City lead through another Phil Foden Manchester derby goal and they are good value for it. In the middle of the half they had a 10-minute spell when they played some slick football, cutting through United’s midfield and threatened to run away with the game. Either side of that, United were competitive. Their pace up top keeps you on the edge of your seat, but they have not matched run with pass to craft a clear chance.

City and United are hoping to put painful seasons last year behind them in Sunday’s early season Manchester derby.

Before a high-pressure Manchester derby, Carl Anka and Jordan Campbell dissect the important issues