Manchester City vs Chelsea is always entertaining and thrilling for supporters of both sides and also for the neutrals, reigning champions, gear up to face off against Chelsea, as both teams will be looking to earn three points at the Etihad Stadium.
Manchester City led by the tactical genius of Pep Guardiola, will be looking to break their way back into the top four after a series pf bad results. Meanwhile, Chelsea, under the guidance of their new manager, Enzo Maresca will be seeking to cause an upset and also see his side finish in the top four.
Manchester City vs Chelsea
Recent form:
Manchester City’s form has been poor in over three months, their last game was a victory against relegation-threatened side, Ipswich Town but the story was not the same in the UEFA Champions League which saw them let a two-goal lead slip at PSG to lose 4-2, which put a hole in their hope of qualifying to the next round of the Champions League.
On the other hand, Chelsea failed to secure a win in their last five games in the league before they secured a victory against Wolves on Monday, January 20, 2025. but their five-game winless run heading into that match has all but ended their title hopes.
Head to Head
Chelsea are slightly ahead of Manchester City with just four wins ahead of the Cityzens.
Man City wins: 67
Draws: 41
Chelsea wins: 71
Team News:
Manchester City would be without Ruben Dias who picked up an injury against PSG in the UEFA Champions League.
Rodri, Oscar Bobb and Nathan Ake are all expected to miss out of the game.
New signings Omar Marmoush, Abdukodir Khusanov and Vitor Reis could be in line for their debuts, while John Stones is fit again.
Chelsea:
Enzo Fernandez and Levi Colwill could be available for selection having missed the win over Wolves.
There is no stated date for Benoit Badiashile and Wesley Fofana out for the foreseeable future. Romeo Lavia is set to be out for a few weeks. Renato Veiga is set to join Juventus on loan.
Date, Venue:
The game between Manchester City and Chelsea will be played on Saturday, January 25, 2025.
Prediction:
The game will be closely contested between both sides but we expect an upset by Chelsea. Chelsea to win 3-1
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