Manchester derby: Four players to keep an eye on at Old Trafford
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Manchester derby: Four players to keep an eye on at Old Trafford


»Manchester derby: Four players to keep an eye on at Old Trafford«

Here are the four players to watch out for in the highly-Here are four guys to keep an eye on during the highly anticipated Manchester derby at Old Trafford on Saturday afternoon.

Saturday will mark the 188th Manchester derby, with Manchester United and Manchester City ready to meet at Old Trafford in one of the Premier League’s marquee contests.

The match, which promises to be an exciting and competitive contest, is slated to begin at 14:30 South African Standard Time.

Manchester City humiliated Manchester United by defeating their neighbors 6-3 at the Etihad Stadium in their most recent meeting. City will now attempt to complete the league double for their neighbors, although a great deal has transpired since October.

United has won eight consecutive matches in all categories, while City was eliminated from the League Cup after losing 2-0 to Southampton in their most recent meeting earlier this week.

Below is a list of influential players who can impact the outcome of the Manchester derby this weekend.

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Casemiro is a player to watch in Saturday’s Manchester Derby in the Premier League (Carlos Casimiro)

Casemiro, arguably the best central defensive midfielder in the world and the league, will be the most vital player for Manchester United at Old Trafford in this derby. The 30-year-old joined United from Real Madrid at the beginning of the current season in a shocking transfer, but has yet to display the star power that made him so successful and popular with Los Blancos. Nevertheless, despite still settling in and finding his footing in this team, Casemiro’s quality has been several levels above that of every single teammate. This Manchester United team has been immediately enhanced by the Brazilian’s inclusion. As a right-footed, single-pivot defensive midfielder, he may not score many goals, but he thrives on his ability to break up play in the center areas through interceptions and one-on-one duels. Ten Hag will hope that Casemiro’s tenacity in attempting to reclaim the ball is the key to an upset victory in the derby. In the past, United’s midfield collapsed against City, allowing the men in blue to feast.

Alexander Rashford

Rashford has scored eight goals in his past seven outings, indicating that he is in red-hot form. The 25-year-old battled with form and confidence last season, but he has regained both since returning from the World Cup and has been a terror for opposing defenses. Rashford’s metamorphosis has been linked to Erik ten Hag, and United’s boss will again rely on his goal-scoring machine to help the red side of Manchester beat City. Rashford would like to snap his goalless streak against The Citizens at Old Trafford, ideally in front of the Stretford End. Rashford has not scored in his last five outings against Manchester City.

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Erling Haaland

It would be inexcusable not to consider Haaland in relation to City. Since joining the Premier League at the beginning of the current season, the 22-year-old has wreaked havoc on the competition. The Norwegian has scored 33 goals in 29 appearances for Manchester City this season, including 21 goals in the league after just 16 games. Haaland is on pace to break the Premier League record for most goals scored in a 38-game season, which is currently held by Mohamed Salah of Liverpool with 32 goals. Nonetheless, Haaland has failed to score in both of its early 2023 games.

Kevin de Bruyne

De Bruyne consistently performs well for Manchester City, but it appears that he elevates his performance versus United. To suggest that De Bruyne has been a sore spot for Manchester United would be an understatement. The 31-year-old did not perform at his best for Belgium during the recently finished World Cup, but his performances for city after returning from international duty have been consistent. This season, he has contributed to 12 goals (three goals and nine assists) in the league. And with his propensity to create scoring chances, De Bruyne is sure to add to that total on Saturday at Old Trafford.

Manchester derby at Old Trafford on Saturday afternoon.


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