LiontipsManchester City vs Southampton. Prediction and Betting Tips for 2022-23 English Premier League (October 8, 2022).
Command Analysis
Manchester City won the Premier League last season, but their pursuit for the Champions League title continues. In the new edition of the main European club tournament, the City team have collected maximum points so far. They comfortably top Group G after the first three games.
Pep Guardiola's men defeated Borussia Dortmund (2:1) before the international break, and this week they crushed Copenhagen (5:0). In the first eight games of the 2022-23 Premier League, the Sky-Blues scored 29 goals and earned 20 points. The are currently second, trailing Arsenal by 1 point. Last weekend, Man City beat Man United (6:3).
Stones, Phillips,andWalkerare sidelined through injuries.
Southampton were off to a good start in the League Cup - they defeated Cambridge United (3:0) in their first game, thus progressing to the third round of the competition. But they haven't been impressive in the Premier League so far.
In the first eight rounds of the competition, Ralph Hasenhuttl's men won twice and got one draw. With seven points to their name, the Saints are currently 16th in the standings. On average, they score one goal per game. After a victory over Chelsea (2:1), Southampton lost three games in a row.
The visitors will be without Laviaand Livramento.
Trends
СтавкаGoals in both halves - yes
In 3 of the last 4 head-to-head games, goals were scored in both halves.
СтавкаCorrect score 4:1
The hosts won 4 of the previous 5 games.
СтавкаYellow cards: total over 3
This bet played in 2 of the last 4 head-to-head games.
СтавкаCorners: total under 9.5
This bet played in 2 of the last 4 head-to-head games.
Tip and bets
The hosts are on top form and can use rotation without losing in quality, so the tight schedule doesn't affect them as much as it does their competitors. On top of that, they have home advantage this weekend - Southampton don't stand a chance.
Our prediction — Asian handicap (-3) to Manchester City
The visitors will probably park the bus and hope to hold Man City to a draw. But the Saints' defense won't be able to withhold the pressure from the likes of Erling Haaland. This should be an easy win for Guardiola's side.
Second bet — Manchester City to win by 3 goals
