Manchester City vs Manchester United is set to take place at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday, March 3rd, 2024, at 15:30 GMT.
Here are some key points to know:
City on a roll:
Pep Guardiola’s team is unbeaten in 18 matches and has dropped points only twice in that stretch. Under the helm of manager Pep Guardiola, Manchester City enters the derby with an impressive record, having remained unbeaten in their last 18 matches. Remarkably, they have dropped points in only two of those games, showcasing their dominance in the league.
Guardiola praises Fernandes:
City’s manager has lauded Bruno Fernandes, who is expected to captain United in the derby. Describing the Portuguese midfielder as “an exceptional player,” Guardiola acknowledged Fernandes’s talent and influence on the United side. Bruno is expected to lead the Red Devils as they face off against their local rivals on Sunday.

Manchester United Last 10 Games (as of March 3, 2024):
Record: 5 Wins, 2 Draws, 3 Losses
Points: 17
Goals Scored: 15
Goals Conceded: 12
Here’s a more detailed breakdown:
Date | Oponent | Result | Score |
Feb 24, 2024 | Fulham | Loss | 1-2 |
Feb 18, 2024 | Luton Town | Loss | 1-2 |
Feb 11, 2024 | Aston Villa | Loss | 1-2 |
Feb 4, 2024 | Manchester City | Win | 3-0 |
Jan 30, 2024 | Brentford | Win | 2-1 |
Jan 21, 2024 | Everton | Win | 3-1 |
Jan 14, 2024 | Bournemouth | Win | 2-0 |
Jan 7, 2024 | Liverpool | Loss | 0-2 |
Dec 30, 2023 | Chelsea | Draw | 1-1 |
Dec 17, 2023 | Newcastle United | Win | 2-1 |
Manchester City Last 10 Games (as of March 3, 2024):
Record: 8 Wins, 2 Draws, 0 Losses
Points: 26
Goals Scored: 24
Goals Conceded: 6
Here’s a summary of their last 10 games:
Date | Opponent | Result | Score |
Feb 27, 2024 | Luton Town | Win | 2-6 |
Feb 24, 2024 | AFC Bournemouth | Win | 0-1 |
Feb 20, 2024 | Brentford | Win | 1-0 |
Feb 17, 2024 | Chelsea | Draw | 1-1 |
Feb 13, 2024 | FC Copenhagen | Win | 3-1 |
Feb 10, 2024 | Everton | Win | 2-0 |
Feb 05, 2024 | Brentford | Win | 3-1 |
Jan 31, 2024 | Luton Town | Win | 4-1 |
Jan 26, 2024 | Wolverhampton Wanderers | Draw | 2-2 |
Jan 20, 2024 | Arsenal | Win | 1-0 |
United’s fight for Champions League:
The Red Devils are 15 points behind City and are battling for a top-four finish to secure Champions League qualification.
Guardiola acknowledges United’s potential: While recognizing City’s current dominance, Guardiola acknowledges the potential impact of Ratcliffe’s ownership and expects United to fight hard to close the gap.
New ownership, new hope for United:
Sir Jim Ratcliffe, United’s new minority owner, has expressed his desire to see the club return to its glory days, including closing the gap on City.
This derby promises to be an exciting clash, with both teams aiming for different objectives. City will be looking to extend their unbeaten run and maintain their title challenge, while United will be desperate to get back on track and keep their Champions League hopes alive.
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