Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson is preparing for Saturday's showdown with Manchester City knowing that both managers are aware of what opposition team they will be facing. United entertain City at Old Trafford knowing victory would almost certainly end their neighbours' lingering Premier League title hopes, whilst a win for the light blue half of Manchester would keep them in the race.
"I have a good idea of their team, they have a good idea of ours," said Ferguson.
"There are no secrets today. Absolutely none. The video analysis gives you new detail in terms of preparation for games.
"When we come to analyse our opponents, we have a fair idea of who will play, and it is the same for them."
The hype around this fixture does not appear to contain the same fire, possibly due to the international fixtures in midweek, which have acted as a distraction.
"Maybe the internationals have not been a bad thing," he said.
"It has taken away a bit of focus from the game.
"As far as the clubs are concerned, it doesn't really matter how much hype there is. We have to perform on the pitch."
