Manchester United delivered their most complete performance of the campaign in Michael Carrick’s first game in charge. The Red Devils outclassed Manchester City on all fronts, scoring twice and

Martinez, speaking after the Manchester derby win, was responding to criticism from Scholes and Nicky Butt on their podcast.

The Manchester United vs Manchester City player ratings were a lot of fun to dish out as we were treated to a wild Manchester derby on Saturday. Not many people would have predicted United to come out on top, yet Michael Carrick got off to the perfect start as interim manager with a deserved win over Pep Guardiola’s sluggish Man City.

Erling Haaland has not played in many Manchester derbies, and yet he is already one of the leading goal-scorers in the famous fixture.

On days like this, when the empire strikes back, everything inside Old Trafford feels different. An air of defiance takes hold of Manchester United, players and supporters alike, and the effect — on the pitch, in the stands — can be overpowering.

Manchester United takes on Manchester City in the Manchester Derby on Saturday at Old Trafford. How to watch: Fans can watch the match for FREE via a trial of DirecTV. You can also watch the Manchester Derby with a Sling Orange Day Pass for just $4.99.

Manchester City certainly enters the weekend with the upper hand. Pep Guardiola’s squad has started to find its groove and is back to challenge for the top spot in the English Premier League. City might have only had a draw with Brighton in its last league match, but the club has points in nine straight EPL contests.

City rivals collide Saturday in English Premier League action, with Manchester City set to visit Old Trafford for a date with Manchester United in the first Manchester Derby of the 2026 calendar year.

Manchester United’s January transfer window is beginning to take shape under interim manager Michael Carrick, with rumours emerging around both current players and potential new arrivals. Manchester United have turned down approaches for Harry Maguire while assessing midfield options for the months ahead.