Chelsea VS Man City - Prediction

The last meeting between Chelsea and Manchester City saw a mouthwatering 4-4 draw. Fans voted it as the best match of the season. However, Chelsea and Manchester City are all set to face off against each other again. The Blues will take on the defending champions tomorrow at Stamford Bridge to start their mission in the Premier League's new season. While City boss Pep Guardiola is looking for a fifth successive league title, Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca is waiting for his debut in the Premier League with Chelsea. Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca worked under Pep Guardiola at Man City. However, these two managers will meet again tomorrow at Stamford Bridge. "Yeah, we are happy to see him again. I saw him a few weeks ago in the States and we are looking forward to seeing him again," said Pep Guardiola in the pre-match press conference.

Stats&Facts

• Chelsea will play against Man City for the first time in their opening week since 2006. Chelsea, at that season, won the Premier League title.
• Chelsea have not won any of their last six league games against Manchester City. The last time Chelsea beat Man City was back in 2021 at Etihad Stadium.
• Man City Are unbeaten in their Last nine games against Chelsea across all competitions since losing the Champions League final in 2021. it is their longest unbeaten run against the Blues.
• Chelsea Have earned more points than any other side From their opening game.
• Only Manchester United (21) won more opening games of the season than Chelsea (20).

Team News

Chelsea's only absentee is Reece James. The defender has missed Tons of matches due to his hamstring injury and has not recovered yet. As a result, Malo Gusto will likely To play in the right-back position. Romeo Lavia signed For Chelsea FC almost one year ago but could not play A single minute due to an injury. However, he has recovered and waiting for his debut for the Blues. As for Man City, Oscar Bobb will be out of the squad At least for four months with a fractured fibula. Midfielder Rodri will also miss Man City's opening game as he Picked up an injury in the Euro 2024. Phil Foden, Kyle Walker, and John Stones are still uncertain ahead of the match. Possible Lineup for Chelsea: Sanchez; Gusto, W. Fofana, Colwill, Cucurella; Fernandez, Lavia, Caicedo; Neto, Nkunku, Palmer Possible Lineup for Man City: Ederson; Lewis, Akanji, Dias, Gvardiol; Bernardo, Kovacic; Savinho, De Bruyne, Doku; Haaland

Prediction: Chelsea 1-2 Man City

The Chelsea VS Man City matches have always been Very interesting . As the home side, Chelsea will try to win the game. But Manchester City have more experienced players than Chelsea. With Haaland and De Bruyne in the squad, they are the favorite against the Blues.

Betfair Odds

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