Manchester United vs Manchester City LIVE!The first Manchester derby of the season takes places at Old Trafford. Manchester United and Manchester City will first come together to remember Sir Bobby Charlton before locking horns on what is set to be a huge afternoon in the Premier League.City have been the dominant force in Manchester since the arrival of Pep Guardiola and are chasing a win after victories for both Tottenham and Arsenal this weekend. But they came unstuck at Old Trafford last season and Guardiola says his side are in for a tough afternoon.United have been struggling under Erik ten Hag but they come into the game on the back of three straight wins, and a dramatic 1-0 Champions League victory over FC Copenhagen has lifted the mood ahead of the visit of their rivals. With kick-off at 3.30pm GMT, follow all the action from Old Trafford.Kick-off: 3.30pm GMT, Old TraffordHow to watch: Sky SportsMan United team newsMan City team newsPrediction14:15 , Giuseppe MuroUnited have never finished above City since the arrival of Pep Guardiola, who insists United can never emulate the dominant Sir Alex Ferguson years.City have won six Premier League titles in that time. United have never even challenged or finished above City. City also won the Treble last season.Asked if he is proud of turning the tables in Manchester, Guardiola said: “Absolutely. The most [satisfying thing] is that we did not just do something good for one year.”Latest odds14:07 , Giuseppe MuroMan United to win: 15/4Draw: 29/10Man City to win: 8/11Odds via Betfair and subject to change.13:59 , Giuseppe MuroBoth clubs will pay tribute to Sir Bobby Charlton before the game.United confirmed details of the tributes on their website.They said: “The life of Sir Bobby Charlton will be celebrated at Old Trafford on Sunday, with a series of tributes before the 191st Manchester derby between United and City.“The East Stand window will be dressed with banners remembering the club icon, and the centre circle will be covered with a commemorative banner before kick-off. â¨â¨“As the respective teams walk out of the tunnel, fans in the Sir Alex Ferguson Stand will be asked to raise pieces of paper above their heads to build a giant mosaic.“At the same time as the mosaic, a giant surfer banner will be unfurled across the Stretford End.“The players will wear black armbands and there will be a minute’s applause ahead of kick-off, with stadium announcer Alan Keegan announcing the start and end.“Former players of United and City will be present on the pitch for the minute’s applause.”Head to head history and results13:50 , Giuseppe MuroOnly once in the last 16 Manchester derbies has the score ended in a draw.Man United wins: 78Draws: 53Man City wins: 59Prediction13:43 , Giuseppe MuroIt’s difficult to look past City even despite the success United have had in this fixture in recent memory.Ten Hag’s team have just not convinced all season.Man City to win 3-1.13:35 , Giuseppe MuroThe Manchester United squad has arrived at Old Trafford…Manchester City team news13:28 , Giuseppe MuroManchester City will be without Manuel Akanji.The defender is suspended following his red card against Brighton last weekend.Kevin de Bruyne is the only other confirmed City absentee.City made seven changes for their midweek win over Young Boys and Julian Alvarez and Phil Foden are both pushing for starts after being benched in the Champions League.Bernardo Silva will keep his place in the team and Jack Grealish is in line to start ahead of Jeremy Doku in the other slot behind Erling Haaland.Manchester United team news13:19 , Giuseppe MuroCasemiro is losing his battle to be fit.The midfielder returned to training on Monday after an ankle injury and United manager Erik ten Hag has been hoping he would be fit.But the Brazilian is not expected to start.United remain without several key defenders, including Luke Shaw and Lisandro Martinez, and Harry Maguire is expected to keep his place ahead of Victor Lindelof.How to watch: Sky Sports13:11 , Giuseppe MuroTV channel: The game will be broadcast on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Ultra HDR. Coverage starts at 3pm BST.Live stream: Subscribers will be able to watch on a live stream via the Sky Go app.Good afternoon!13:03 , Giuseppe MuroHello and welcome to Standard Sport’s LIVE coverage of Manchester United vs Manchester City!The first Manchester derby of the season takes place at Old Trafford on what is set to be a hug afternoon in the Premier League.We’ll have all the latest updates, build-up and team news ahead of kick-off, which comes at 3.30pm GMT from Old Trafford. (Getty Images)
