BRAGGING rights are at stake in Manchester as City make the short journey across town to face United at Old Trafford.
The fourth derby of the season so far, these sides were drawn against each in other in the Carabao Cup where defending champions City snuck through 3-2 on aggregate.
Bruno Fernandes has made a red-hot start to life in ManchesterCredit: AFP or licensors
United are chasing a European spot and are unbeaten since a shocking 2-0 defeat here to Burnley back in January.
City have won on each of their last three visits to this stadium and can go 18 points clear of their great rivals with another victory.
Kevin De Bruyne could miss the Manchester derby through injuryCredit: Rex Features
What time is kick-off?
THIS huge derby clash will take place on Sunday, March 8.
Old Trafford plays host with the game kicking off at 4.30pm.
When City last came here in the league, goals from Leroy Sane and Bernado Silva gave them a 2-0 win on the way to last season’s title.
Which TV channel and live stream can I watch it on?
YOU can catch all the action live on Sky Sports Premier League, Main Event and Ultra HD.
Coverage on all channels begins at 3.30pm, following the conclusion of Chelsea vs Everton.
Sky customers can download the Sky Go app on their mobile device to stream wherever they are.
While non-subscribers can watch by grabbing a NOW TV day pass from just £9.99.
In the USA, this match will be broadcast on NBC and Telemundo.
While those of you on the other side of the pond can stream the game live without cable with either a Hulu free trial, or on Sling Blue.
What is the team news?
MAN CITY look set to be without Kevin De Bruyne who is suffering from a back problem.
At the back, Aymeric Laporte remains out and isn’t expected to feature until the end of March at the earliest.
These knocks open the door for both Phil Foden and John Stones, while Leroy Sane continues his long comeback and recently appeared for the clubs under-23 side.
United are without Marcus Rashford while Daniel James continues to struggle with a knock.
Paul Pogba is another long-term absentee while David De Gea is set to return between the sticks after being rested against Derby.
Match odds
- Man Utd to win – 21/5
- Draw at Old Trafford – 3/1
- City to make it four in a row at Theatre of Dreams – 3/5
- Both teams to score – 8/13
- Over 2.5 goals – 3/5
*Odds from Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
