Manchester United were denied victory at Hill Dickinson Stadium last weekend due to a fantastic stoppage-time goal, but in truth, the performance of the Red Devils on that day didn't deserve anything more than a point.
Manchester City made it three wins from three league games with a 1-0 win over newly promoted Coventry City at the Etihad Stadium. The hosts dominated the overall possession stats with 78% but only managed to land four of their 15 shots on target.
Looking at the starts both teams have made to the 2026/27 Premier League campaign, as well as their performances in each game, we're backing Manchester City to pinch all three points in what should prove to be a close and competitive 90 minutes at Old Trafford.
United lost to Hull on the opening weekend, and there was an element of luck in their 5-2 win over Ipswich, while their last performance against Everton wasn't anything to write home about.
City haven't been at their very best in the early stages of the season, but a 2-1 win over Bournemouth was followed up by a 4-1 victory at Crystal Palace and that 1-0 win over Coventry, so Enzo Maresca's men are getting the job done.
Rayan Cherki has been one of the key figures in the Citizens' winning start to the season. The French international has scored two goals and created two in his opening three appearances in the league, and we're backing the 23-year-old to add to his goal contributions in a 2-1 victory for the blue side of Manchester.
Manchester United 1-2 Manchester City
