Be ready for Manchester City vs Brentford at the Etihad Stadium
Manchester City will take on Brentford at the Etihad Stadium on Tuesday in a rescheduled Premier League fixture. This in-depth match preview provides everything you need to know including TV schedule, team news, match analysis, betting odds, and final score prediction.
Introduction
Manchester City and Brentford (Manchester City vs Brentford) are set for their second meeting in just over two weeks when they face off in Manchester on February 20th. This Premier League match was originally postponed due to City’s Club World Cup participation.
City will be aiming to continue their pursuit of league leaders Liverpool, while Brentford hope to cause an upset against the defending champions. With the title race heating up, the match takes on added significance.
Match Details
Teams: Manchester City vs Brentford
Date: Tuesday, February 20th
Time: 8:30 pm GMT
Stadium: Etihad Stadium
Broadcast: DAZN, Movistar+
Live Stream: DAZN streaming platform
Team News and Lineups
Manchester City
City are coming off a 1-1 home draw against Chelsea and will be looking to return to winning ways. Pep Guardiola’s side saw their long winning streak end but remain unbeaten at home across all competitions this season.
Kevin De Bruyne could return from injury in a boost for City. Top scorer Erling Haaland will lead the line looking to add to his 25 Premier League goals. Phil Foden and Riyad Mahrez provide creativity out wide.
Predicted Lineup: Ederson, Walker, Dias, Ake, Cancelo, Rodrigo, De Bruyne, Silva, Mahrez, Haaland, Foden
Brentford
The Bees have struggled for form recently, winning just 3 of their last 15 matches. However, they did secure a famous 2-1 win over City last season and will aim for a repeat.
Ivan Toney leads the attack looking to add to his 12 goals this season. Brentford are expected to line up in a 4-3-3 formation with Mbeumo and Wissa on the wings. Norgaard is a doubt in midfield.
Predicted Lineup: Raya, Ajer, Pinnock, Mee, Henry, Janelt, Baptiste, Jensen, Mbeumo, Toney, Wissa
Head-to-Head Record
Man City wins: 3
Brentford wins: 2
Draws: 0
Last meeting: Man City 3-1 Brentford
Match Analysis and Prediction
Key Points:
- Man City unbeaten at home this season across all competitions
- Brentford has lost 10 of the last 15 matches
- The city is third in the league with 53 points, Brentford 14th with 25
- Haaland has 25 goals for City, Toney 12 for Brentford
- De Bruyne’s return boosts City’s midfield
Prediction
Man City 3-1 Brentford
Man City will be determined to keep pace with Liverpool and should have too much quality at home. Expect Haaland and De Bruyne to lead them to a comfortable win over Brentford.
Betting Tips and Odds
Man City Win: 1.25
Draw: 6.5
Brentford Win: 12.0
Both Teams Score: 1.80
Over 2.5 Total Goals: 1.50
Stats provided by Betfair. Bet with the best Premier League odds and markets at Betfair.
Top Bets
- Man City to win by 2+ goals @ 1.53
- Haaland to score anytime @ 1.47
How to Watch Live Stream
UK Viewers
The match will be shown live on DAZN in the UK. Existing subscribers can stream on the DAZN website or app. New users can sign up for DAZN with a free one-month trial.
US Viewers
The game is not available on TV in the US but can be streamed on the NBC Sports app and website with the Premier League Pass subscription.
Canada Viewers
DAZN will show the match live for subscribers in Canada. Sign up for DAZN with a 30-day free trial.
Broadcast and streaming availability are subject to change. Geographic restrictions apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Manchester City’s top scorer this season?
Erling Haaland is Manchester City’s top scorer this season with 25 goals in the Premier League already.
What channel is the Man City vs Brentford match on?
The match will be shown live on DAZN in the UK. In the US, it can be streamed on NBC Sports with the Premier League Pass.
What time does the Manchester City vs Brentford match start?
The match kicks off at 8:30 pm GMT on Tuesday, February 20th at the Etihad Stadium.
Where can I get tickets to Manchester City vs Brentford?
Tickets are sold out for this Premier League match. You can check official resale sites for last-minute availability. Hospitality packages are another option.
What are the odds of a Manchester City win?
The odds for a Manchester City win are 1.25 according to Betfair. The odds for a Brentford win are set at 12.0.
Who are Manchester City’s key players?
Key players for Manchester City include Erling Haaland, Kevin De Bruyne, Phil Foden, Rodri, and Bernardo Silva.
Who will win between Manchester City and Brentford?
Manchester City are heavy favorites and predicted to win comfortably at home versus Brentford by a score of 3-1.
Disclaimer: Odds and predictions updated as of Feb 19th, 2024. This article is for entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as gambling advice. Please gamble responsibly.
Final Thoughts for Manchester City vs Brentford
Man City are heavy favorites but Brentford is capable of an upset having won at the Etihad last season. However, City’s dominant home form should power them to three valuable points in the title race. Back a comfortable win for the Citizens.
Enjoy the match and please gamble responsibly.
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