Man City vs Man Utd Preview, Prediction, Lineups and Team News | Community Shield

Preview

• Date – Saturday, August 10, 2024
• Kick-off Time – 03:00 pm GMT
• Venue – Wembley Stadium

Manchester City will once again lock horns with city rivals Manchester United in the Community Shield on Saturday afternoon at Wembley Stadium. The Cityzens will be aiming to take revenge on their noisy neighbors after losing out on the FA Cup trophy three months back at the same venue.

The Cityzens secured their fourth Premier League title in a row and will have their sights on more silverware this season. But after losing the FA Cup final in May, Cityw will look to take revenge on their bitter rivals at Wembley. Meanwhile, the traditional curtain-raiser to the new campaign have not been nice to Pep Guardiola’s men over the past few seasons.  

United, on the other hand, would very much need the trophy as Erik ten Hag faces a make-or-break third season in charge. A win over their bitter rivals would be an ideal start to the campaign for the Red Devils.

Team News

Man City Team News

Man City have a strong lineup which would see Erling Haaland lead the line in this crucial weekend fixture. Players like Rico Lewis, Ederson, and Jack Grealish are also expected to make significant contributions in the second half of the tie. Stefan Ortega is the designated cup goalkeeper and will keep his spot in between the sticks.

Man Utd Team News

On the other hand, Manchester United will be without first-team players including Leny Yoro, Harry Maguire and Rasmus Hojlund for this crucial tie. Tyrell Malacia is still injured and will not make his return before October whereas Scott McTominay is unlikely to start this game. New signing Joshua Zirkee will be hoping to make his debut for the Red Devils.

Predicted Lineups

Man City Predicted Lineup:

Ortega, Akanji, Dias, Aké, Gvardiol, Kovacic, De Bruyne, Silva, Bobb, Grealish, Haaland

Man Utd Predicted Lineup:

Onana, Dalot, Martínez, Lindelöf, Shaw, Casemiro, Mainoo, Fernandes, Diallo, Sancho, Rashford

Head-to-Head

Manchester United have the upper hand in terms of the head-to-head between the two sides, having won 79 of their 193 previous meetings. City have won 61 matches while the remaining 5 games have ended in a draw.

The Cityzens have registered three wins in their last five meetings, losing two in the process.

Last five results:

Man City 1-2 Man Utd – FA Cup – May 25, 2024
Man City 3-1 Man Utd – Premier League – March 03, 2024
Man Utd 0-3 Man City – Premier League – October 29, 2023
Man City 2-1 Man Utd – FA Cup – June 03, 2023
Man Utd 2-1 Man City – Premier League – January 14, 2023

Man City vs Man Utd Prediction

Pep Guardiola’s men would want a positive start to their Premier League campaign by winning the Community Shield on Saturday afternoon. The season’s curtail opener pits both Manchester clubs against each other which is expected to be a closely contested affair. Erling Haaland is expected to be the first player on the scoresheet.

Meanwhile, Man Utd are already struggling with injuries before the start of the campaign but would want a repeat of the FA Cup final for the second time in three months. A win against the Premier League champions would boost morale and confidence as Erik ten Hag’s side head into the new campaign.

Predicted Score: Man City 2-0 Man United

Betting tips and Odds (subject to change)

• Man City win – 1.57
• Man United win – 4.50
• Draw – 4.75
• Odds source – Unibet

Where to Watch Man City vs Man Utd Live?

Q. Where to watch Man City vs Man Utd live in India?

The Man City vs Man Utd game will be televised on Sony Network/SonyLiv.

Q. Where to watch Man City vs Man Utd live game in UK?

The game between Man City vs Man Utd will be live on ITVX in UK.

Q. Where to watch Man City vs Man Utd in USA?

The match between Man City vs Man Utd will be available on the ESPN+ESPN App.

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