Manchester United vs Manchester City Prediction, Odds and Picks for Today, 01/17/26

Michael Carrick begins his interim reign as Manchester United head coach on Saturday, and he may get off to a positive start in the high-pressure Manchester derby. The Red Devils’ FA Cup exit at the hands of Brighton last weekend leaves them without a win in 4 games, but despite their dismal season, they have proven difficult to beat at times. They have lost just 2 of their last 10 games and 2 of their 10 Premier League home matches this season, and they have a solid recent record against their rivals.

Manchester City have won only 1 of their last 5 meetings with Manchester United, and, despite a rampant FA Cup win over Exeter and a 2-0 win over Newcastle in midweek, they are winless in their last 3 EPL matches. Pep Guardiola chose to name a strong lineup for their midweek trip to St. James’ Park, and that added fatigue could also come into play against a United team that has had 6 days to prepare for this fixture. Expect the Red Devils to pick up at least a point here.

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