Manchester United v Manchester City: The best derby matches

We remember the great contests ahead of the clash at Old Trafford

By no means a great game but in terms of significance, it didn't get any bigger than this. An uncharacteristically defensive Manchester United were beaten on the night by a solitary goal from Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany. When the season ended (GETTY IMAGES)

Manchester United and Manchester City come together in the Premier League on Tuesday night at Old Trafford

Both sides go into the game desperate for victory.

For United, their last Premier League outing at Old Trafford saw them well beaten by bitter rivals Liverpool. A defeat to their next most bitter rivals might just be too much for the fans to take.

While United can give up on achieving anything in the league this season, for City the title is in their hands. They might trail Chelsea by six points, but they do have three games in hand.

With so much on the line a classic could be in store. This particular fixture has certainly thrown up some great contests in the past, and particularly in recent years. Here, we take a look at some of the best...