With only 13 points from 9 games, Manchester United should look to win the derby to avoid further lagging behind.
However, the Red Devils were dismantled in both derby games last season and are not in top form going into Etihad this time around as well.
The only positive news for the Red side of Manchester is that sky blues are in poor form as well.
Manuel Pellegrini’s men have lost their last two games, away to West Ham in the league and at home against Newcastle in midweek.
United may have their captain Wayne Rooney back and that will give Van Gaal and the squad major boost for the all important clash. He has surely been missed badly.
Falcao might be fit for the game as well but start might be a doubt. Here is Manchester United’s predicted starting XI formation vs Man City.
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PREDICTED – Man United Starting XI Formation vs Man City
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RAFAEL,,, JONES,,,, ROJO,,,,, SHAW
HERRERA,,, BLIND,,,, FELLAIN
ROONEY,,,,, VAN PERSIE,, DI MARIA