TV pundit Paul Merson reckons Manchester United are dangerous opponents for their treble-winning neighbours Manchester City as they are such massive underdogs on derby day.
Pep Guardiola and star-studded City won the lot last season and they have also made a strong start to their latest Premier League title defence.
They have picked up 21 points from a possible 27 so far this term and sit joint-second with Arsenal two points behind surprise early table-toppers Tottenham.
By contrast, United are loitering in eighth position on 15 points. Erik ten Hag and his squad have been defeated six times across all competitions already this campaign. ALSO READ: Supercomputer predicts Manchester derby scoreline ALSO READ: Lewis could be surprise Foden replacement vs United However, with three straight wins now under their belt, United have picked up form at the right time as they gear up to welcome City to Old Trafford on Sunday afternoon (3.30pm).
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