The derby of Manchester is finally here. After long weeks of anticipation, Manchester United and Manchester City clash at Old Trafford with a lot on the line in the 2022-023 Premier League. It’s a match which could define a lot not only for these teams, but also for other clubs in the race.
The2022-2023 Premier Leaguehas oficially restarted with a lot of candidates fighting for the title:Arsenal, Manchester City, Newcastle, Tottenham,Manchester UnitedandLiverpool. Arsenalseem to be the favorite to claim the championship for the first time since that magical and undefeated2003-2004 season.
However, the Gunners are not alone.Manchester Cityare really close in the table trying to defend their title and Manchester United are back thanks to a remarkable job by coach Erik ten Hag.Read here to find out what happens if Manchester Unitedbeat Manchester City on Matchday 20 of the Premier League.
Whathappens if Manchester Citylose to Manchester United in the Premier League?
If Manchester City loseagainst Manchester United, Pep Guardiola’s team will be five points behind Arsenal in the fight for the first place in the Premier League. The Gunners have a very tough matchup this Sunday against Tottenham, but could extend the lead to eight points.
In the case of Manchester United, they will be only one point behind Manchester City and sixaway of Arsenal. They also would take the third place in the standings alone with three points of advantage over Newcastle and five over Tottenham.
A win by Manchester United will put them right back on the race to win their first Premier League title in more than a decade. Undoubtedly, Arsenal would be the most delighted club by a Red Devils’ win.