Premier League 2018-19: 5 Key battles that could decide the Manchester Derby

There are always fiery moments in the derby.
There are always fiery moments in the derby.

#1 Paul Pogba vs Fernandinho

Pogba's role in the midfield would be very crucial.
Pogba's role in the midfield would be very crucial.

Paul Pogba is one of the most crucial players for Jose Mourinho's side this season. He can pick a long range pass and even shoot from outside the box. Apart from Martial, the Frenchman is the in-form player at the moment and would want to impose himself in the Derby as well.

The last season game was the highlight of Paul's career at United. Manchester City were leading and cruising towards the Premier League title, in came United lead by Pogba to turn the match around. That was the last defeat for Manchester City at the Etihad stadium till now.

However, Pogba would be up against a player who according to Guardiola is the fulcrum of the team and can play in any role in a football pitch. Fernandinho can break any attack from the opponent and even find long-range shots to score. It remains to see who will win the battle between the midfield and has the last laugh in the derby.

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Edited by Abhinav Munshi
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