Manchester United host Manchester City today at Old Trafford in the second Manchester derby of the Premier League season. With key players returning and several major injury absences on both sides, here’s everything you need to know about kickoff time, TV coverage, live streaming options, team news, and predicted lineups.
Manchester United vs Manchester City – Match Details
Match: Manchester United vs Manchester City
Competition: English Premier League (Matchweek 22)
Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026
Kickoff Time: 6:00 PM Local | 6:00 PM GMT | 1:00 PM ET
Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester
How to Watch Manchester United vs Manchester City
TV Channel: Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League (UK); NBC (USA)
Live Stream: Sky Go (UK), NBC Sports App & Peacock (USA)
Match coverage and official updates will also be available via the Premier League’s official website.
Manchester United Team News & Injuries
Manchester United welcome back several attacking options ahead of the derby, though defensive concerns remain.
- Shea Lacey — Suspended
- Matthijs de Ligt — Doubtful (back issue)
- Noussair Mazraoui — Away on AFCON duty
Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo have returned after AFCON exits and are available for selection.
Manchester City Team News & Injuries
Manchester City arrive at Old Trafford with significant defensive absences but key midfield figures available.
- John Stones — Out (muscle)
- Rúben Dias — Out (hamstring)
- Josko Gvardiol — Out (ankle)
- Mateo Kovacic — Out (ankle)
- Oscar Bobb — Out (hamstring)
- Savinho — Out (knock)
Rodri is expected to start despite recently managed minutes, while Erling Haaland leads the line once again.
Predicted Lineups
Manchester United (4-2-3-1):
Lammens; Dalot, Maguire, Martinez, Shaw; Casemiro, Mainoo; Mbeumo, Fernandes, Cunha; Sesko
Manchester City (4-1-4-1):
Donnarumma; Nunes, Khusanov, Alleyne, O’Reilly; Rodri; Bernardo Silva, Foden, Cherki, Semenyo; Haaland
Key Match Notes
- Manchester City won the reverse fixture 3-0 earlier this season at the Etihad Stadium.
- United sit seventh in the table with 32 points, while City are second on 43 points.
- City have won more Premier League matches at Old Trafford than any other visiting side.
Recent Form
Manchester United: L – D – W – L – D
Manchester City: W – W – D – W – D
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