Manchester City vs Manchester United: Crisis Meets Unexpected Hope
Sunday, September 14, 2025 The Etihad Stadium will witness one of the most watched Premier League matches of the season when Manchester City and Manchester United clash in a derby full of contrasts. While City experiences their worst season start under Pep Guardiola, United under Rúben Amorim seeks confirmation of their improving form. Historical Record with Surprising Trends Manchester City has dominated recent meetings with five wins from eight Premier League encounters, but last season failed to win either derby for the first time since 2020-21 (1 draw, 1 defeat). United has inflicted 25% of all Pep Guardiola's home defeats as City manager, winning four times at the Etihad Stadium. The Red Devils seek their first consecutive wins on the opponent's ground since March 2021. Since the 2015-16 season, the home team has won only six of 20 Premier League derbies (4 draws, 10 away wins). Only Crystal Palace vs Liverpool has more away victories (12). City's Unexpected C...