Miguel Solomons
Dailysports's expert
In the highlight match of the 31st round of the English Premier League, Manchester United will host Manchester City at their home ground. The clash is set for Sunday, April 6, and I offer you a betting tip for this encounter.
Also read: Manchester United vs Manchester City prediction, H2H and probable line-ups - April 6, 2025
Manchester United vs Manchester City: match facts and head-to-head
- In their last five matches, Manchester United has suffered one defeat, secured two wins, and drawn twice.
- Manchester City is unbeaten in their last three games: two wins and a draw. In their last five matches, they have only one defeat.
- At Old Trafford, Manchester United has conceded in 12 consecutive matches.
- Manchester City boasts the second most prolific attack in the Premier League with 57 goals scored.
- United has lost 21% of their matches this season without scoring, while City has 11%.
- City has won 25% of their games this season without conceding a goal, compared to United's 19%.
- In the first round, United defeated City 2-1. In the last five head-to-head encounters, the Red Devils have won twice, while the Citizens have triumphed three times.
Manchester United vs Manchester City: match preview
Manchester United has been highly inconsistent this season. The club changed its head coach in November, but this has not significantly impacted their results. The team currently sits in 13th place in the table, with 37 points after 30 rounds. In the previous round, United lost 0-1 to Nottingham Forest. This is their only defeat in the last five matches, with two draws and two more matches ending in a draw. They are 13 points away from the European competition zone – theoretically possible to make up, but their inconsistent play is likely to be the main hurdle.
Manchester City is also experiencing a noticeable slump and some poor patches, but their strong start to the season has kept their drop in the table from being critical. They currently occupy fifth place with 51 points. The Citizens are just one point away from the Champions League zone and maintain excellent chances for a top-four finish. City is on a three-match unbeaten streak: a draw and two wins. The team also has the second-best attack in the league, with 57 goals scored. Erling Haaland will not play in this match, and news has come that Kevin De Bruyne will leave the club at the end of the season.
Probable line-ups
- Manchester United: Onana; Mazraoui, Maguire, Yoro; Dalot, Ugarte, Fernandes, Dorgu; Mount, Garnacho; Hojlund
- Manchester City: Ederson; Nunez, Dias, Gvardiol, O'Reilly; Gundogan, Gonzalez; Savinho, Grealish, Doku; Marmoush
Prediction
Both teams are undoubtedly aiming for victory, but neither United nor City is currently showing consistent play, so we might be in for a completely unpredictable match. However, given the derby's status, it definitely won't be boring. My bet is both teams to score with odds of 1.59.
