#Derby
The Manchester derby — City vs United build-ups, match reports, classic derbies, and all the rivalry drama. Covered by Not Really Here.
Anderson Handed Derby Debut as City Chase Fifth Straight Win at Old Trafford
Elliot Anderson makes his Manchester derby debut as City look to make it five wins from five at Old Trafford, with Doku still absent and O'Reilly back on the bench.
13 September 2026
Ayyoub Bouaddi: The 18-year-old Ready for the Old Trafford Stage
Ayyoub Bouaddi, 18, is ready for the Manchester derby after impressing in his first City start against Porto.
13 September 2026
Maresca and Carrick Meet as the Manchester Derby Enters Its 200th Chapter
Enzo Maresca and Michael Carrick meet for the first time as City host Manchester United in the 199th Manchester Derby on Sunday, September 13th.
13 September 2026
Haaland's header threat gives City derby edge at Old Trafford
Erling Haaland's five goals in three games and his record of eight in ten derbies make him City's key weapon at Old Trafford today.
13 September 2026
Manchester City Must Control Transitions in Derby Clash, Warns Maresca
Manchester City face Manchester United today with Enzo Maresca warning his side to be careful in transitions and cover space in behind to avoid being exploited by United's pace.
13 September 2026
Maresca Feels 'Very Lucky' as £440m Midfield Rebuild Takes Shape Before Old Trafford Derby
Enzo Maresca says he feels 'very lucky' with his rebuilt midfield as Manchester City prepare for their first derby of the season at Old Trafford on Sunday.
13 September 2026
City head to Old Trafford for 199th derby with Doku out and O'Reilly fit
City face United at Old Trafford with O'Reilly fit but Doku still out. Maresca weighs up midfield and right-back choices for the 199th Manchester derby.
13 September 2026
Three things to watch as Manchester City head to Old Trafford for derby day
Manchester City face Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday with Erling Haaland in form and Nico O'Reilly set to return, while United's defensive record offers encouragement.
11 September 2026
Man City vs Man United: Maresca's First Real Test, Predicted Lineup and Derby Preview
City sit top of the table and have won their opening three league games, but Maresca's first Manchester derby at Old Trafford represents a genuine test.
11 September 2026
Anderson and Cherki brace for Old Trafford hostility as City chase fifth straight win
Elliot Anderson and Rayan Cherki face a hostile Old Trafford reception as City chase a fifth straight win in Sunday's Manchester derby.
11 September 2026
Donnarumma: Maresca's Winning Start and a Wedding to Remember
Gianluigi Donnarumma reflects on life at Manchester City under Enzo Maresca, his wedding, and the upcoming derby.
11 September 2026
Man City Eye Old Trafford Raid as Haaland Targets United's Soft Centre
Manchester City travel to Old Trafford off the back of a confidence-boosting win in Porto, with Erling Haaland ready to exploit United's frail defence.
11 September 2026
Dias and Guehi: The Centre-Back Pairing City Have Been Waiting For
Ruben Dias and Marc Guehi have formed an underrated partnership at the heart of City's defence, and their performances against Porto suggest they're ready for the derby.
10 September 2026
Haaland's Brace Sinks Porto as City's No.9 Closes In on History
Erling Haaland scored twice as Manchester City won 2-0 at FC Porto in their Champions League opener. The brace took him to third on City's all-time scoring list.
10 September 2026
Alan Smith Backs City to Finish Above Chelsea — But Not to Win the Title
Alan Smith believes Manchester City will finish second in the Premier League, ahead of Chelsea but behind Arsenal, with Opta's projections pointing to a similar outcome.
10 September 2026
Haaland, Dias and a derby that ignores the form book: City's week ahead
City's 2-0 win in Porto was a fine start to Maresca's Champions League campaign, but the real test comes at Old Trafford.
9 September 2026