Man City vs Manchester United LIVE: Rivals clash with chance to deal a blow to each other's season – kick-off time, team news and how to follow
Manchester United will be looking for revenge when they make the short trip to the Etihad to face neighbors Man City this weekend.
United were humiliated 3-0 at Old Trafford when the two local rivals met in October and their season has gone from bad to worse since.
The Red Devils saw their run of four consecutive Premier League wins come to an end after a dramatic late 2-1 defeat to Fulham on the weekend.
Erik ten HagThe team are in midweek FA Cup action, which represents their last chance to win silverware this season, but will have to keep an eye on the derby.
United remain sixth, eight points off the top four, and another defeat could prove catastrophic for their Champions League hopes.
City also face a crucial week in defending their FA Cup and Premier League crowns, facing first luton city in the fifth round on Tuesday.
The Manchester derby then comes at a crucial moment in the campaign, with pep guardiolaThe men are locked in a three-horse race for the title, one up. Arsenal in third place but behind the leaders Liverpool by the same margin.
Man City vs Man United: above Ant-e
Antony's United career hit a new low when he was brought in the ninth minute of added time during the defeat against Fulham.
In the match, which by the way coincided with the Brazilian's 24th birthday, he saw Anthony managing just one touch before the whistle blew.
It marks a huge decline for the man who starred in Ten Hag in Ajax before following him to United for a whopping £80million.
Ten Hag was asked if the decision to leave Antony out was due to his physical condition, and he gave a brutal answer.
“It had nothing to do with fitness,” he said. “He is fit but we have many options on the right side that we lack in other positions due to injuries.
“We have all seen the way Antony is and he has to take a step forward. I see it in training, but Omari (Forson) and Amad Diallo and Garnacho also deserve to play.”
However, a return to the Etihad, site of one of Antony's rare moments of quality in red, could be the arc of redemption he needs.
Antony scored a goal of the season early in his United career during a 6-3 loss to City in October 2022.
and with both Mark Rashford and Forson disappointing against Fulham, could be in line for a shock retirement.
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Man City vs Man United: What has been said?
Gabby Agbonlahor criticized Ten Hag's reaction to United's shock defeat to Fulham. asking the club board to fire the Dutch coach.
Ten Hag told talkSPORT: “We fought our way into the game and tied it, and at that point, I think we deserved to win the game.
“Then, in a moment of loss, we lose the match. Of course, we are very disappointed by this, but we also have to move on and we will.”
Agbonlahor couldn't believe his ears and told the new minority shareholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe fire Ten Hag immediately.
He said Jamie O'Hara on Saturday's talkSPORT game-day phone call: “Have you ever heard anyone more delusional?
“When a coach deceives himself like Ten Hag does now, it's time to put it behind him.
“Come out and be honest, your team was terrible. All the players for the 90 minutes.
“Eighth home defeat this season. 'The team showed character and got the draw'. Are you winding me up?”
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Man City vs Man United: Team news
Kevin De Bruyne He is in line to start his first Premier League game in three after suffering slight hamstring discomfort.
Jack Grealish has recovered from his own injury, but Josko Gvardiol He remains out due to a slight ankle problem.
United are struggling with several key absences, led by star striker Rasmus Hojlund due to a muscle problem.
Tyrell Malacia, Luke ShawLisandro Martínez, bricklayer assembly, antonio martialand Aaron Wan Bissaka Everyone remains in the treatment room.
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Man City vs Man United: how to follow
This Premier League clash will take place on Sunday, March 3.
Kick-off at the Etihad will take place on unusual weather from 3:30 p.m.
The match will be televised on Sky Sports Main, as well as Sky Sports Premier League.
talkSPORT will provide live updates throughout the afternoon, while talkSPORT.com will be on hand for the best reactions.
