Man Utd vs Man City Prediction, Free Betting Tips & Odds

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Date: 14th January 2023
Kick-Off: 12:30 UK, 13:30 CET
Venue: Old Trafford

Manchester United will face Manchester City in the big derby of this round in the Premier League.

Man Utd vs Man City: Top Free Betting Predictions

Will Manchester United find a way to finally beat City or will the Citizens destroy them once more? Here are our predictions.

Total Goals Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals

There is a good chance that this game will end with over 2.5 goals but there is also the potential for a low scoreline. Manchester City have not been at their best lately and it shows with the absence of goals from Haaland and company. Man United have also become quite impressive defensively and we may see them defend more in this game. But we doubt it – this is the time for United to prove that they are improving and we expect goals.

Both Teams To Score Prediction: Yes

There is no doubt that both teams should be able to score in this match. Unless we see a terrible and shocking 0:0, this should be a match with multiple goals and from both sides. The last two games between the two teams had a total of 14 goals, so it is normal for us to expect a new shocking scoreline. Moreover, Man City have not been that strong lately and their defense is not perfect. There is no more suitable derby than this one for a BTTS prediction.

Correct Score Prediction: 2:1 to United

Well, we prefer to go for the underdogs here. Manchester United have been incredible lately and they are in a series of eight consecutive wins in all tournaments since November. Manchester City, of course, have the better squad but right now, they seem a bit out of shape and this is the best chance for United to win over their big rival.

Man Utd vs Man City: Form, Recent Games, and News

Manchester United Preview

Man United have truly been unbelievable lately. Even since before the World Cup, there were impressive signs of progress but right now after it, the team is in a series of 6 wins in a row, with a goal difference of 15:1 in those six games. Yes, there is no doubt that all six matches were against lower-ranked opponents in the Premier League or in the cup games but still, the performances have been impressive for a team that has struggled for a decade. This is the best chance for United to beat City in years.

Manchester City Preview

Manchester City are now 5 points behind Arsenal and cannot afford to drop more points. However, their schedule is incredibly difficult and the team will almost certainly lose points with that current form. Manchester City recently lost to Brentford, then had a draw with Everton, and now lost to Southampton in the EFL Cup quarter-finals. They beat Chelsea with the reserves but their starters do not seem as strong as usual. They are still likely to win this game but predictions for United to win are not that far fetched this time.

United vs City Predictions – Players to Watch

Erling Haaland – Manchester City

Both clubs have unbelievable players in their lines – but Manchester City take the crown right now as one of the two clubs in the world with the most expensive squads, alongside Paris Saint Germain. But City have not been at their best lately and if there is one player that can win the game for them, that is Erling Haaland. He started the season with several hat-tricks in a row, including one in the previous derby against Manchester United. If the hosts fail in defense, Haaland will punish those mistakes.

Marcus Rashford – Manchester United

Who would have thought that Marcus Rashford is this clinical? The winger has always had quality and potential but he has never been this effective. He has now scored in 8 consecutive games for Manchester United and while there is no harder opponent than Manchester City, Rashford will punish any mistakes by the defense.

Top Betting Odds and Stats for Man Utd vs Man City

Here are the top stats for the game along with a tool to help you pick the best odds.

FAQs regarding Man Utd vs Man City

In which places are the two teams right now?

There is just a 4-point difference between the two teams right now. Manchester City are 2nd with 39 points while United are 4th with 35.

Which team won the previous encounter?

These two teams produced a legendary game earlier this season when City won 6:3 at home.

Which team is the favorite to win this game?

Manchester City still have a huge advantage in odds ahead of this game.