What channel is Man City vs Man Utd on and why has kick-off time been moved?

Manchester's finest meet at the Etihad on Sunday as City welcome United to their stomping ground aiming to deliver a hammer blow to their rivals Champions League hopes.

Erik ten Hag's side's hopes of playing in European club football's most prestigious competition next term are fading, with United languishing down in sixth - 11 points adrift of fourth-placed Aston Villa, though the Red Devils have played one game less than Unai Emery's men.

The reigning champions come into this game with contrasting morale, but Pep Guardiola will know that any slip-ups against their arch enemies could prove costly as they aim to beat both Liverpool and Arsenal to the title this term. Were City to get the win they need, they will end the match-week one point behind the Reds who sit top.

United know the size of the task that awaits them, with City not tasting defeat on their own patch since the back end of 2022. Here, Mirror Football brings you all you need to know ahead of Sunday's game.

The kick-off time for this derby day showdown has actually changed from its traditional slot. Usually, the final clash on a Sunday afternoon would take place at 4:30pm. However, this fixture will kick off an hour earlier at 3:30, due to a request from Greater Manchester Police.

Though no specific reason was provided, United did release a statement on their club website that read: “The unusual start time was agreed following consultation between the clubs, the broadcaster and local authorities.”

The game will be screened live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League. Coverage begins on both channels at 3pm, with the Burnley's clash against Bournemouth also shown on both clashes beforehand.

United were on the wrong end of a 3-0 defeat at Old Trafford