Why is Manchester United vs Man City kicking off at an ‘unusual’ time today?
The kick-off time was brought forward by an hour following an agreement between the clubs
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Your support makes all the difference.Manchester United host Manchester City in the derby at Old Trafford today looking for a third successive Premier League win - but the match is kicking off at the “unusual” time of 3:30pm.
The clash between Erik ten Hag and Pep Guardiola looked set to take the 4:30pm slot on ‘Super Sunday’ - which is when the standout fixture of the weekend is usually played.
But the kick-off time has been brought forward by an hour following consultation between the local authorities and broadcasters, with both clubs agreeing to the change.
It means the earlier televised match on Sunday afternoon between West Ham and Everton has been brought forward by an hour, with a 1:00pm kick-off time at the London Stadium. A statement from Manchester United confirmed: “The unusual start time was agreed following consultation between the clubs, the broadcaster and local authorities.”
When is Manchester United vs Manchester City?
The match will kick off at the unusual time of 3:30pm on Sunday 30 October at Old Trafford, Manchester.
How can I watch it?
It will be shown live on Sky Sports Main Event and Premier League, with coverage getting underway from 3pm. Sky Sports subscribers can also stream the watch live on Sky Go and Now TV.
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Confirmed line-ups
Man United XI: Onana, Dalot, Lindelof, Maguire, Evans, Amrabat, McTominay, Eriksen, Fernandes, Rashford, Hojlund.
Man City XI: Ederson, Walker, Gvardiol, Stones, Dias, Rodri, Bernardo, Foden, Grealish, Alvarez, Haaland
Odds
United 17/4
Draw 3/1
City 7/10
All Man United vs Man City odds here.
Prediction
Manchester United 1-3 Manchester City
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