The North West Derby returns to Old Trafford on Sunday, May 3, 2026, as Manchester United host Liverpool in a high-stakes Premier League clash. United (17-7-10, 61 points) look to extend their advantage over their fierce rivals after their 2-1 victory at Anfield on October 19, 2025. Liverpool (17-10-7, 58 points) trail by three points and need three points to protect their top-four position in this late-season showdown at the Theatre of Dreams.
Match Preview
Manchester United enter this fixture with momentum, sitting comfortably in third place ahead of their fierce rivals with Michael Carrick’s side having turned their season around dramatically since the new year. The Red Devils hold a psychological edge after defeating Liverpool earlier in the campaign, with goals from Bryan Mbeumo and Harry Maguire sealing a memorable 2-1 win at Anfield. Carrick’s side will be backed by a sold-out Old Trafford crowd.
Liverpool face a must-win scenario to protect their Champions League qualification place. Arne Slot’s Reds have struggled for consistency this season with 10 defeats already recorded, and despite sitting fourth, the gap to United means a defeat here could seriously damage their top-four security. The historical rivalry adds extra intensity — this derby never disappoints, and with both teams’ contrasting fortunes, expect fireworks at Old Trafford.
Betting markets favor the home side at +130, while Liverpool are priced at +180, reflecting United’s superior form and home advantage. The stakes couldn’t be higher for this iconic Premier League derby.
Kickoff Time
The match kicks off at 3:30pm BST (14:30 UTC) on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Old Trafford, Manchester.
- United States: 10:30am EDT / 7:30am PDT
- India: 8:00pm IST
- Australia: 12:30am AEST (Monday, May 4)
- Brazil: 11:30am BRT
- South Africa: 4:30pm SAST
- China: 10:30pm CST
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How to watch online & on TV
The Manchester United vs Liverpool derby will be broadcast across multiple continents through official Premier League partners. SuperSport holds extensive rights across Africa, broadcasting on SS Premier League, SS Maximo, and SS Maximo 2 channels, with DStv Now providing streaming access. French fans can watch on SuperSport channels, while Brazilian viewers have coverage through ESPN and OneFootball. Chinese audiences can stream via Migu, and Ukrainian fans have access through Megogo. Subscription fees apply for most streaming platforms.
| 🇫🇷 France | SS Maximo 2, SS Maximo, SS Premier League |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | OneFootball, ESPN |
| 🇨🇳 China | Migu |
| 🇿🇦 South Africa | SS Maximo 2, SS Maximo, DStv Now |
| 🇳🇬 Nigeria | SS Maximo 2, DStv Now, SS Maximo, SS Premier League |
| 🇦🇴 Angola | DStv Now, SS Maximo, SS Maximo 2, SS Premier League |
| 🇬🇭 Ghana | SS Premier League, SS Maximo, DStv Now, SS Maximo 2 |
| 🇸🇩 Sudan | SS Maximo, SS Maximo 2, DStv Now, SS Premier League |
| 🇸🇳 Senegal | SS Maximo 2, SS Premier League, DStv Now, SS Maximo |
| 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe | DStv Now, SS Premier League, SS Maximo 2, SS Maximo |
| 🇰🇪 Kenya | SS Maximo 2, DStv Now, SS Premier League, SS Maximo |
| 🇨🇲 Cameroon | DStv Now, SS Maximo, SS Maximo 2, SS Premier League |
| 🇪🇹 Ethiopia | SS Maximo 2, SS Premier League, SS Maximo, DStv Now |
| 🇷🇼 Rwanda | SS Premier League, SS Maximo 2, SS Maximo |
| 🇨🇮 Ivory Coast | SS Premier League, DStv Now, SS Maximo, SS Maximo 2 |
| 🇲🇱 Mali | SS Premier League, SS Maximo 2, DStv Now, SS Maximo |
| 🇿🇲 Zambia | SS Maximo, SS Maximo 2, SS Premier League |
| 🇲🇷 Mauritania | SS Maximo, SS Premier League, DStv Now, SS Maximo 2 |
| 🇳🇦 Namibia | DStv Now, SS Maximo, SS Maximo 2, SS Premier League |
| 🇧🇼 Botswana | DStv Now, SS Maximo 2, SS Premier League, SS Maximo |
| 🇹🇬 Togo | DStv Now, SS Premier League, SS Maximo, SS Maximo 2 |
| 🇲🇼 Malawi | SS Maximo 2, SS Premier League, SS Maximo, DStv Now |
| 🇧🇯 Benin | SS Premier League, SS Maximo, SS Maximo 2 |
| 🇬🇲 Gambia | DStv Now, SS Maximo, SS Premier League, SS Maximo 2 |
| 🇱🇸 Lesotho | SS Premier League, SS Maximo 2, SS Maximo, DStv Now |
| 🇺🇬 Uganda | SS Maximo 2, DStv Now, SS Maximo, SS Premier League |
