Slovan Bratislava vs Manchester City Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

The hosts were thrashed 5-1 by Celtic in their UCL opener.

The matchday 2 of the UEFA Champions League (UCL) will take us to the capital city of Slovakia as Slovan Bratislava gear up to host Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City. It will be the Slovakian side’s first-ever Champions League home game and they will want to make it count. They come into this game on the back of three back-to-back wins in their league and a Champions League defeat to Celtic.

Manchester City on the other hand will be chasing their first win of the Champions League after failing to open their account against Inter. The Cityzens are expected to come out all guns blazing to compensate for the frustrating outing in their first game. Moreover, if City manage to stay unbeaten in this game, they will achieve the longest unbeaten run in Europe jointly held by Manchester United.

Kick Off

Wednesday, October 2, 12:30 AM IST

Venue: Tehelné Pole, Bratislava

Form

Slovan Bratislava (in all competitions): W-W-W-L-W

Manchester City (in all competitions): D-W-D-D-W

Players to watch 

Tigran Barseghyan (Slovan Bratislava)

The Armenian international has been a mainstay for the champions of Slovakia. He is one of the most important players for the Slovakian side and is their highest goalscorer this season. With seven goals and two assists, Barseghyan is the biggest attacking threat possessed by Slovan Bratislava. His versatility, ability to take on defenders and consistency make him an important asset for his side. 

Ilkay Gundogan (Manchester City)

The German lynchpin will have the task of unlocking Slovan Bratislava’s backline and creating mouth-watering chances for his teammates. Gundogan is known for his line-breaking passes, playmaking skills and impactful performances on the pitch. Moreover, with Rodri and Kevin De Bruyne out of action, the onus will be on Gundogan to keep things subtle in the middle of the park. 

Match facts

• This will be the first-ever clash between the two sides
• It is Slovan Bratislava’s first-ever Champions League home fixture
• City are unbeaten in their last 11 Champions League away games

Slovan Bratislava vs Manchester City: Betting tips and Odds

• Tip 1: Manchester City to win – 1/12 with Betfair
• Tip 2: Erling Haaland to score anytime – 4/11 by Bet365
• Tip 3: City to win to nil – 1/2 by BetGoodwin

Injury & Team News

Slovan Bratislava are expected to have a fully fit squad available for selection.

Man City will miss Rodri, De Bruyne, Oscar Bob and Nathan Ake.

Head-to-head

It will be the first clash between the two sides

Predicted Line-up 

Slovan Bratislava (4-2-3-1)

Dominik (GK); Cesar, Guram, Kevin, Jurij; Julius, Artur; Tigran Barseghyan, Marko, Weiss; David

Manchester City (4-2-3-1)

Ederson (GK); Walker, Dias, Akanji, Gavrdiol; Lewis, Kovacic; Silva, Gundogan, Grealish; Haaland

Prediction for Slovan Bratislava vs Manchester City

Manchester City are the clear favourites to win this game. Moreover, Slovan Bartislava’s poor record against English sides could also play a part. We expect the Cityzens to come away with a 3-0 win. 

Prediction: Slovan Bratislava 0-3 Manchester City

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