Manchester City is healthy and means business. The Citizens have returned to the top of the EPL standings with five straight wins. Manchester City is now two points behind Liverpool for first place. The defending champions will want to feast on a Chelsea team that has been uneven at best this season.
Manchester City vs Chelsea Picks
- Pick: Over 3.5
People making a Manchester City vs Chelsea score prediction will see that the Blues have finally found their footing in the past two matches. Chelsea beat Crystal Palace last time and are hanging onto 10th place in the league standings. The Blues would like to move up, but have a challenging path ahead after struggling earlier in the season.
Man City vs Chelsea Odds
Team | Handicap | Moneyline | Total |
---|---|---|---|
Manchester City | -1½ -110 | -313 | O 3, 3½ -108 |
Chelsea | +1½ -110 | +735 | U 3, 3½ -112 |
Draw | +464 |
Manchester City vs Chelsea Information
Manchester City vs Chelsea
Location of the game: Etihad Stadium, Manchester, England
Date & Time: Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024 12:30 p.m.
How to watch: NBC
Manchester City vs Chelsea Recent Scores
People making a Manchester City vs Chelsea score prediction will see that the last match between the two sides produced major fireworks. The two teams played to a 4-4 draw at Stamford Bridge. It was a shocking show of form for Chelsea.
Last Game Records
Manchester City
The Cityzens beat Copenhagen 3-1 in Champions League play earlier this week.
Chelsea
The Blues knocked off Crystal Palace 3-1.
Manchester City vs Chelsea Betting Preview
Manchester City is back in top form
The Cityzens have regained their spot at the top of the EPL rankings and have generally dominated, winning their last eight matches in all competitions. Cityzens’ attack has produced two or more goals in its past four matches. People looking to make a Manchester City vs Chelsea score prediction will see that the Manchester City had rough patches against Everton in their last EPL match.
However, Chelsea was able to lean on Erling Haaland to score both goals in a 2-0 win. Haaland, who recently returned after missing time due to injury, has a team-high 16 goals this season. Anyone who makes Premier League picks knows the Cityzens have plenty more on the attack. Julian Alvarez and Phil Foden have each contributed eight goals apiece for Manchester City.
Hard to know what to expect from Chelsea
Anyone making a Manchester City vs Chelsea score prediction will know that the Blues haven’t been in top form for much of the season. The Blues have picked up back-to-back wins in all competitions. Due to its large fanbase and payroll, Chelsea is likely to draw more scrutiny over its performance than many English Premier League teams.
The Blues have produced three goals in all competitions during their past two EPL matchups. Chelsea is led in scoring by Cole Palmer, who has contributed 10 goals and six assists. Nicolas Jackson is second on the team with seven goals.
The last two matches have been an excellent turnaround for Chelsea. The Blues had previously allowed four goals in losses to Wolves and Liverpool before rebounding with 3-1 wins over Aston Villa and Crystal Palace.
Odds Breakdown
Premier League odds show that Manchester City is -313 on the three-way moneyline. Chelsea is +735 to win in regulation, while the match is +464 to end in a draw. The over/under has been set at 3.5 goals.
Both teams to score is -127, while no is -104 according to BetUS.
Manchester City vs Chelsea Pick and Prediction
This should be a fun match. While Chelsea is in the middle of a disappointing season, the Blues have shown flashes of confidence here and there. While this match likely won’t produce eight goals like the last meeting, both teams should be bold enough to come forward frequently.
- Final Score Prediction: 3-1
- Pick: Over 3.5
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