Starting XI: Manchester United vs. Manchester City
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Everything that you need to know ahead of Saturday’s match:
(1) Derby day brings Manchester United the chance to start picking up the pieces after Champions Leagueheartbreak in midweek. No one associated with the club dreamt of Thursday night football in the new year, but it is what it is. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and his players can still salvage something from a difficult week with victory over Manchester City on Saturday — perhaps even jumping into the top four with a positive result.
(2) Unfortunately, Manchester United’s record against the rest of the “big six” makes for tough reading. The Reds got rolled by Tottenham Hotspur, dropped a squeaker to Arsenal (who currently languish down in 15th), and drew with Chelsea in a match of few chances and even less ambition. One point from three home matches against other top sides won’t get it done.