Manchester United vs Manchester City Stats: Head-to-head Record and Historical Context

Manchester United host Manchester City at Old Trafford on 13 September 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 15:30 UTC in the Premier League Regular Season - 4. United arrive in mid-table, sitting 11th with 4 points from 3 matches and a goal difference of +1, while City top the standings in 1st place with a perfect 9 points from 3 games and a +5 goal difference. The setting at Old Trafford and the early-season table positions underline how much is at stake in this Manchester derby.

In terms of Manchester United vs Manchester City stats for the current Premier League campaign, United have taken 4 points from 3 fixtures, winning their only home game 5-2 and showing both attacking promise and defensive vulnerability. City, by contrast, have been clinical and controlled, winning all three of their matches, conceding just twice and already establishing themselves as early pace-setters. With the league leaders visiting their city rivals, this derby carries significant implications for momentum and early-season positioning.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a tightly contested recent Manchester derby series across league and cup competitions.

• Previous meetings: 5
• Manchester United wins: 2
• Draws: 2
• Manchester City wins: 1

Manchester United vs Manchester City Timeline & Historical Context

Looking at the Manchester United vs Manchester City timeline from the available fixtures, the most recent meeting came on 17 January 2026 at Old Trafford in the Premier League Regular Season - 22 of the 2025 campaign. On that occasion, Manchester United, playing at home, defeated Manchester City 2-0 after a goalless first half, underlining United’s capacity to produce strong performances in front of their own fans against their city rivals.

Before that, on 14 September 2025 at Etihad Stadium in Premier League Regular Season - 4 of the 2025 season, Manchester City, as the home side, recorded a 3-0 victory over Manchester United. City led 1-0 at half-time and pulled away after the break, demonstrating their attacking power on home soil. Earlier in the same calendar year, on 6 April 2025 at Old Trafford in Premier League Regular Season - 31 of the 2024 season, the sides played out a 0-0 draw, with both teams unable to find a breakthrough in a tight contest that finished goalless after a 0-0 first half.

The rivalry also crossed into the 2024 Premier League season and the domestic curtain-raiser. On 15 December 2024 at Etihad Stadium in Premier League Regular Season - 16, Manchester United, as the away team, came from a 1-0 half-time deficit to win 2-1 against Manchester City, a notable away success in the derby. Earlier that season, on 10 August 2024 at Wembley Stadium in the Community Shield Final, Manchester City and Manchester United drew 1-1 after 90 minutes and extra time, with a 0-0 half-time score and 1-1 at full time, before City prevailed 7-6 on penalties. For head-to-head purposes, that match is recorded as a draw, but the penalty shootout win for City adds an extra layer of narrative to the recent Manchester United vs Manchester City timeline.

Manchester United vs Manchester City Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall Manchester United vs Manchester City stats from these recent encounters point to a marginal edge for United in results, with goals and performances closely matched.

Overall Record & Goals:

• Total Goals Scored: Manchester United 5 - 6 Manchester City
• Average Goals per Match: Manchester United 1.00 vs Manchester City 1.20

Venue Split Performance:

• At Old Trafford: 3 matches played here — Manchester United won 1 (as home side), Manchester City won 0 (as away side), 2 draws
• At Etihad Stadium: 2 matches played here — Manchester City won 1 (as home side), Manchester United won 1 (as away side), 0 draws

Manchester United vs Manchester City Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Manchester United vs Manchester City last results in recent competitive fixtures:

• 17 January 2026: Manchester United 2-0 Manchester City (Half-time: 0-0) – Premier League
• 14 September 2025: Manchester City 3-0 Manchester United (Half-time: 1-0) – Premier League
• 6 April 2025: Manchester United 0-0 Manchester City (Half-time: 0-0) – Premier League
• 15 December 2024: Manchester City 1-2 Manchester United (Half-time: 1-0) – Premier League
• 10 August 2024: Manchester City 1-1 Manchester United (Half-time: 0-0) – Community Shield (Manchester City won 7-6 on penalties)

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Manchester United Matches Results and Stats

For Manchester United, the available numbers are season to date in the 2026 Premier League. United have played 3 league matches, winning 1, drawing 1 and losing 1. At Old Trafford, they have been prolific in front of goal with 5 goals scored and 2 conceded in their single home outing, while away from home they have scored 2 and conceded 4 across 2 matches. Offensively, United average 2.3 goals per game overall, but they also concede an average of 2.0 goals per match and are yet to keep a clean sheet, which underlines both their attacking potential and defensive fragility heading into this derby.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 1, Draw 1, Lose 1 (season to date)

Last 5 Manchester City Matches Results and Stats

Manchester City’s season to date form in the 2026 Premier League has been flawless. Across 3 matches, City have 3 wins, no draws and no defeats. At home they have 2 victories with 3 goals scored and 1 conceded, while their single away game produced a 4-1 win, highlighting their threat on the road. Overall, City average 2.3 goals scored per match and only 0.7 goals conceded, with one clean sheet recorded and no matches in which they have failed to score. This combination of consistent attacking output and strong defensive numbers gives City a statistically robust platform as they travel to Old Trafford.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 3, Draw 0, Lose 0 (season to date)

Historical Statistical Verdict

Taken together, the head-to-head record and current-season form paint a nuanced picture. In the five most recent meetings across Premier League and Community Shield, Manchester United hold a narrow edge in results with 2 wins to Manchester City’s 1, alongside 2 draws, even though City have a slight advantage in total goals scored (6 to 5). Old Trafford has been relatively positive for United in this period, with 1 win and 2 draws from 3 home derbies, while each side has claimed one victory at Etihad Stadium. However, looking at 2026 Premier League form, City arrive as league leaders with three wins from three, a stronger defensive record and consistent attacking returns, whereas United’s mixed start combines high-scoring performances with defensive leaks. Historically, the derby has been competitive and often tight, but the statistical trends ahead of this fixture lean towards a finely balanced contest where City’s current form contrasts with United’s solid recent home record in this matchup.

Manchester United vs Manchester City H2H Statistics updated on 8 September 2026.