Manchester City vs Chelsea Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

The Cityzens are set to face the Blues at home.
Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City will be in action once again as they lock horns against Chelsea on January 25 in the English Premier League. Man City fell prey to Ligue 1 side PSG in their last match in the UEFA Champions League. After a lacklustre start to the season, Pep Guardiola’s men finally were looking to make a comeback in the Champions League but PSG had other plans.
However, Manchester City are looking good in the Premier League. Cityzens thrashed Ipswich Town 6-0 in their last Premier League encounter and will also be looking to secure three points over Chelsea. The Premier League 2024-25 match against Chelsea is going to be an important one for City as a win can help them enter the top four spot in the Premier League standings.
Chelsea will also be coming in after a win themselves. They played Wolves in the Premier League for the win. The Blues will be looking to continue their form.
Initially, they were looking as one of the contenders to lift the Premier League 2024-25 title but as of now, they are just trying to stay in the top four race. Chelsea might have a chance to secure three points but Pep Guardiola’s Man City will not be easy prey for the Blues.
Kick Off:
Saturday, January 25, 11:00 PM IST
Location: Etihad Stadium, Manchester, England
Form:
Manchester City: W-W-D-W-L
Chelsea: L-D-W-D-W
Players to Watch
Phil Foden (Manchester City)
The English winger has been one of the most consistent performers for Manchester City. Pep Guardiola clearly knows how to utilise Phil Foden in Man City’s attacking front. In his last couple of Premier League appearances, Phil Foden has two back-to-back braces and has helped Man City secure an easy win over Ipswich Town. But his other brace went in vain after Cityzens were held to a draw by Brentford.
Cole Palmer (Chelsea)
Cole Palmer has been a great addition to the Blues. Palmer is also the most consistent performer Chelsea have on their squad. He also bagged the England’s Men’s Player of the Year award for the 2023-24 season.
From controlling the midfield to scoring the goals, the player can change the wave of the match with his playmaking and goalscoring skills. Enzo Maresca does know how important Palmer is and will surely make use of his skills in the crucial Man City vs Chelsea game.
Match Facts
- Man City are unbeaten in their last seven Premier League games against Chelsea.
- Chelsea have only been able to secure a single clean sheet against the Cityzens in their last 16 Premier League away games.
- Chelsea last secured a win in a Premier League away game against Manchester City back in 2021.
Manchester City vs Chelsea: Betting Tips and Odds
- Man City to win @1/1 bet365
- Goals under 3.5 @4/5 bet365
- Phil Foden to score @7/1 Betfair Sportsbook
Injury and Team News
Manchester City might miss out on the services of Ruben Diaz after he faced discomfort in the UCL match against PSG. Cityzens are already without Ballon d’Or winner Rodri.
Chelsea are missing out on Wesley Fofana, Levi Colwill, Romeo Lavia and Enzo Fernandez due to injuries. There was a slight scare for the Blues when Cole Palmer faced an issue with his ankle but he will be fit to play against the Cityzens.
Head-to-Head
Total Matches: 63
Manchester City won: 28
Chelsea won: 27
Draws: 8
Predicted Lineup
Manchester City (4-2-3-1) Ederson (GK); Nunes, Akanji, Stones, Gvardiol; Silva, Kovacic; Foden, De Bruyne, Grealish; Haaland
Chelsea (4-2-3-1) Sanchez (GK); James, Adarabioyo, Chablobah, Cucurella; Sancho, Caicedo; Madueke, Palmer, Felix; Jackson
Match Prediction
It is going to be an entertaining contest where Manchester City will steal a win over the Blues at home. Looking at Chelsea’s previous outings at the Etihad Stadium, the Blues are most likely to fall against the Cityzens.
Prediction: Manchester City 2-1 Chelsea
Telecast
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