Manchester City vs Arsenal Prediction 22 Sep 2024

⚽ Premier League - Round 5 Preview

📅 22 Sep 2024

⏰ 16:30 GMT +1

🏟 Etihad Stadium (Manchester)

Manchester City and Arsenal face off in a highly anticipated match, which, while not decisive this early, could have major title implications. Last season, City edged out Arsenal by just two points to claim their fourth consecutive Premier League crown, underlining the importance of this clash. Their last meeting at the Etihad ended in a 0-0 draw, contributing to City’s 32-match unbeaten home league streak (W26, D6). Coming off a 2-1 comeback win against Brentford, City will look to extend their nine-match unbeaten home run against Arsenal (W7, D2).

While City’s recent form is solid, they were held to a 0-0 draw by Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League. However, Pep Guardiola has consistently gotten the better of his former assistant Mikel Arteta, winning seven of their nine Premier League encounters (W7, D1, L1). Guardiola also holds the record for most managerial wins against Arsenal, with 20 victories.

On the other hand, Arsenal, despite trailing City by two points after four matches (W3, D1), have had success against City recently, winning two of their three head-to-heads last season. Arsenal opened their UCL campaign with a 0-0 draw against Atalanta and will be keen to close the gap to City. They’ve remained unbeaten in their last 11 away league games (W10, D1) and could make history if they avoid trailing in this match.

Where to watch Manchester City vs Arsenal?

📺 Link to watch Manchester City vs Arsenal Live Stream on TV

📋Players to watch:

• Erling Haaland: The City striker is one goal away from reaching 100 for the club, with most of his nine league goals this season coming in the first half.
• Gabriel: Arsenal’s key defender scored the decisive goal in the North London derby and will look to keep Haaland at bay despite his poor record against City.

⚡️Match Facts:

• Manchester City are unbeaten in their last 32 home league matches.
• Arsenal have not trailed in their last 11 away Premier League games.
• Guardiola has won more matches against Arsenal (20) than any other club.

💡 Manchester City vs Arsenal Prediction

This match is likely to be closely contested, with both teams possessing strong defensive records. However, Manchester City’s home advantage and unbeaten run at the Etihad could give them the edge. Arsenal will be eager to avoid falling behind in the title race, but City’s firepower, especially from Haaland, may prove decisive. A narrow City win looks probable.

Manchester City vs Arsenal Betting Tips

• Manchester City to win
• Under 2.5 goals
• Erling Haaland to score anytime