2) Hit United on the counter-attack
Manchester United like to have a lot of the ball and will dominate in terms of possession, trying to pass their way through City. Pellegrini must be smart here and try to take advantage of Louis van Gaal’s tactical approach – giving a strong midfielder like Yaya Toure a more defensive role perhaps, whilst making the most of Jesus Navas’ pace on the flanks to hit back at United quickly – with defence hardly the Red Devils’ strong point this season if left exposed by bodies moving forward.