Manchester Derby: The battle of the Titans at Old Trafford~

The long wait is over and one of the fiercest rivalries in world football is set to be reignited at the Old Trafford where the Manchester derby will be going down on Sunday.
It is safe to say that this match-up presents two of the most expensive squads in the Premier League and by extension in world football.
With this, there are exciting match-ups between players that are highly been anticipated in virtually all of the departments on the pitch.
Goalkeepers
Starting from in-between the sticks, the two personnel at the opposing ends have been phenomenal and contributed a great deal to where their respective teams are now.
Ederson has been a substantial upgrade in the goalkeeping department for Manchester City. He is brave and willing to come out of the box to smother chances and that might be useful against someone like Romelu Lukaku who generally takes time before taking his shot on goal.
De Gea has also been in fantastic form and he singlehandedly stopped Arsenal last term despite the Gunners’ massive 38 attempts.
But while the goal keepers await what will be thrown at them, another big question many are asking is would the Red Devils be able to stop the rampaging City team.
Romelu Lukaku v Nicolas Otamendi
The imposing Belgian striker is gradually getting back into his strides; scoring in the midweek in the Champions League and there’s no doubt he remains a threat.
Blessed with pace and power in abundance, it’s likely to be the sort of physical duel that Otamendi will relish – he kept Lukaku quiet in three of their five meetings whilst the striker was at Everton
United’s No.9 has previously admitted he loves to use his size to spin defenders, so the centre-half could enjoy his best success if he can get in early to nip the ball away.
Jesse Lingard v Fernandinho
For Old Trafford faithful, they will want to see those break dance steps as many times as possible from Lingard who hit a brace last time against Arsenal.
But Can City’s Mr Consistent shackle United’s man of the moment?
Such is the Blues’ dominance this season the Brazilian has shone in the defensive midfield role for the manner in which he links defence and attack, but he may have to do the so-called dirty work on Sunday.
Ashley Young v Raheem Sterling
This is a battle of two speedsters and their pace may make some difference in the derby clash.
Both players have provided crucial goals for their teams in recent especially for Sterling who has developed the welcome knack of scoring when it matters most.
Whether Young is deployed as a traditional left back or a left-wing back could be key to deciding this battle.
If the 32-year-old takes up a more advanced position it could leave space in behind for Sterling to exploit, but similarly, he’ll have to mindful of his defensive duties...