Manchester City vs Liverpool Premier League predictions: Tips, odds and team news
It will be a battle of the Premier League top two when Manchester City host Liverpool on Saturday at 12:30pm (UK time).
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Man City vs Liverpool odds
As we return from the November international break, there’s a bit of a familiar feel at the top of the Premier League table. Having dropped slightly following consecutive defeats, Man City are back on top with 10 points from their past four games. The defending champions beat Brighton, Manchester United and Bournemouth and only saw their winning run come to an end in a thrilling 4-4 draw with Chelsea. Although they led that game three times only to be pegged back, including via an injury-time penalty from former player Cole Palmer, the result moved Man City one point clear at the top of the table.
Before that game kicked off, Liverpool had drawn level on points with Man City (and Arsenal) as they extended an unbeaten run of their own. The Reds have only lost one league game this season, beaten 2-1 by Tottenham at the end of September. Since then, Liverpool have won three and drawn two of their last five games, only dropping points against Brighton and Luton. The Reds have beaten Everton, Nottingham Forest and Brentford, scoring eight goals without reply. It’s a really positive run for Liverpool, who are showing that last season was just a blip. And they’ll be hoping the international break didn’t stop their momentum.
Man City vs Liverpool predictions
Man City vs Liverpool: Predictions |
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| Bet | Prediction | BetMGM odds |
| BTTS? | Yes | 13/25 |
| Correct Score | Man City 2-1 Liverpool | 7/1 |
| First Goalscorer | Erling Haaland | 23/10 |
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The stats behind our Man City vs Liverpool predictions:
- Erling Haaland has scored City’s first goal in three of their last four matches (all comps).
- Man City have won their last 23 home games across all competitions.
- There have been just two clean sheets in the last 10 games between Man City and Liverpool.
- Liverpool are winless in three away from home, drawing two and losing one.
Man City vs Liverpool match tips
Over 10.5 corners @ 7/5 with BetMGM
After 12 games played, both Liverpool and Man City average 6.67 corners per match in the Premier League, with only Arsenal and Manchester United averaging more. Liverpool do concede slightly more corners, however, at 5.08 per game to 3.33.
Liverpool to win the second half @ 29/10 with BetMGM
Six of Liverpool’s last seven goals (all comps) have come in the second half of matches.
Man City vs Liverpool Bet-Builder tip
Man City to win, BTTS, Over 1.5 Erling Haaland shots on target, Over 0.5 Mohamed Salah shots on target
Erling Haaland is yet to score against Liverpool for Man City, with the Reds joining Brentford as one of just two sides he has failed to find the net against — having made Chelsea the 19th team. But, the Norwegian is still the most ferocious striker in the Premier League with 13 goals from 27 shots on target. No player is near Haaland for shots on target, but sitting second is Mohamed Salah on 17. Man City will also be hoping to keep their winning run at the Etihad across all competitions going, now with 23 consecutive victories. However, there have been just two clean sheets in the past 10 games between these two sides.
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Reason for tip
Man city have won their last 23 home games across all competitions.
Reason for tip
There have been just two clean sheets in the past 10 games between Man City and Liverpool.
Reason for tip
Erling Haaland has had 27 shots on target in the Premier League this season.
Reason for tip
Mohamed Salah has had 17 shots on target in the Premier League this season.
Man City vs Liverpool team news
Man City team news |
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| In | Out | Doubtful |
| – | Kevin De Bruyne, John Stones, Matheus Nunes, Mateo Kovacic | Erling Haaland, Ederson, Nathan Ake, Sergio Gomez |
Erling Haaland suffered an injury while on international duty with Norway but Man City are almost certain to have their star striker available for the visit of Liverpool. Ederson also picked up a knock in Man City’s draw with Chelsea and missed Brazil’s World Cup qualifying games, but they’ll be hoping he’s fine to feature here. Nathan Ake could also be involved, but John Stones, Kevin De Bruyne, Mateo Kovacic and Matheus Nunes are all out.
Liverpool team news |
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| In | Out | Doubtful |
| Alexis Mac Allister, Ryan Gravenberch | Thiago, Andrew Robertson, Joe Gomez, Ibrahima Konate, Stefan Bajcetic | Curtis Jones, Joe Gomez, Ibrahima Konate |
Joe Gomez and Ibrahima Konate missed the win over Brentford due to injury but there is optimism that they will be available. Curtis Jones could also return from injury, while Ryan Gravenberch is expected to be back. Stefan Bajcetic, Andrew Robertson and Thiago remain longer-term absentees. Alexis Mac Allister is available after suspension.
Man City vs Liverpool head-to-head record
- 1 April 2023 – Man City 4-1 Liverpool – Premier League
- 22 December 2022 – Man City 3-2 Liverpool – EFL Cup
- 16 October 2022 – Liverpool 1-0 Man City – Premier League
- 30 July 2022 – Liverpool 3-1 Man City – Community Shield
- 16 April 2022 – Man City 2-3 Liverpool – FA Cup
After losing three games in a row across three competitions, Man City have won their last two matches against Liverpool. Knocking the Reds out of the EFL Cup last season, Man City also claimed a 4-1 victory in the Premier League en route to the title.
