Manchester United hosts Manchester City in first 2026/27 derby

Manchester United and Manchester City are set to face each other in the first Manchester derby of the 2026/2027 Premier League season at Old Trafford on Sunday, September 13.

The match marks a significant period of transition for both clubs. Manchester City, led by new manager Enzo Maresca following the departure of Pep Guardiola, has made a perfect start to the season with three wins. The club underwent a massive midfield overhaul this summer, spending approximately £322 million on players such as Enzo Fernández, Elliot Anderson, and Ayyoub Bouaddi.

Manchester United, managed by Michael Carrick, has experienced a more inconsistent start, sitting in 11th place with four points from three matches. United also focused on rebuilding their midfield, investing roughly £148.7 million in players including Carlos Baleba, Andrey Santos, and Youri Tielemans.

Key players to watch include City’s Erling Haaland, who has maintained a strong scoring record in derby matches, and United’s captain Bruno Fernandes. The fixture is the 199th meeting between the two rivals.