Manchester Derby Set for Sunday Showdown

The upcoming Manchester derby pits struggling giants Manchester City and Manchester United against each other, with both teams desperate for points amid disappointing runs. Manchester City, under Pep Guardiola, is currently eight points behind league leaders Liverpool and has only one win in their last ten matches, leading to a crisis situation for the defending champions. Meanwhile, new United manager Rúben Amorim has faced mixed results, but his team recently secured a morale-boosting win in the Europa League. Guardiola emphasized the derby's emotional significance for fans but acknowledged the need for a level-headed approach to improve City’s form. Both managers are under pressure, with City looking to avenge a previous defeat to Amorim's side during his time at Sporting CP. The clash on Sunday is set to be a critical test for both teams as they seek to reclaim their competitive edge in the Premier League.