Manchester Derby 2022/23: When is Man Utd vs Man City this season?

• When Is Man Utd vs Man City in 2023?
• Live stream and TV information
• Man Utd vs Man City Odds
• Head-To-Head League Record
• How Important Is Home Advantage?
• Manchester Derby Betting Tips
• Don’t Bet On Emotion
• Check The Team News
• Recent Form
• Expect Goals
• Manchester Derby 2023 Summary

The Manchester Derby is one of the most anticipated fixtures in the footballing world. The two clubs, Manchester United and Manchester City, are two of the most successful teams in Premier League history - each one having its respective spell of dominance.

If you’re eager to immerse yourself in Premier League betting, this fixture is a great place to start. Numerous iconic counters have taken place between the two rivals over the years, and the fixture is often chock-full of goals.

Let’s find out when the next Manchester derby is so you don’t miss out on the action.

When Is Man Utd vs Man City in 2023?

The Manchester derby this season will take place at 12:30GMT on 14 January 2023 at Old Trafford. The corresponding Etihad fixture took place on 2 October 2022, ending in a 6-3 City victory.

Erling Haaland and Phil Foden bagged hat-tricks in the highest-scoring Manchester derby of all-time.

Live stream and TV information

Manchester United vs Man City will be shown live on BT Sport in the UK. It is the first time ever that the broadcaster has the rights to the Manchester derby.

Man Utd vs Man City Odds

Manchester City might not be at their sublime best but they remain favourites to beat their rivals at Old Trafford. The odds on Man City to win are 19/25, while the hosts are 3/1. A draw is priced at 27/10.

In the October fixture, City were 4/11 to win the fixture, whereas United were 7/1.

Updated Man Utd vs Man City odds.

Head-To-Head League Record

There was once a time where Manchester City were the perennial underdogs in this fixture, and any result for them that did not end a defeat would’ve been considered a good day at the office.

In fact, the Sky Blues failed to beat their crosstown rivals at Old Trafford for 34 years between 1974 and 2008.

City, however, did pick up occasional wins at home, most notably a 4-1 victory during the first derby played at the City of Manchester Stadium.

The 2008 takeover of Manchester City, however, did turn things around, and City have since improved their derby record considerably. Notable victories include a 6-1 thrashing of United at Old Trafford in 2011, and a 6-3 demolition at the Etihad Stadium in 2022.

The arrival of world-class players like Sergio Aguero and Kevin De Bruyne has transformed City into a world-class team, whereas United’s fortunes have been mixed since Sir Alex Ferguson retired in 2013.

The Manchester clubs’ head-to-head Premier League record (as of October 2022) looks like this

• Manchester United victories - 24
• Manchester City victories - 18
• Draws - 8

United have scored 74 goals in the 50 PL encounters between the two sides, whereas City have bagged 73. There have been a total of 29 clean sheets kept in the games - 18 for United, 11 for City.

How Important Is Home Advantage?

The last away team to win the Manchester derby (as of October 2022) was Manchester City in 2021/22.

The emotional nature of the derby makes an impact on the typical home advantage the clubs would usually get. Interestingly, the two games played behind-closed-doors (in 2020/21) saw United fail to beat City home and away. In the season before, the Red Devils won both fixtures.

If you’re a fan of making football predictions and betting on the Manchester derby winner simply because your chosen team is playing at home, keep in mind that this fixture is anything but normal.

Manchester Derby Betting Tips

Let’s find out how you can make the most out of your Manchester derby betting experience by discussing the things you should keep in mind.

Don’t Bet On Emotion

If you’re eager for United to win, even if the stats suggest otherwise, then you should reconsider your bet and only place it on data.

It’s easy to let your biases get in the way of your betting. However, if you’re serious about placing potentially-lucrative bets, then aim to bet with your head as much as possible.

Check The Team News

Both clubs have their key players, and an injury crisis can easily make or break their confidence going into a fierce derby. If, for example, City are missing their first-choice centre-back, goalkeeper, or forward, then their performance (particularly away from home) will be greatly affected under the pressures of the derby. The same applies to Manchester United.

It’s also worth checking formations before kick-off. An notable example of the team selection massively affecting a Manchester derby occurred in December 2019 - where then-United manager Ole Gunnar Solksjaer fielded a young, fast, counter-attacking team away at City.

Despite having an inferior on-paper squad, the Red Devils secured a 2-1 away victory at the Etihad Stadium - with both goals being the result of a counter-attack.

Formations and systems of play can massively impact the trajectory of a Manchester derby, so make sure you research this prior to kick-off.

Recent Form

The famous atmosphere generated by the Manchester Derby results in an abnormal set of circumstances.

Though recent league form is important going into the derby, it is not as big of a deal as it usually is. If, for example, City have drawn two and lost one of their last three games, then that doesn’t necessarily mean they’ll struggle in the upcoming game against United.

It’s often said that it’s easy to get motivated for derby day - hence why you shouldn’t bet on your winning team simply because they’re in formidable form prior to the contest.

Expect Goals

As of October 2022, the last goalless Manchester derby took place in the 2020/21 season - a campaign that was played without fans.

The lack of attendance has a massive effect on the atmosphere of a game, and perhaps it’s best to chalk this dull derby down to the empty stadiums.

Prior to that game, though, the last goalless derby took place on 27 April 2017.

It’s rare to see a Manchester derby finish without goals, so consider this before you make your bet.

Manchester Derby 2023 Summary

The Manchester derby rarely disappoints, and, if the last meeting is anything to go by, you should expect high-drama at the next game in January 2023.

Who knows what the league table will look like by then, however, one thing's for certain - the next chapter in the City vs United rivalry will be an entertaining one.