Manchester City vs Arsenal Prediction

On Sunday 22nd September 2024, we are treated to some outstanding Premier League action with arguably the biggest game of the season taking place.

The reigning Premier League champions host their biggest challengers as Manchester City host Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium. This in a game that could be a huge early boost to both sides title hopes come the end of the season. Three points here is more valuable than any other.

Manchester City vs Arsenal Key Stats: Both Teams On Fire

• Manchester City are unbeaten in their last 29 Premier League fixtures
• Arsenal are unbeaten in each of their last 7 games
• Man City have scored 11 goals in 5 games
• Arsenal have only conceded 1 goal in their last 5 matches

Manchester City vs Arsenal Team Previews, Form and Standout Players

Coming into this game both teams are in incredible form. Both expect to battle for the title once again come the end of the season.

This match will surely be seen as a valuable opportunity not just to collect more points towards said title charge but to potentially affect the other mentally ahead of the rest of the season. This game could be a title decider even this early into the campaign.

Manchester City Preview: Pep’s Unbeatables

Predicted Lineups - Ederson, Kyle Walker, Ruben Dias, Manuel Akanji, Josko Gvardiol, Mateo Kovacic, Rodri, Savinho, Bernardo Silva, Phil Foden, Erling Haaland

Manchester City have started this season exactly where they left off. Continuing to claim points and ultimately looking unstoppable.

Currently perched top of the table they are the only team with a 100% win record this season picking up 12 points from a possible 12. Not only this but they have scored more goals than any other team (11) and conceded the joint third least goals as well (3).

While the whole team has been incredible as always, Erling Haaland has stood out above the rest. So far he has nine goals in four games - including two hat tricks already this season. This adding to his already stacked goal collection while at the club. Will he beat his scoring record this season?

Arsenal Preview: Arteta’s Tricky Reds

Predicted Lineups - David Raya, Ben White, William Saliba, Gabriel, Jurrien Timber, Kai Havertz, Thomas Partey, Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Jesus, Leandro Trossard

Similarly to City, the Gunners have been flying this season as well. Currently sat second place they have picked up ten points from four games. Not only this but they remain unbeaten. Something they will surely be happy with.

Alongside this they have scored six goals already this year but it is their solid defence that has put them in good stead this season. They have conceded just one goal all season - no team has conceded fewer goals. An exceptional record.

And that good defensive record not only gives props to their defence but their number one David Raya as well. Raya has been incredible this season stopping everything that has come at him. He has kept four clean sheets in five games so far this season including two huge double saves in the Premier League against Aston Villa as well as in the UEFA Champions League most recently against Atalanta.

If anyone is to keep Man City out it will be Raya.

Head To Head Stats: Manchester City vs Arsenal: The Unstoppable Force Meets The Immovable Object

As mentioned so often in recent years it has been this game that has decided the Premier League title and this should be no different.

Overall though, these sides have played one another an incredible 211 times.

Arsenal have claimed the most wins in this fixture winning 100 times. This to Man City’s 65 wins. There have also been 46 draws in that time.

Despite this Arsenal have won just two of the last 11 games against Manchester City. This includes a run of eight games unbeaten for the Citizens between 2020 and 2023.

The most recent match ended in a 0-0 draw. What will happen in this game?

31st March 2024 - Manchester City 0-0 Arsenal - Premier League

8th October 2024 - Arsenal 1-0 Manchester City - Premier League

6th August 2023 - Arsenal 1-1 Manchester City (Arsenal win 4-1 on penalties) - FA Community Shield

26th April 2023 - Manchester City 4-1 Arsenal - Premier League

15th February 2023 - Arsenal 1-3 Manchester City - Premier League

Betting Tips For Manchester City vs Arsenal: Who Takes The Advantage?

This game is sure to be a closely contested fixture. Both teams will be keen to win however will surely be nervous about giving anything away. Especially when this fixture is happening so early into the season.

However the quality of Manchester City speaks for itself. The amount of goals they score will surely be too much for Arsenal to handle despite their excellent defensive record.

That is why our team of professional tipping experts are backing odds of 5/6 for a Manchester City Win in this game. £10 having the potential to return up to £18.33.

(Odds subject to change)

Final Prediction: Manchester City vs Arsenal

Manchester City 2-1 Arsenal

As mentioned, this game will be a close fixture. This considering how important it is for both teams.

However, Manchester City’s quality going forward, especially through Erling Haaland in particular, will surely be too much for Arsenal to handle.

Arsenal won’t go down without a fight though. They will provide a tough battle for the champions.