Manchester United vs Manchester City: Kick-Off Time, Team News and Manchester Derby Preview

Manchester United vs Manchester City takes centre stage at Old Trafford on Sunday, 13 September 2026, in the first Manchester derby of the Premier League season. Kick-off is at 18:30 EAT (16:30 BST), with Michael Carrick leading United against Enzo Maresca in the 199th meeting between the two clubs.

Manchester United vs Manchester City arrives with the two sides in different early-season positions but both coming off Champions League wins. City have nine points from their first three league matches, while United have four from three. For the live score, confirmed teams, match events, substitutions and in-game statistics, follow the Manchester derby on SP Score.

Manchester United vs Manchester City match details

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What time is Manchester United vs Manchester City?

Manchester United vs Manchester City kicks off at 18:30 East Africa Time on Sunday, 13 September 2026. The UK kick-off time is 16:30 BST. The match is being played at Old Trafford, with United at home for the first league derby of the season.

For live match information once the game starts, use SP Score for the score, match clock, lineups, substitutions, cards and statistics.

Why the Manchester derby matters now

The first derby of 2026/27 comes early in the campaign but already carries important league context. Manchester City have started the Premier League with three wins from three, collecting nine points. Manchester United have one win, one draw and one defeat, giving Carrick’s side four points from their opening three matches.

Both teams also played in the Champions League during the week. United returned to European competition with a 4-0 home win over Sabah FK, while City won 2-0 away at Porto. That leaves both managers balancing recovery with one of the most demanding fixtures on the domestic calendar.

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Manchester United team news

United go into the derby with several fitness decisions still to manage. Luke Shaw missed the Champions League win over Sabah and is being assessed ahead of the match. Manuel Ugarte remains in rehabilitation, while Amad Diallo and Matthijs de Ligt are among the players who have been unavailable.

Carrick rotated parts of his side in Europe, so the derby selection may bring changes. Senne Lammens has established himself in goal, while Bruno Fernandes remains central to United’s attacking play. Benjamin Sesko, Bryan Mbeumo, Matheus Cunha, Marcus Rashford and Kobbie Mainoo are among the senior options available around the attacking and midfield positions.

The official starting XI should be treated separately from this main fixture page. Once the teams are confirmed, the complete starting lineups, substitutes and formations belong on the dedicated Manchester United vs Manchester City lineups page.

Manchester City team news

Manchester City have received a boost with Nico O’Reilly available for the derby after a back problem kept him out of the Champions League trip to Porto. Enzo Maresca has confirmed that Jérémy Doku is not yet ready to return and will miss the match at Old Trafford.

City arrive with a squad that has started strongly under Maresca. Erling Haaland remains the focal point in attack, while Rayan Cherki, Enzo Fernández, Elliott Anderson, Ayyoub Bouaddi and Phil Foden give City different options between midfield and the final third.

Manchester United form before Man City

United have shown more attacking threat since the opening defeat at Hull. Bruno Fernandes scored a hat-trick in the 5-2 win over Ipswich, while the 2-2 draw at Everton ended with United conceding a late equaliser after Benjamin Sesko had put them ahead. The 4-0 Champions League win over Sabah then provided a strong response before the derby.

Manchester City form before Man United

City have won all four competitive matches listed above. Their Premier League start includes wins over Bournemouth, Crystal Palace and Coventry, before a 2-0 Champions League victory in Porto. Maresca therefore takes an unbeaten league record into his first Manchester derby as City manager.

Premier League context before Manchester United vs Manchester City

Manchester City have nine points from three Premier League matches, while Manchester United have four points from three. Because other Matchweek 4 games are being played across the weekend, exact league positions can move before kick-off, but the points totals for the two Manchester clubs will not change until this match is played.

For the wider league picture, visit the Premier League hub.

Manchester United vs Manchester City recent meetings

United won the most recent derby 2-0 at Old Trafford in January 2026, while City had won the previous league meeting 3-0 at the Etihad. Across Premier League history before this match, United have 27 wins to City’s 21 from 58 meetings, with 10 draws.

The detailed all-time record, biggest wins and Manchester derby history should remain on the dedicated Manchester United vs Manchester City H2H page rather than being duplicated here.

Players to follow in the Manchester derby

Michael Carrick vs Enzo Maresca

The derby also brings a new managerial matchup. Carrick is in his first full season as Manchester United head coach after guiding the club back into the Champions League. Maresca is also in his first season as Manchester City manager and arrives at Old Trafford with a perfect Premier League record through the opening three matches.

Carrick has generally used a 4-2-3-1 structure, with Fernandes operating as the key attacking midfielder. City have continued to dominate possession under Maresca but have added new midfield profiles and different combinations around Haaland. The tactical matchup will become clearer once the official lineups are released.

Where to follow Manchester United vs Manchester City live

For the live score and match events, follow Manchester United vs Manchester City on SP Score. SP Score provides the match clock, goals, cards, substitutions, lineups and in-game statistics as the derby unfolds.

When the match begins, use the dedicated Manchester United vs Manchester City LIVE page for the SportPesa Kenya matchday entry point, with SP Score carrying the changing live data.

Manchester United vs Manchester City on SportPesa

Current Premier League fixtures and available markets can be viewed on the SportPesa Premier League page. Markets and prices can change before kick-off, so use the live SportPesa product page for the current options. We provide the fixtures, odds and betting markets; you analyse the match and make your own selections.

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Manchester United vs Manchester City FAQs

When is Manchester United vs Manchester City?

Manchester United host Manchester City on Sunday, 13 September 2026.

What time is Manchester United vs Manchester City?

Kick-off is at 18:30 EAT, which is 16:30 BST in the United Kingdom.

Where is Manchester United vs Manchester City being played?

The match is being played at Old Trafford in Manchester.

Which competition is Manchester United vs Manchester City in?

The fixture is part of Matchweek 4 of the 2026/27 Premier League season.

Who are the managers for the Manchester derby?

Michael Carrick is Manchester United head coach and Enzo Maresca is Manchester City manager.

Who is the referee for Manchester United vs Manchester City?

Michael Oliver is the referee for the Premier League match at Old Trafford.

What is Manchester United’s Premier League record before the derby?

United have one win, one draw and one defeat from their first three league matches, giving them four points.

What is Manchester City’s Premier League record before the derby?

City have won their first three Premier League matches and have nine points.

What happened in the last Manchester derby?

Manchester United beat Manchester City 2-0 at Old Trafford in the Premier League in January 2026.

Where can I follow Manchester United vs Manchester City live?

SP Score provides the live score, match clock, lineups, goals, cards, substitutions and in-game statistics.

Where can I see the official Manchester United vs Manchester City lineups?

The confirmed starting XIs, substitutes and formations should be published on the dedicated Manchester United vs Manchester City lineups page once the teams are announced.

Conclusion

Manchester United vs Manchester City brings the first Manchester derby of the 2026/27 Premier League season to Old Trafford, with kick-off at 18:30 EAT. City arrive with nine league points from three matches, while United have four, and both clubs come into the game after Champions League wins. For the live score, confirmed teams, match events and statistics, follow the derby on SP Score. For wider season coverage, use the Manchester United hub, Manchester City hub and the Premier League hub.