Manchester City vs Manchester United: Power Ranking Biggest Stars on Pitch

Manchester City and Manchester United are preparing to battle it out with the Premier League title on the line, and the stars on both sides need to play at their highest levels in order for their team to come out on top.

Manchester United lead by three points in the Premier League, and a win by City would even things up with two games left to play.

This is the hottest ticket of the season, and all you fútbol fans are amped and ready for this epic match.

Here are your power rankings for the biggest stars on the pitch when these two powerhouses face off at Etihad Stadium on April 30, 2012.

1. Wayne Rooney, Manchester United

Rooney is the biggest stud on the pitch. He has the ability to light it up anytime, anywhere and under any circumstances. His 26 goals this season are good enough for second place in the Premier League, only two goals behind Arsenal's Robin Van Persie. 

Rooney has come on strong lately, too, scoring 16 goals in his last 14 appearances for United.

2. Joe Hart, Manchester City

Hart needs to continue his strong play in the net for the Blues if they have any hope of winning this crucial match. In 35 starts this year, Hart has only conceded 27 goals while making a whopping 93 saves.

He'll certainly have his hands full trying to stop Rooney in the upcoming clash.

3. Sergio Agüero, Manchester City

Agüero has been a scoring machine for the Blues this year, scoring 22 goals and assisting on seven.

Per the Guardian, there have been rumors circulating that he might be transferred to Real Madrid, but that won't stop him from focusing all his energy toward the goal of upsetting the mighty Red Devils in this upcoming game.

4. Antonio Valencia, Manchester United

Valencia has been a huge part of the recent upsurge for the Red Devils, and his strong play as a midfielder has spurred the team to a few wins.

He is the club's leading assist man, with 13 on the year, and Valencia will need to continue his stellar play in this upcoming match to secure the title for United.

5. Carlos Tévez, Manchester City

Since Mario Balotelli's stupidity cost him three games, Tévez has come in and played spectacularly in his absence. 

He is a strong, powerful player who will greatly assist Agüero as they attempt to outscore Rooney and the Red Devils.

Balotelli's ban has now been lifted, but Tévez will still play instead of him in this match. 

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