Manchester United prepares for Premier League derby against Manchester City

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Manchester United prepares for Premier League derby against Manchester City
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Michael Carrick prepares Manchester United to host Manchester City at Old Trafford this Sunday for the first derby of the season. United enters the match coming off a 4-0 Champions League victory against Sabah FK, though the team faces a condensed recovery period compared to their opponents. Several players, including Marcus Rashford and Harry Maguire, are expected to return to the starting lineup after resting midweek. Injury concerns remain for Luke Shaw, who missed training and the recent European fixture, and Bruno Fernandes, who was seen limping following Thursday's match. While Manchester City holds a perfect start with three wins, United seeks to improve their current record of one win, one draw, and one loss in domestic play.

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  • Manchester United faces Manchester City at Old Trafford on Sunday.
  • Marcus Rashford and Harry Maguire are expected to return to the starting XI.
  • Bruno Fernandes and Luke Shaw are both managing fitness concerns before the match.
  • Manchester City has recorded three consecutive wins in the Premier League this season.
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Fresh off a dominant European win, Michael Carrick faces a selection dilemma at Old Trafford as injury concerns and fatigue shadow his lineup choices for the derby.

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