| 🇬🇦 Gabon | SS Premier League, SS Maximo, SS Maximo 2, DStv Now |
| 🇧🇮 Burundi | DStv Now, SS Premier League, SS Maximo, SS Maximo 2 |
| 🇨🇩 DR Congo | DStv Now, SS Premier League, SS Maximo 2, SS Maximo |
| 🇧🇫 Burkina Faso | SS Maximo 2, SS Maximo, DStv Now, SS Premier League |
| 🇬🇳 Guinea | SS Maximo, SS Premier League, DStv Now, SS Maximo 2 |
| 🇨🇻 Cape Verde | SS Premier League, DStv Now, SS Maximo 2, SS Maximo |
| 🇨🇬 Republic of the Congo | SS Maximo 2, SS Premier League, DStv Now, SS Maximo |
| 🇳🇪 Niger | SS Premier League, DStv Now, SS Maximo 2, SS Maximo |
| 🇲🇬 Madagascar | SS Maximo, SS Maximo 2, DStv Now, SS Premier League |
| 🇨🇫 Central African Republic | SS Maximo 2, SS Premier League, SS Maximo |
| 🇸🇱 Sierra Leone | SS Premier League, SS Maximo, DStv Now, SS Maximo 2 |
| 🇲🇿 Mozambique | SS Maximo 2, SS Maximo, SS Premier League, DStv Now |
| 🇬🇼 Guinea-Bissau | DStv Now, SS Premier League, SS Maximo, SS Maximo 2 |
| 🇹🇿 Tanzania | SS Premier League, SS Maximo 2, DStv Now, SS Maximo |
| 🇬🇶 Equatorial Guinea | SS Maximo, DStv Now, SS Maximo 2, SS Premier League |
| 🇸🇿 Eswatini | SS Maximo 2, SS Maximo, DStv Now, SS Premier League |
| 🇰🇲 Comoros | SS Premier League, SS Maximo, SS Maximo 2 |
| 🇱🇷 Liberia | SS Maximo 2, SS Premier League, DStv Now, SS Maximo |
| 🇲🇺 Mauritius | SS Maximo 2, DStv Now, SS Premier League, SS Maximo |
| 🇹🇩 Chad | SS Maximo 2, SS Premier League, SS Maximo, DStv Now |
| 🇸🇹 São Tomé and Príncipe | SS Maximo 2, SS Premier League, SS Maximo |
| 🇸🇨 Seychelles | DStv Now, SS Maximo 2, SS Maximo, SS Premier League |
| 🇩🇯 Djibouti | SS Premier League, DStv Now, SS Maximo 2, SS Maximo |
| 🇪🇷 Eritrea | SS Maximo, DStv Now, SS Premier League, SS Maximo 2 |
| 🇸🇴 Somalia | SS Premier League, SS Maximo 2, SS Maximo |
| 🇺🇦 Ukraine | Setanta |
How to watch anywhere with VPN
A Virtual Private Network (VPN) allows you to bypass geographical restrictions and access streaming platforms from anywhere in the world. If you’re traveling abroad or live in a region without official broadcast rights, a VPN masks your IP address and makes it appear as though you’re browsing from a different country.
Follow these steps to watch the match:
- Subscribe to a reputable VPN service (NordVPN, ExpressVPN, or Surfshark are popular choices)
- Download and install the VPN app on your device (compatible with iOS, Android, Windows, Mac, and Smart TVs)
- Connect to a server in a country with broadcast rights (e.g., UK for Sky Sports, France for SuperSport, Brazil for ESPN)
- Log in to your streaming platform and enjoy the match as if you were physically located in that country
Most premium VPN services offer 30-day money-back guarantees, allowing you to test the service risk-free. Ensure your VPN connection is stable before kick-off to avoid buffering during critical moments of the derby.
How to watch at Sportsbooks
Many online sportsbooks offer live streaming of Premier League matches to registered customers with funded accounts. This provides a convenient way to watch the match while tracking live odds and placing in-play bets. Platforms like Bet365, Unibet, and 888sport frequently stream top-tier football fixtures.
Here’s how to access live streams through sportsbooks:
- Register an account with a licensed sportsbook that offers live streaming services
- Deposit funds into your account (minimum deposit requirements vary, typically £5-£10 or equivalent)
- Navigate to the live streaming section and look for the ‘Play’ or ‘Watch Live’ icon next to the Manchester United vs Liverpool fixture
- Ensure you meet eligibility requirements (some platforms require a bet placement or minimum account balance to access streams)
Check the sportsbook’s terms and conditions regarding streaming availability in your region. Geographical restrictions may apply based on licensing agreements. This option works seamlessly on desktop browsers, mobile apps, and tablets.
Don’t miss this explosive North West Derby at Old Trafford on May 3, 2026. Whether United complete the double or Liverpool stage a comeback, this fixture promises drama, passion, and Premier League quality at its finest. Stay tuned to TipsGG for post-match analysis, player ratings, and tactical breakdowns immediately after the final whistle.