Premier League Live Updates: Manchester Derby Kicks Off Action-Packed Saturday

Premier League action returns with a bang on January 17, 2026, headlined by the Manchester derby at Old Trafford, where Manchester United, under interim boss Michael Carrick, host rivals Manchester City.[5][2][3] Young midfielder Kobbie Mainoo earns his first Premier League start of the season, signaling Carrick's faith in youth for this pivotal clash.[2][7]

The day features five key matches. United vs. City leads at 7:30 AM ET (USA Net Universo), with odds favoring City (+110, O/U 3.5).[4] Liverpool welcome Burnley at Anfield (10:00 AM, USA Net Universo; LIV -450, O/U 3.5), aiming to climb from 5th place (35 points).[4][2] Sunderland face Crystal Palace at the Stadium of Light (10:00 AM, Peacock; SUN +140, O/U 2.5), while Tottenham host West Ham (10:00 AM, Peacock; TOT -140, O/U 2.5).[4][9]

The slate closes with Nottingham Forest challenging league leaders Arsenal (49 points from 21 games) at The City Ground (12:30 PM, NBC; ARS -175, O/U 2.5).[4][2] Arsenal top the table ahead of Manchester City and Aston Villa (both 43 points).[2][9] Chelsea, now managed by Liam Rosenior after Enzo Maresca's exit, face Brentford later—though exact timing isn't specified here.[5][6]

Recent results set the tone: Earlier in 2026, Liverpool drew 0-0 with Leeds, and City drew 0-0 at Sunderland on opening day.[1] Midweek saw United draw 2-2 at Burnley under prior interim Darren Fletcher (post-Ruben Amorim sacking), Chelsea lose 1-2 to Fulham, and City draw 1-1 with Brighton.[6]

The January transfer window is active, with notable moves like Manchester City's £62.5m signing of Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth. Clubs like Arsenal and Newcastle have seen loans and outs, as teams bolster squads.[7][8]

Standings after 21 games: Arsenal (15-4-2, +26 GD), Man City/Aston Villa (13-4-4), Liverpool (10-5-6).[2][9] Stay tuned for live scores, highlights, and analysis as the race intensifies in this World Cup year.[5]