Manchester United vs Manchester City: English Premier League preview, head-to-head & prediction
Manchester United meet Manchester City in English Premier League, with kick-off on Sunday 13 September 2026 at 15:30 UTC. Here's the head-to-head record, how both sides are shaping up and what to expect — all from SportScore's live data.
Head-to-head
The two sides have met 66 times. Manchester United have won 30, Manchester City 27, with 9 draws.
| Date | Competition | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 17 Jan 2026 | English Premier League | Manchester United 2–0 Manchester City |
| 14 Sep 2025 | English Premier League | Manchester City 3–0 Manchester United |
| 06 Apr 2025 | English Premier League | Manchester United 0–0 Manchester City |
| 15 Dec 2024 | English Premier League | Manchester City 1–2 Manchester United |
| 10 Aug 2024 | Football Association Community Shield | Manchester United 7–8 Manchester City |
Recent form
Manchester United are inconsistent recently — W L L W D from their last 5 (W2 D1 L2).
- W v Ipswich Town (5–2)
- L v Hull City (0–2)
- L v AC Milan (2–4)
- W v Leeds United (6–5)
- D v Paris Saint Germain (1–1)
Manchester City are in excellent form — W W L W W from their last 5 (W4 D0 L1).
- W v Crystal Palace (4–1)
- W v Bournemouth AFC (2–1)
- L v Arsenal (0–3)
- W v Atletico Madrid (3–1)
- W v K-League All Stars (3–1)
What to expect
Manchester City arrive in the better shape and carry real momentum, though Manchester United will back themselves at this level. A tight contest looks likely.
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