Man Utd vs Man City Predictions

Man Utd vs Man City is scheduled for kick off on 17 January, at 12:30. The game is set to take place at Old Trafford, with Anthony Taylor officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Man Utd currently holding the 3rd position in the table 7 points behind Man City. Man Utd have lost 3 English Premier League matches to Man City out of the last 6 they have played. After their recent victory against Brighton, Man Utd is determined to keep their momentum going. Man Utd have won 13 of their last 19 English Premier League matches at Old Trafford. Man City's away record stands at 9 victories from 19 games. Following their 2-1 loss to Aston Villa, Man City is determined to bounce back with a win against Man Utd.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Man Utd have scored over 1.5 goals in 84% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 79% of games. Their total stands at 69 goals and 216 shots on target this English Premier League season. Meanwhile, Man City have scored 77 goals with 205 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 87% of matches but conceded in 58% of games.

In their last 6 head-to-head clashes, Man Utd scored 5 goals while Man City scored 10 goals. Their last match on 17 January 2026 ended in 2-0 to Man Utd.