Premier League giants Manchester United are the most successful English club in history, bragging about a prosperous history and trophy-laden past resonating with their slogan of ‘Glory Glory Man United’ depicting the glorious era. On the other hand, their neighbours Manchester City, despite an uncelebrated past are quickly catching up with the Red Devils.
Notably, they have transformed into a dominant force, exerting a dominant gameplay and enjoying significant silverware success under the reign of Spanish tactician Pep Guardiola, working on the foundations of the club laid by Roberto Mancini and Manuel Pellegrini managerial terms, following the Abu Dhabi United Group takeover in 2008. During the last decade, the Citizens have lifted numerous accolades including UEFA Champions League, FA Cup, Leagues Cup, FIFA Club World Cup and successive Premier League titles.
Being city rivals, Manchester United and Manchester City have locked horns against each other on numerous occasions — stretching across various competitions and league matches and marking it as the fiercest rivalry in world football. Since these two sides are again preparing for a meet-up in FA Community Shield 2024 on August 10, we will be glimpsing at the head-to-head history of the two titans of English Football.
Man Utd vs Man City head-to-head record – All competitions
Manchester United and Manchester City have played each other 153 times across all competitions in the Premier League, League Cup, and FA Cup to the Community Shield and First Division (1971-1992). Out of the total matches, the Red Devils have won 63 games and the Cityzens have ensured 52 wins. 38 of their encounters were settled in a draw.
| Teams | Win | Loss |
| Manchester United | 63 | 52 |
| Manchester City | 52 | 63 |
Manchester United vs Manchester City head-to-head – Premier League
In the Premier League, they have faced each other on 54 occasions, with Manchester United boasting the most wins in 25 matches, whereas, Manchester City have recorded victories in 20 games. And, the arch-rivals have shared the spoils in nine league meetings.
| Teams | Win | Loss |
| Man United | 25 | 20 |
| Man City | 20 | 25 |
Manchester United vs Manchester City Head to Head – Top Goal Scorers
The Manchester Debry is an iconic rivalry. Over the years, some of the biggest superstars of football have graced the pitch for both clubs — the England icon, Wayne Rooney is the highest goal scorer for Manchester United, as the attacker has scored 11 goals in 31 appearances. For City, two veterans Joe Hayes and Francis Lee share the title of scoring the most goals against the Red half of Manchester with 10 goals each.
Manchester United vs Manchester City Head to Head – Biggest Wins
In the Premier League 2011-12 season, the Sky Blues registered their biggest 6-1 win over the Red Devils at Old Trafford. Back then, City being the underdog led by Roberto Mancini pulled a remarkable result, upsetting Sir Alex Ferguson’s champion side flooded with superstar names in the line-up. Manchester United’s biggest victory dates back to the first division era of English Football, when the Red Devils see off City by a margin of 7 goals to nil at Maine Road ( City’s former home ground from 1923-2003).