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Internet desk: The 172nd Manchester derby in the Premier League season 2016/17 between undefeated powerhouse squads Manchester United (3 out of 3 wins, 9 points) and Manchester City (3 out of three wins, 9 points) is not only set for a nail-biting contest but a sensational thriller for many reasons at the Old Trafford tomorrow, as the two clubs rekindle their rivalry. The pulse-beating contest between two noisy neighbours, can reach its pinnacle as this time both the powerhouses have some phenomenal rivalries involved in it. Lets take a look at the possible battles which can give the Manchester derby a new height. Jose vs Pep: An immortal rivalry. 44 trophies between them is just a mere statistics. Both of them have won two UEFA Champions League titles each. The former colleagues at FC Barcelona have their rivalries rooted since they were in the La Liga hot seats of Real Madrid and FC Barcelona. The exchange of bantering quotes, the pride, the indomitable hunger of winning titles have feathered their rivalry to a new height. The battle will get rejuvenated in the Manchester Derby as both the managers will be shouldering the aspirations of two traditional rivals, a battle which divides a city in two colours. Zlatan vs Stones: The Swedish megastar is in rampaging form as he is promising to be a nightmare for all the teams in the Premier League. A spearhead who has the tag of scoring unbelievable goals in big matches. The bitter relationship he has with Pep Guardiola since his Barcelona days will certainly push his adrenaline in the historic derby. John Stones, the most expensive defender in the history of Premier League will have his acid test when he’ll have the uphill task of stopping the Swedish legend. The young British defender is known for his immaculate tackles and courage against quality oppositions. The youngster will be stimulated to see off this epic challenge. Nolito vs Bailly: The Spanish forward is in lethal form of late, made his presence felt the moment he got the challenge to show his class in his Premier League debut. The Spaniard will be bubbling with confidence as he has to showcase his worth as City won’t be having the service of Argentine superstar Sergio Aguero owing to suspension. Ivory Coast centre back Eric Bailly has already shown the reason why Mourinho was so much desperate to sign him for Man United. The centre back has already won the Manchester United Player of The Month award for his superb performance. As Aguero will be missing, Bailly has to stop the in-form Nolito to put a smile on the face of his boss. A tough challenge indeed but will be a classic one to watch for sure. Pogba vs De Bruyne: This battle would certainly seal the match in the winning team’s favour. Paul Pogba, the most expensive midfielder in the history of world football has the ability to snatch any game on his own. A born leader, the prodigal son of Man United will be due to deliver the unfinished job when he will take the pitch. The Frenchman has been in fine form as he assisted twice to beat mighty Italy in the last week in an international friendly. If he starts to control the midfield like he does, City will find it difficult to make a mark. Kevin De Bruyne has been the reason for the consistent dominance of Man City over all the teams since he joined them. A world class talent, a perfect game-maker who has not only the quality to create opportunities for his team mates to score but also the class of scoring amazing goals on his own. The Belgian star will be the cynosure of all the City fans as he will have his battle precisely with Paul Pogba to take the control of midfield. Rashford vs Iheanacho: Marcus Rashford, the most talented teen-age youngster of England without a doubt. The new darling of the United fans who can startle any opposition with some match-winning performances. The wonder-kid has impressed one and all, including Zlatan Ibrahimovic. The genuine match-winner from United will certainly be a headache for Pep Guardiola. Kelechi Iheanacho is the perfect reply of United’s Rashford. The Nigerian teenager is equally talented and scored some immensely important goals for City in recent times. Extremely quick with the ball and has the eye to score goals from absurd angles. The absence of Aguero can give an opportunity to the youngster to terrorise the United defence. The small battles, the rivalry, the passion, the glory- The first Manchester Derby of the season can be the clash of the arch rivals which the fans have waiting to see for long. The unprecedented football romanticism on the cards.