchester United and special for their fans. City is in bad form and now they must be afraid to lose that fourth place and champions league next year. Something is wrong in that club and they must change something. I think that Pelegrini is not guilty and they should keep him but they must buy...
This is important win for Manchester United and special for their fans. City is in bad form and now they must be afraid to lose that fourth place and champions league next year. Something is wrong in that club and they must change something. I think that Pelegrini is not guilty and they should keep him but they must buy some new players, and special attacker because Aguero is great but he can't do anything alone, he need company in attack.
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seculla
9 years ago
I'm really sorry for myself that I was not at home today to write comment under this review, because what happened in this game was so expected for me. Both teams was in not so good shape lately in front of this Manchester derby, but United played way better from City in last couple of games in Premier League, and also...
I'm really sorry for myself that I was not at home today to write comment under this review, because what happened in this game was so expected for me. Both teams was in not so good shape lately in front of this Manchester derby, but United played way better from City in last couple of games in Premier League, and also they was improving their form in every match. I also expected a lot of goals, but I must to say that I didn't expect six. Anyway, it was a great match and I think that we all enjoyed in it, especially Manchester United's fans! :D
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sharpe
9 years ago
Finally United were the better team in the local derby and pleased all their fans, including me: ) Congratulations to all Man United fans who suffered with their team for the last two seasons but finally in the end of this one they've shown the qualities to be among the best in England. I still believe that MU have the...
Finally United were the better team in the local derby and pleased all their fans, including me: ) Congratulations to all Man United fans who suffered with their team for the last two seasons but finally in the end of this one they've shown the qualities to be among the best in England. I still believe that MU have the right players and maybe the right manager to bring success back to Old Trafford. City will have to rebuild their team, probably will sack Pelegrini but I wonder if they will be even in the top four at the end. One of the most overrated teams, sometimes you can't buy yourself a glory even if you have all the oil wells in the world.
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timidi 9 years ago
United is in better form and that is reason why they won here. 4-2 is big result for Red Devils and their fans will be glad to see this result. City is in bad form and their nightmare is continue. They are now fourth and now it is question only will they keep that place, because it is clear that they can't be third. I think...
United is in better form and that is reason why they won here. 4-2 is big result for Red Devils and their fans will be glad to see this result. City is in bad form and their nightmare is continue. They are now fourth and now it is question only will they keep that place, because it is clear that they can't be third. I think that City need changes and easy way to do that is to change coach. Pelegrini must go.
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mapika
9 years ago
I think this time you're wrong Johnny. Utd is going to win in my opinion. City is in bad shape and if United win they can hope for the second place. I think will be a victory with a lot of goals, 3-1 or 3-2 for Utd. And Wayne Rooney will score from penalty (i don't know why i'm saying this but it's my bettor prediction...
I think this time you're wrong Johnny. Utd is going to win in my opinion. City is in bad shape and if United win they can hope for the second place. I think will be a victory with a lot of goals, 3-1 or 3-2 for Utd. And Wayne Rooney will score from penalty (i don't know why i'm saying this but it's my bettor prediction :)) ) Enjoy the game!
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sharpe
9 years ago
I expect great game and as a Man United fan will hope that they will stop the bad run against City. I think Man City's bad run lately demoralizes them a little bit but they don't need an extra motivation against United. The draw seems most likely result in this one but you never know.
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