Manchester City vs Sheffield United prediction and betting tips on December 30, 2023
On December 30, the match of the 20th round of the English Premier League will take place, in which the current champion of the country, Manchester City, will play against the last team in the standings, Sheffield United. The home team have slowed down a bit this season and facing such weak opponents could help them get back on the winning streak.
Manchester City
In the last round, the “citizens” played against Everton, which had gained momentum, and easily won with a score of 3:1.
After 18 rounds played, Manchester City is in fourth place in the standings and is five points behind leader Liverpool. At the same time, the “citizens” have a game in hand.
In the last five matches, Manchester City did not look too confident, gaining only two victories. The champion also has two draws and a defeat.
Sheffield United
In the last round, Sheffield United lost to their direct competitor for survival, Luton, and their position in the standings became even more deplorable. They are in last place and are already seven points behind the safety zone. Apparently, Sheffield United will start the new season in their usual Championship.
In their last five matches of the tournament, Sheffield United lost three times, won once and drew once.
Statistics and prediction for the match
The Citizens have not lost to Sheffield United for 9 matches in a row, while the Blades have not won on the road for 9 rounds.
In head-to-head matches, Manchester City has a 100% win rate and 10 goals scored against 1.
Here I expect a rout and will bet that City will win with a difference of at least 3 goals.
