Man United vs Man City | 2022/23 PL | Team News, Injuries and Line-up

Let’s look at the team news as Man United face off against local rivals Man City in the 189th Manchester derby. Ten Hag’s side has reversed their fortunes and he has won 20 of his first 27 competitive matches in charge of the Red Devils giving potential shouts of a title challenge which will be tested this weekend.

Man United, Man City — Image obtained via TalkSport

The Dutchman seems to have brought a spark into the United side, winning the last 8 games at Old Trafford scoring 21 goals. They will be looking to extend their winning streak in all competitions to 8 matches on Saturday. Guardiola takes charge of his 500th top-flight game as the Premier League champions look to secure a historic sixth double over rivals.

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For Manchester United, the team news is pleasant as Lisandro Martinez is back in the squad after his break following the FIFA World Cup win. Luke Shaw could start ahead of Malacia for the derby game with Diogo Dalot being taken off against Charlton.

Axel Tuanzebe is out with long-term injury, Jadon Sancho is working his way to his full fitness and Scott McTominay played a part in the recent FA Cup tie. Rashford, Antony and Martial should be the attacking trio with the Brazilian scoring an amazing debut goal last time out.

Ten Hag will welcome Bruno Fernandes into the team, who missed the Carabao Cup fixture due to suspension while Van de Beek still nurses his knee surgery. Loan signing Jack Butland could be on the bench for the Man United vs Man City game.

Their counterparts in blue, Manchester City will be working without two players – Aymeric Laporte and Ruben Dias, who are nursing back and hamstring injuries. Julian Alvarez and Riyad Mahrez gave solid performances against Chelsea in the FA Cup and will come off the bench to make an impact.

Player To Watch Out For – Erling Haaland

Erling Haaland is a talent in world football whose stock is rising day by day. He has been phenomenal since coming to the Premier League. Since joining the Cityzens, the Norwegian striker has become more dangerous and lethal in front of goal.

Haaland has so far scored 21 goals in the Premier League, besides making 3 assists. With a world-class team around him, he has become a pro finisher and scores goals for fun in the Manchester City jersey. The Norwegian would cherish this opportunity to get away supporters roaring with an early goal against their rivals.

Manchester City Form:

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Manchester United Form:

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Manchester United Probable Line-up (4-2-3-1):

David De Gea(GK); Diogo Dalot(RB), Victor Lindelof(CB), Raphael Varane(CB), Tyrell Malacia(LB); Casemiro (CM), Christian Eriksen(CM); Antony (RW), Marcus Rashford(LW), Bruno Fernandes(CAM); Anthony Martial(ST).

Predicted Score:

Man United 2-2 Man City

After the 6-3 humiliation back in October last year, Ten Hag has identified solutions for his Man United side and expect a closely fought game against Man City this time around. Erling Haaland will be expected to be on the scoresheet once again and Foden to score a late equaliser with goals expected from Rashford and Martial for the Red Devils.

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