# Manchester derby rivalry and new leadership eras > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/manchester-derby-rivalry-and-match-buildup > Updated: 2026-09-12T08:45:00.000Z. Sources: 59. Developments: 4. Manchester United and Manchester City prepare for the first Manchester derby of the 2026/2027 Premier League season at Old Trafford on Sunday, September 13. The fixture, marking the 199th meeting between the rivals, occurs during a period of significant transition for both clubs. Manchester City enters the match as league leaders with a perfect winning record under new manager Enzo Maresca. Following the departure of Pep Guardiola, the club completed a major midfield overhaul, spending approximately €375 million (or £322 million) on players including Ayyoub Bouaddi, Elliot Anderson, and Enzo Fernández to replace departing figures such as Rodri and Bernardo Silva. Erling Haaland remains a key figure for City, maintaining a strong scoring record in derby matches. Manchester United, managed by Michael Carrick, currently occupies 11th place with four points from three matches. While the team has demonstrated offensive capability, they have faced challenges with defensive consistency. United has also focused on rebuilding their midfield, investing roughly £148.7 million in players such as Carlos Baleba, Andrey Santos, and Youri Tielemans. Ahead of the derby, Carrick has emphasized his team’s desire to “close the gap” with their city rivals despite their inconsistent form. The match will feature a captaincy matchup between Portuguese internationals Bruno Fernandes and Rúben Dias. ## Claims - Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca stated that teams must adapt to fixture congestion and scheduling challenges. (disputed by 3 sources) - Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca is leading the team in his first Manchester derby. (disputed by 2 sources) - Manchester City has won all three of its Premier League matches so far this season. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Manchester United has earned four points from its first three Premier League matches. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Manchester United defeated Sabah FK 4-0 in their recent Champions League match. (corroborated by 4 sources) - The Manchester derby is scheduled to take place at Old Trafford on Sunday, September 13, 2026. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Manchester City defeated FC Porto 2-0 in their recent Champions League fixture. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Manchester United's current squad includes players such as Bruno Fernandes and Kobbie Mainoo. (corroborated by 3 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-12: Manchester United hosts Manchester City in first 2026/27 derby Manchester United hosts Manchester City at Old Trafford for the first Premier League derby of the 2026/27 season, featuring new managers Michael Carrick and Enzo Maresca. 16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/manchester-derby-features-new-eras-for-city-and-united ### 2026-09-11: Manchester United manager rejects City 'kings' claim Manchester United manager Michael Carrick rejected Manchester City midfielder Elliot Anderson's claim that City are the ‘kings of Manchester’ ahead of their upcoming Premier League derby. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/manchester-united-manager-rejects-city-kings-claim ### 2026-09-11: Premier League: Manchester Derby and Coventry vs Brighton preview Premier League action features the Manchester derby between Manchester United and Manchester City, alongside a crucial clash between bottom-placed Coventry City and fourth-place Brighton & Hove Albion. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/coventry-city-hosts-brighton-in-premier-league-fixture ### 2026-09-10: Manchester derby: United and City clash at Old Trafford Manchester United hosts Manchester City at Old Trafford this Sunday for the Premier League derby, with City leading the league and United seeking domestic stability under Michael Carrick. 34 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/manchester-derby-united-and-city-face-off-at-old-trafford --- Cite as: Manchester derby rivalry and new leadership eras. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/manchester-derby-rivalry-and-match-buildup