How to watch Manchester United vs Manchester City: Team news, Prediction, TV channels & Lineups

Xscore808
17 Jan, 2026

The Premier League is back in action with another set of matches this weekend as Manchester United lock horns with Pep Guardiola's Manchester City side in a crucial encounter at Old Trafford on Saturday. The two teams have experienced contrasting fortunes this season and will want to win this game.

How to watch Manchester United vs Manchester City: Team news, Prediction, TV channels & Lineups

Kick Off Time?

  • Competition (Round): Premier League (Round 22)

  • Kick-off (GMT): 12:30, Saturday, January 17, 2026

  • Stadium, Location: Old Trafford, Manchester, England

Match Facts

  • This is Michael Carrick’s first Premier League game as United’s permanent head coach following the departure of Ruben Amorim.

  • United welcome back Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo from AFCON. However, they remain without Matthijs de Ligt and the suspended Shea Lacey.

  • Pep Guardiola faces a defensive crisis with Ruben Dias, Josko Gvardiol, and John Stones all sidelined. New signing Antoine Semenyo is in line for his league debut after scoring in the midweek EFL Cup win.

  • City are on a 13-match unbeaten run across all competitions, while United have struggled with consistency, recording three draws and a loss in their last five league outings.

  • City won the reverse fixture 3-0 in September, but United famously upset City at the Etihad in December 2024.

Team News

Both teams are navigating significant injury concerns, particularly in defense. 

  • Manchester United: Matthijs de Ligt is out with a back injury. Amad Diallo and Bryan Mbeumo have returned from AFCON and are available, but Noussair Mazraoui remains at the tournament for the final. Shea Lacey is suspended.

  • Manchester City: Pep Guardiola is facing a defensive crisis with Ruben Dias, John Stones, and Josko Gvardiol all ruled out. Oscar Bobb, Savinho, and Mateo Kovacic are also sidelined. New signing Antoine Semenyo is expected to make his Premier League debut. 

Possible lineup:

  • Manchester United: Lammens; Dalot, Maguire, Martinez, Shaw; Casemiro, Mainoo; Mbeumo, Fernandes, Cunha; Sesko

  • Manchester City: Donnarumma; Nunes, Khusanov, Alleyne, O’Reilly; Rodri; Bernardo, Cherki, Foden, Semenyo; Haaland

Prediction of AI

  • AI models favor Manchester City (52.6%), with United given a 25.6% chance and a draw at 21.8%.

  • The most probable simulated scoreline is a narrow 2-1 victory for Manchester City.

  • Analysts expect a cagey affair due to United's "new manager bounce" and City's defensive injuries, making "Under 3.5 Goals" a highly rated pick.

How to Watch in the UK and US?

  • In the UK: The match is broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League, and Sky Sports Ultra HDR. Streaming is available via NOW TV and the Sky Go app.

  • In the US: Fans can watch the game on the USA Network (English) and Universo (Spanish). It is also available for streaming on Fubo, Sling Blue, and YouTube TV.

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