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Cristiano Ronaldo Misses Manchester United's Derby Clash vs City

Cristiano Ronaldo was absent from the Manchester United squad to face Manchester City on Sunday as Ralf Rangnick did not name a recognised striker in his starting line-up at the Etihad. Edinson Cavani also missed out due to injury, while Marcus Rashford was left on the bench as Rangnick opted for Anthony Elanga and Jadon Sancho in a makeshift attack. Raphael Varane and Luke Shaw are also missing for United due to testing positive for coronavirus. Ronaldo could have ended up at City had the final days of the summer transfer window gone differently as United swooped in to ensure the five-time Ballon d'Or winner returned to Old Trafford.

Liverpool Ride Their Luck To Cut Gap On Manchester City

Jurgen Klopp hopes a nervy 1-0 win over West Ham will be more fondly remembered at the end of the season after Sadio Mane's goal closed the gap on Manchester City at the top of the table to three points. Defeat leaves West Ham still two points outside the top four having played more games than all their rivals for a place in next season's Champions League. But David Moyes' men will rue a host of missed chances to salvage a point, which would have given City breathing space at the top of the table.

Manchester City vs Manchester United, Premier League: When And Where To Watch, Live Telecast, Live Streaming

Manchester City host Manchester United in their upcoming Premier League fixture at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday. The table toppers wil be hoping to complete the league double over United for just the second time under Pep Guardiola, having previously done so in 2018-19. Meanwhile, Manchester United will be aiming to win four consecutive away games in all competitions against City for the first time since a run of four between November 1993 and November 2000. Manchester City are currently on top of the table with 66 points from 27 matches, with Liverpool second with 60 points from 26 matches. Meanwhile, Chelsea are third with 50 points from 25 fixtures and United are fourth with 47 from 27 games.