Manchester City - Sheffield Utd

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61'		2 - 0	Goal	J. Álvarez
14'		1 - 0	Goal	Rodri	P. Foden (Assist)

43'

M. Kovačić

Tripping

80'			In:	A. Brooks	Out:	B. Osborn
68'			In:	M. Kovačić	Out:	R. Lewis
68'			In:	K. Walker	Out:	Rúben Dias
67'			In:	W. Osula	Out:	C. Archer
67'			In:	A. Ben Slimane	Out:	R. Brewster
52'			In:	J. Grealish	Out:	O. Bobb

Manchester City - Sheffield Utd Predictions

Prediction: Manchester City

Best odds: 1.09

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As the Premier League action heats up, all eyes turn towards the Etihad Stadium where Manchester City is set to lock horns with Sheffield United on a chilly Saturday afternoon. With predictions pointing towards a clear favorite, the question on everyone's mind is whether the underdogs can defy the odds or if the home team will cement their dominance.

Key Players

Manchester City's defensive line boasts some formidable talent, with Nathan Benjamin Aké, who has been a rock at the back with a solid rating of 7.11. His ability to transition the ball from the back has been crucial, supported by his 545 total passes and 5 key passes. Alongside him, Manuel Obafemi Akanji stands tall with an even more impressive rating of 7.23, contributing to the team's attack with 2 goals from the defense.

In the midfield, Cole Jermaine Palmer has been a revelation, with a rating of 7.36. His 6 goals and 3 assists are a testament to his impact, not to mention his 22 key passes which have been vital in creating scoring opportunities for his team.

On the other side, Sheffield United's struggle for form is reflected in their key players' performances. Jayden Ian Bogle, a defender with a rating of 6.42, has managed to contribute 1 goal, but his side will need more from him to stand a chance against the might of City. Oliver Robert McBurnie, with a rating of 6.80, leads the attack and has netted 2 goals, but he'll need to find more consistency to trouble City's defense. Lastly, Oliver James Norwood, the midfielder rated at 6.85, must control the tempo and use his 658 total passes to disrupt City's rhythm.

Recent Form

Manchester City's recent form has been a mixed bag with two wins, two draws, and a loss in their last five games. However, playing at home where they remain undefeated, they will be confident in their ability to secure another victory.

Sheffield United, rooted to the bottom of the table, has struggled significantly. With three losses in their last five matches, including a recent defeat, their confidence is likely to be low as they face one of the league's toughest opponents.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record between these two sides doesn't paint a pretty picture for Sheffield United. In their last encounter on August 27, 2023, Manchester City edged out a 2-1 victory away from home. Prior to that, on April 22, 2023, City comfortably won 3-0 at the Etihad Stadium, showcasing their dominance in this fixture.

Prediction

Taking into account the recent form, head-to-head history, and the current standings, the prediction leans heavily in favor of Manchester City. They are not just fighting for three points but also for their spot in the Champions League places, currently sitting at 4th in the league with 34 points.

Sheffield United, on the other hand, is battling relegation, and with a -31 goal difference, it's hard to see them causing an upset. The predictions suggest a strong likelihood of a home win, with City having a 77.4% chance of taking the victory according to the data provided.

In conclusion, expect Manchester City to dominate proceedings and likely secure a comfortable win. Sheffield United will need to put up a defensive masterclass and hope to catch City on the break, but all signs point towards a City victory, with the home side potentially keeping a clean sheet in the process.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

67%

33%

Attacking Potential

71%

29%

Defensive Potential

50%

50%

Poisson Distribution

90%

10%

Stregth H2H

100%

0%

Goals H2H

89%

11%

Wins the game

73%

27%

Manchester City - Sheffield Utd Head to Head

30/12	Manchester City	2 - 0	Sheffield Utd
27/08	Sheffield Utd	1 - 2	Manchester City
22/04	Manchester City	3 - 0	Sheffield Utd

Premier League standings

Rank	Team	MP	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	Pts
1	Arsenal	31	22	5	4	75	24	51	71
2	Liverpool	31	21	8	2	72	30	42	71
3	Manchester City	31	21	7	3	71	31	40	70
4	Aston Villa	32	18	6	8	66	49	17	60
5	Tottenham	30	17	6	7	62	44	18	57
6	Manchester United	31	15	4	12	45	46	-1	49
7	West Ham	32	13	9	10	52	56	-4	48
8	Newcastle	31	14	5	12	65	52	13	47
9	Chelsea	29	12	7	10	53	50	3	43
10	Brighton	31	11	10	10	51	49	2	43
11	Wolves	31	12	6	13	44	49	-5	42
12	Bournemouth	31	11	8	12	45	55	-10	41
13	Fulham	32	11	6	15	47	51	-4	39
14	Crystal Palace	31	7	9	15	36	54	-18	30
15	Everton	31	9	8	14	32	42	-10	29
16	Brentford	32	7	8	17	45	58	-13	29
17	Nottingham Forest	31	7	8	16	39	53	-14	25
18	Luton	32	6	7	19	45	65	-20	25
19	Burnley	32	4	7	21	32	67	-35	19
20	Sheffield Utd	30	3	6	21	28	80	-52	15