For the final time on home soil this term, City welcomed our cross-city rivals to the Joie Stadium for another Friday night under the lights.
This time, Ben Wilkinson’s Elite Development Squad were looking to move one step closer to retaining the PL2 play-off title with a win over the Red Devils.
But they would likely prove to be difficult foes once again following our 2-1 defeat to United back in August and their impressive form throughout the campaign saw them finish second in the League Phase.
So, who would claim bragging rights in the latest derby day and as a result qualify for the showpiece?
CITY+ subscribers can find out via the full-match replay above...
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