All eyes will be on Manchester derby this Sunday as Manchester City host Manchester United at the Etihad in a Premier League encounter.
Both teams are struggling domestically with Manchester City dropping points over the weekend following a 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace. The city had just gotten back to winning ways after a rough period and managed to register a win after a 3-0 victory over Nottingham Forest. However, things didn’t go as expected as they dropped two extra points and they dropped to fourth on the log with 27 points, eight points behind leaders Liverpool who have a game in hand.
On the other hand, Manchester United are also struggling as they made it two games without a win in a row in the Premier League. After a 2-0 loss to Arsenal in the midweek, the Red Devils suffered another defeat at home to Forest as they suffered a 3-2 defeat.
These two teams meet again this Sunday with the pair aiming to claim bragging rights of the derby and three points up for grabs.
Team News
Manchester City
Rodri and Oscar Bobb continue to be on the sidelines through injuries while Mateo Kovacic is likely to return after making the bench in their 2-0 loss to Juventus.
Rico Lewis, who had a good game over the weekend is set to miss this home tie as he will be serving suspension after he was sent of in their 2-2 draw.
Manchester United
Ruben Amorim will be without Luke Shaw who is still nursing injury while Jonny Evans who has been on the sidelines whill be assessed before the weekend tie.
Recent Meetings
- 2024-08-10: Manchester City 1 – 1 Manchester Utd
- 2024-05-25: Manchester City 1 – 2 Manchester Utd
- 2024-03-03: Manchester City 3 – 1 Manchester Utd
- 2023-10-29: Manchester Utd 0 – 3 Manchester City
- 2023-06-03: Manchester City 2 – 1 Manchester Utd
Odds by BetWay
| Date and Time | Event Name | Winner Odds | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22-01-2025 22:00 | Tombense FC MG v Itabirito FC MG | 5.043.551.64 | Bet Now |
| 22-01-2025 22:00 | Tocantinopolis EC TO v Gremio Atletico Sampaio RR | N/A | Bet Now |
| 22-01-2025 22:30 | CA Penapolense SP v Uniao Barbarense | N/A | Bet Now |
| 22-01-2025 23:00 | Goiatuba EC GO v Anapolis FC GO | N/A | Bet Now |
| 22-01-2025 23:00 | AA Internacional Bebedouro SP v Gremio Osasco Audax EC SP | N/A | Bet Now |
| 22-01-2025 23:00 | AE Aracatuba v Gremio Desportivo SC SP | N/A | Bet Now |
| 22-01-2025 23:00 | Uniao EC MT v Uniao Atletica Carmolandense TO | N/A | Bet Now |
| 22-01-2025 23:00 | Aguia de Maraba FC PA v Independencia FC AC | N/A | Bet Now |
| 23-01-2025 00:00 | Operario FC MS v Luverdense EC MT | N/A | Bet Now |
| 23-01-2025 02:00 | Huehueteco Xinabajul v CSD Coban Imperial | N/A | Bet Now |
Manchester City Probable Line-Ups: Ederson; Walker, Dias, Simpson-Pusey, Gvardiol; De Bruyne, Kovacic; Silva, Foden, Nunes; Haaland
Manchester United’s possible starting lineup:
possible starting lineup: Onana; Mazraoui, De Ligt, Martinez; Diallo, Ugarte, Mainoo, Dalot; Fernandes, Garnacho; Hojlund
Verdict
Manchester City have had a mixed run of form in their last five Premier League matches, with their only defeat coming against rivals Manchester United. While they have struggled to consistently hit their best level, City’s quality and depth remain undeniable.
At home, they are a force to be reckoned with, and despite recent challenges, they will still enter the match as clear favourites. Given their dominance at the Etihad and the ability to bounce back under pressure, a win for City seems the most likely outcome.
Reason: City remain the favourites and the home advantage will play a huge role in this fixture.
Tip: Bet on Manchester City win
To bet on this match;
- Visit the official m.88bet.tz site
- Click on JOIN NOW at the top right side of the home page
- Enter the phone number you actively use in Tanzania (registered under your name) and create a unique password.
- Click on JOIN NOW.
- Within a few minutes, you will get an SMS on your registered phone number with a confirmation code.
- Activate the registration using the code and start using your account. It’s that simple!
Tip: Over 2.5
Reason
In the last eight matches involving Manchester City and Manchester United, at least three goals have been scored in seven of them, highlighting a strong trend of high-scoring encounters. With both teams boasting attacking firepower and a tendency to create chances, another match featuring over 2.5 goals seems highly likely.
Tip: GG/BTTS
Reason
In the last three matches across all competitions, both Manchester City and Manchester United have found the back of the net, including their most recent 1-1 draw. This trend of both teams scoring suggests a strong possibility for a “GG” (both teams to score) outcome in their upcoming clash.
Please note that odds are subject to change.
Betting Tips Today 👇
If you’re diving into the world of sports betting, specifically football, and looking to place well-informed wagers, you’ve landed in the right place. At Topbets, we specialize in offering expert football predictions, meticulously analyzing various matches to enhance your betting strategy.
Today’s football predictions include a variety of popular betting markets such as Betting Tips 1X2, Both Teams To Score, and Over 2.5 Predictions. Each prediction is carefully crafted, focusing on must-win teams and featuring both accumulator tips and safe bets like Over 1.5 goals.
Our highlighted fixtures are selected from top-tier matches, with favorites boldly indicated to guide your choices. Remember, all betting should be approached with caution and responsibility. Happy betting!
Betting Tips 1X2
- Valladolid v Valencia
- Zwolle v Willem II
- Bodrum v Sivasspor
- Mechelen v Royal Antwerp
- Derby v Portsmouth
Both Teams To Score Today
- Toulouse v Saint Etienne
- Kasimpasa v Eyuspor
- America v Monterrey
- Slaven v Gorica
- Almeria v Mirandes
Over 2.5 Predictions
- Freiburg v Wolfsburg
- Bastia v Guingamp
- Clermont v Rodez
- Pau v Ajaccio
- Troyes v Martigues
Today Accumulator
- Valladolid v Valencia 2X
- Zwolle v Willem II 1X
- Bodrum v Sivasspor
- Toulouse v Saint Etienne BTTS
- Kasimpasa v Eyuspor BTTS
Join our Telegram channel here
