The rivalry between Manchester City and Manchester United has notably leaned towards City in recent times. Across both men’s and women’s teams, City has scored a total of six goals at Old Trafford this season. Pep Guardiola’s Premier League leaders secured a convincing 3-0 victory over United in October, followed by Gareth Taylor’s Super League contenders claiming a dominant 3-1 win at the Theatre of Dreams three weeks later.
Having earned these bragging rights, City has been unabashedly celebrating these successes in front of their home supporters. Their recent actions included releasing a highlight reel showcasing their triumphs at Old Trafford, particularly emphasizing their celebratory knee slides. While City fans reveled in their rival’s misfortune, others were taken aback by the provocative nature of this act.
Some viewers criticized the gesture as highly disrespectful, questioning the expected mutual respect between rivals. The highlighted video reel might trigger unpleasant memories for certain United fans, reminding them of City’s significant victory at Old Trafford. In that match, Erling Haaland scored twice, followed by Phil Foden securing a third goal in the 80th minute, punctuated by a celebratory slide.
Additionally, City’s women’s team achieved success against United as well, with players Jill Roord, Lauren Hemp, and Khadija Shaw contributing to the scoreline. Despite City’s defender Laia Aleixandri being sent off, United couldn’t narrow the deficit.
United’s home record has been underwhelming this season, not just against City but also experiencing a 3-0 defeat by Newcastle in the Carabao Cup just days after their loss to City.
The next chance for United to retaliate against City will arrive in about three months at the Etihad Stadium in March. However, considering recent performances and conceding 10 goals in their last two home games, the visitors might not find themselves in a celebratory mood anytime soon.
Manchester City performance and stats
Manchester City is currently 1st in the Premier League with 28 points.
In the last 12 games, it has won 9 times, drawn once, and lost twice. In its last match, Manchester City drawn 4-4 against Chelsea.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 32 goals and conceding 12.
Manchester City will play the next match in Premier League against Liverpool on Saturday 25th of November in Manchester. The prediction is Manchester City winning the match.
Manchester United performance and stats
Manchester United is currently 6th in the Premier League with 21 points.
In the last 12 games, it has won 7 times and lost 5 times. In its last match, Manchester United won 1-0 against Luton Town.
It has a negative goal difference after scoring 13 goals and conceding 16.
Manchester United will play the next match in Premier League against Everton on Sunday 26th of November in Liverpool. The prediction is Manchester United winning the match.