Man City vs Man Utd preview: Free betting tips, odds and predictions for Manchester derby

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James Anderson, Betting & Gaming Writer

Published: 12:00, 13 Dec 2024

MANCHESTER CITY and Manchester United clash in Sunday's derby at the Etihad Stadium with both sides in desperate need of a morale-boosting win.

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Man City vs Man Utd preview

Manchester City and Manchester United renew hostilities at the Etihad in Sunday's Manchester derby after mixed fortunes in Europe.

Pep Guardiola's mini-revival, which consisted of a home win over Nottingham Forest and a draw with Crystal Palace, came to a shuddering halt in Turin on Wednesday.

The Cityzens lost 2-0 against Juventus, which leaves them 22nd in the Champions League table with just two games remaining against PSG and Club Brugge.

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Man City vs Man Utd preview betting tips and predictions

Haaland time

Erling Haaland could return to form this weekend against a rival he's enjoyed a great deal of success against.

Haaland has nine goal involvements in just four Premier League appearances against Manchester United (6 goals, 3 assists). It’s already the most goal involvements any Manchester City player has against the Red Devils in the competition.

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Death, taxes and Bernardo Silva being booked against a 'big six' side.

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