The first Manchester derby of the season on September 10 at Old Trafford has taken on even greater significance since Jose Mourinho and Pep Guardiola renewed their rivalry in the Premier League.
With that fixture fast approaching after the international break, and both United and City on maximum points after a busy summer and two league games, Sportsmail assesses the early progress made under the two new coaches.
Jose Mourinho (left) and Pep Guardiola (right) will go head-to-head on September 10
Games played
Mourinho could hardly have wished for a smoother start at Old Trafford, with routine wins over Bournemouth and Southampton to kick off the new season.