Manchester Derby Returns to Old Trafford on Saturday as Carrick Takes Interim Charge

United enter with attacking reinforcements after AFCON absences.

Overview

Kick-off is 12:30pm (UK) on Saturday, 17 January, with live TV coverage on Sky Sports and additional commentary on talkSPORT and club platforms.
Michael Carrick has been appointed interim Manchester United manager, supported by Steve Holland, Jonathan Woodgate, Travis Binnion, Jonny Evans and Craig Mawson.
Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo are back in contention for United following their AFCON exits, and teenager Shea Lacey is unavailable due to a one-match ban.
Manchester City arrive on strong recent form, highlighted by a 10-1 FA Cup win over Exeter and a 3-0 league victory over United in September.
City list several injury absentees including John Stones, Josko Gvardiol, Mateo Kovacic, Ruben Dias, Savinho and Oscar Bobb, and tickets are being routed through official club pages and reputable third‑party sellers.