What is the 'Manchester Derby'? Inside this week's historic soccer match in Houston

Wednesday, July 19, 2017
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- On Thursday, soccer mania will hit Houston as Manchester United and Manchester City face off in a historic battle known as the "Manchester Derby."

Manchester City players arrived in Houston on Tuesday for the big game at NRG Stadium.
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The match marks the first time the teams have played each other outside of England.

The "Manchester Derby" has taken place 173 times between the two clubs who boast a combined 24 English Premier League titles, including seven of the previous ten.
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