The Manchester derby: A history of goal fests and flying tackles

The two big teams from Manchester in England, Manchester City and Manchester United, are located only a few kilometers apart. They have met since 1881, the rivalry increasing almost steadily ever since. Recent history between the teams has featured both some memorable goal fests, lots of drama and violence both on and off the pitch.

It's no vacation for neither Manchester United nor Manchester City as both were in action only a few days ago. Expect some tired legs on the pitch and/or possibly some changes to the lineups.

This is a match between teams from the same area, a local derby. The community is buzzing.

Manchester United form and stats

Manchester United have performed well at Old Trafford so far this season with 10 wins from 16 matches. Points have also been lost, as they have drawn 5 games and lost 1.

In their previous game, the manager O. Solskjær led his Manchester United to a defeat in the Premier League match away at Everton. The manager is hoping to put things right immediately here at Old Trafford. Prior to that was the away defeat visiting Barcelona (0-3).

The match schedule is unforgiving for Manchester United as they have a new game in only four days, a Premier League match thankfully also at home. Chelsea are visiting.

The Manchester United manager O. Solskjær has got the team scoring with 32 from 16 home games. On the other hand, Manchester United have conceded 20 goals.

Manchester City form and stats

The away team, who have the most scored goals (87) in Premier League, have been very comfortable on their travels so far, racking up 11 wins, 2 draws and only 3 losses.

Manchester City won their last game, 1-0 versus Tottenham Hotspur played at home. Before that, Manchester City secured a home win against Tottenham Hotspur with the score 4-3.

There might be some complaints about the fixture list from the Manchester City manager Guardiola as the team has another away game coming up in only four days, this time against Burnley.

The travelling fans enjoy Manchester City's attacking play in away games, having scored 31 goals in 16 away matches. Manchester City are defending well in their away games, having conceded only 10 times in 16 matches. For more goal statistics, check out the Statistics tab above.

Head 2 Head

The dueling parties have met before this season: Manchester City - Manchester United 3-1. Head-to-head totals (for the last ten meetings): Manchester United won 5 games, 2 matches ended with a draw and Manchester City has 3 wins.

Top Goalscorers

S. Agüero 19 goals / 8 assists

R. Sterling 17 goals / 9 assists

P. Pogba 13 goals / 9 assists

Manchester United missing players

Manchester City missing players