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Daniel Murphy

Referee confirmed for Manchester derby between Man United and Man City

Michael Oliver has been appointed as the referee for the upcoming Manchester derby this weekend.

Manchester United will travel across town to face neighbours Manchester City on Sunday and will be looking to return to winning ways once again after being held to a goalless draw by Watford on Saturday.

While United have over a week to prepare for the match, City must first contend with their FA Cup fourth-round tie against Championship side Peterborough United on Tuesday before their attentions turn to the derby.

City humbled their fierce rivals when the sides met at Old Trafford in November and should have won by far more than just two goals.

Oliver was the man in the middle that day and he will be again on Sunday after being assigned the match.

Simon Bennett and Scott Ledger will be the linesmen, Andy Madley the fourth official while Stuart Atwell will be the VAR official.

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