Manchester City is set to visit Old Trafford today, seeking their first WSL title in ten years and aiming for a league double over United.
City currently leads the table by eight points. Manager Andrée Jeglertz has guided the team through a strong season, with City being the only WSL team to have a perfect home record.
Although they are yet to secure an away win in 2026, the team has never been defeated in a WSL match at this venue. They aim to keep that streak tonight.
Manchester City team news
The squad is significantly strengthened with the return of four players from the Asian Cup: Ayaka Yamashita, Yui Hasegawa, Aoba Fujino, and Mary Fowler. The manager noted they are “full of energy.”
Yamashita is expected to return as the starting goalkeeper. Khadija Shaw, the league’s top striker, is ready to go after achieving the fastest hat-trick in WSL history. Grace Clinton is the only major absence for the visitors.
Yamashita will start in goal, with Alex Greenwood and Rebecca Knaak in defense. In midfield, Hasegawa will partner Jill Coffey to support City’s attack. Lauren Hemp and Kerolin will assist Shaw on the wings.
Shaw has previously scored at this venue, and City has won five of the last ten Manchester derbies. They hope to leverage this historical advantage tonight in their quest for the WSL title.
Manchester City predicted lineup
Manchester City Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Yamashita; Casparij, Rose, Knaak, Greenwood; Hasegawa, Coffey; Kerolin, Miedema, Hemp; Shaw
When will the match kick off?
Saturday, 28 March 2026, at 13:30 GMT.
How to watch Man Utd vs Man City?
Fans in the UK can watch the match live on BBC One and BBC Sport.
Read more- England player ratings vs Uruguay: Ben White’s mixed fortunes in dramatic return
Add Footem.in As your Preferred Source on Google
Follow the latest on Footem WhatsApp Channel
