There is still a huge challenge ahead for Pep Guardiola’s Man City, as the reigning Premier League champions are in danger of missing out on a Champions League spot in 2024-25.

City come into this round after suffering a 1-0 loss against Nottingham Forest last Saturday.

Brighton bring excellent recent form into this round of fixture after winning their last four matches. A victory at the Etihad would see the Seagulls move ahead of the champions in the league standings.

Odds

Match ResultOdds
Man City-148
Draw+350
Brighton+360

Brighton Chasing First EPL Double Over City

TotalMan CityBrightonDraws
Games171322
Premier League Games151221
Goals574413 

Brighton will be looking to secure a first-ever Premier League double over Man City this weekend after claiming a 2-1 success in the reverse fixture.

However, Man City have recorded wins in all seven of the previous matches between the sides in the competition at the Etihad.

Man City vs. Brighton Key Stats

  • Man City have failed to score in four matches this season; their most under Pep Guardiola since 2016-17.
  • Brighton have recorded five straight wins across all competitions, winning their last four in the top-flight.

Man City Team News

Nathan Ake, John Stones, and Manuel Akanji will all be missing for the champions this weekend. Rodri is also out until the start of next season.

Possible Lineup

Ederson (GK); M. Nunes, A. Khusanov, R. Dias, J. Gvardiol, N. Gonzalez, O. Marmoush, B. Silva, P. Foden, J. Doku, E. Haaland

Brighton Team News

Tariq Lamptey returns from suspension this weekend. Joel Veltman and Lewis Dunk could also be fit enough to feature. However, James Milner and Igor remain out.

Possible Lineup

B. Vebruggen (GK); J. Hinshelwood, J. van Hecke, A. Webster, P. Estupinan, C. Baleba, Y. Ayari, Y. Minteh, G. Rutter, K. Mitoma, J. Pedro

Man City vs. Brighton Picks

Brighton will be chasing club history this weekend, but their poor record at the Etihad is hard to overlook.

Man City were below their best against Nottingham Forest last Saturday, but their fine home record against the Seagulls could be enough for them to get back on track this weekend.

Pick
Man City (-148)
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