Man City looking to rebound in derby

Stumbling champ faces daunting task against old enemy United

Scarred by a run of three games without victory, misfiring Premier League champion Manchester City will attempt to reassert its authority when it hosts derby rival Manchester United this weekend.

Having blown a two-goal lead to draw at CSKA Moscow in the Champions League, City fell six points behind league leader Chelsea after losing at West Ham United and was then knocked out of the League Cup by Newcastle United.