Finally it’s upon us.
We emerge from the darkness of an international break to be thrown into the biggest match-up of the season as Manchester United face Manchester City at Old Trafford – Jose Mourino versus Pep Guardiola.
The appetite and expectation for this match is huge. Even without the presence of Sergio Aguero for the visitors, the sheer volume of talent on show is somewhat bewildering.
Fantasy managers will have mixed feelings. There will be those hoping for a spectacle and for the goals to flow, whilst others, perhaps banking on defensive acquisitions, will be looking for this stormy fixture to pass without significant incident and with clean sheets preserved.
One thing seems certain – we are not about to be eased back into domestic action. Even this early in the campaign, there are reputations at stake that will ensure this will be a gripping encounter.
