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Liverpool vs. Man City odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Liverpool vs. Man City odds and lines, with expert EPL picks, predictions and best bets.

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Liverpool (10 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss) welcomes Manchester City (7-2-3) to Anfield for a major English Premier League clash Sunday. Kickoff is set for 11 a.m. ET (USA Network / Telemundo). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s soccer odds around the Liverpool vs. Manchester City odds, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

Manchester City, which will be without the 2024 Ballon d’Or winner M Rodri (season-ending ACL surgery in the summer), has lost 5 of its last 6 games across all competitions, including a 2-1 EFL Cup loss to Tottenham and a 4-1 Champions League loss to Sporting CP. Its last EPL performance was a 4-0 defeat against Tottenham at home Nov. 23. City is led by F Erling Haaland, who has tallied 12 goals in 12 starts.

Liverpool, which sits atop the EPL by 6 points, is 5-0-1 at home this season. It has been on fire as of late, winning its last 6 across all competitions. Those include a 3-2 EFL Cup win over Brighton and a 2-0 Champions League win over Real Madrid. The Reds have outscored their opponents 11-2 in their last 4 games. They are led by F Mohamed Salah, who has netted 10 goals in 12 matches.

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Liverpool vs. Man City odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of soccer odds. Lines last updated at 6:20 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Liverpool +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Man City +220 (bet $100 to win $220) | Draw +260
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +125 | U: -175)

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Liverpool vs. Man City picks and predictions

Prediction

Liverpool 3, Man City 1

Moneyline (ML)

BET LIVERPOOL (+115).

Liverpool has made Anfield a fortress this season. In November, it played 2 home matches and won those by a combined score of 4-1. Liverpool’s defense has been the driving force, having yet to allow more than 1.5 expected goals in a game.

As for Man City, it is reeling. City has won 4 straight EPL titles, so the talent is there, but the Sky Blues have been outscored 8-2 in their last 3 league matches. They have been uncharacteristically beaten up on the road, having a 3-1-2 record, yet having fewer expected goals in 4 of those 6.

Expect the home side to come out on top here. BACK LIVERPOOL (+115).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (+125).

City is averaging 1.83 goals per game, so it has a strong offense and has scored in all but one EPL match. The Sky Blues’ recent issues have been defensive, having allowed at least 2 goals in 6 straight games and at least 3 in 3 of their last 4 across all competitions.

Liverpool has a dynamic attack as well, notching 2.00 goals per game, so the Reds should be able to break through often. They have scored at least 2 goals in 5 of 6 home matches.

Considering the strengths of the offenses, expect a plethora of goals and BACK OVER 3.5 (+125).

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FA Cup Final: Man City vs. Man United odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Man City vs. Man United odds and lines, with expert soccer picks, predictions and best bets.

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Man City and Man United battle in the FA Cup Final at Wembley Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is set for 10 a.m. ET. Below, we preview FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Man City vs. Man United odds, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

With the English Premier League over, all eyes will be on the FA Cup Final.

United finished 8th in the EPL but beat Liverpool, which finished 3rd, in the FA Cup quarterfinal 4-3 at home. United beat Coventry City 3-3 (4-2 in penalty kicks) in the semifinal on neutral ground. M Bruno Fernandes leads the team in FA Cup competition with 3 goals. He tallied a team-high 18 goals and assists throughout the EPL season.

Man City was red hot to end the EPL season and finished atop the table, winning the league for the 4th straight season. City won its last 9 straight league games, beating teams like Tottenham and Chelsea in that stretch. City had a tougher FA Cup run, beating Tottenham in the 4th round 1-0. City also beat Newcastle United 2-0 at home in the quarterfinals and Chelsea 1-0 on a neutral field in the semifinals.

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Man City vs. Man United odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 7:09 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Man City -350 (bet $350 to win $100) | Man United +750 (bet $100 to win $750) | Draw +470
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +102 | U: -142)

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Man City vs. Man United picks and predictions

Prediction

Man City 3, Man United 1

Moneyline (ML)

PASS.

There’s no real value on the moneyline. City has been dominant down the stretch, but more to the point, it dominated United for both EPL games during the season. City beat United 3-1 at home in March and 3-0 on the road in October.

However, at -350, it is just far too expensive and not a wise value to take the favorite here. Similarly, United isn’t worth a play even draw unfortunately. Avoid the moneyline.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (+102).

On the road against Man United during the EPL season, City ended with 4.0 expected goals. At home, it had 3.3 against Man United. United’s defense has had no ability to stop Man City.

United’s offense has been solid as well, putting up 1.50 goals per game during the season. It has scored in every FA Cup battle and went north of even 5.5 goals in 3 of their 5 games in the tournament.

United scored 5 goals in its last 2 EPL matches to close the season as well. City went Over this total in 4 of its last 6 games, scoring at least 4 in 3 of those. Expect a shootout and back OVER 3.5 (+102).

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Man City vs. West Ham odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Man City vs. West Ham odds and lines, with expert EPL picks, predictions and best bets.

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Man City (27 wins, 7 draws, 3 losses) welcomes West Ham (14-10-13) to Etihad Stadium Sunday. Kickoff in the final English Premier League weekend is set for 11 a.m. ET. Below, we preview FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Man City vs. West Ham odds, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

Man City has been absolutely on fire. City hasn’t lost an EPL game since Dec. 6, 2023, and has rattled off 8 straight wins, 5 of which were on the road. City has won all 8 by multiple goals as well. With a victory, it wins the EPL. Man City has 88 points, while Arsenal has 86. Arsenal is a -700 favorite vs. Everton Sunday. With a draw, Man City likely will finish 2nd. City is led in scoring by F Erling Haaland, who has tallied 27 goals in 30 matches.

City beat West Ham 3-1 on Sept. 16, 2023, their only head-to-head matchup of the season. However, West Ham is a capable side, sitting 9th in the league. It is led by F Jarrod Bowen, who has netted 16 goals in 34 matches. West Ham has had a few strong spurts in the season, one in which it went 6-1-1 through 8 games. However, West Ham is 1-1-3 over its last 5 matches. West Ham beat Luton Town 3-1 Saturday in its most recent battle.

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Man City vs. West Ham odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 4:50 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Man City -1150 (bet $1,150 to win $100) | West Ham +2000 (bet $100 to win $2,000) | Draw +1200
  • Over/Under: 4.5 (O: +112 | U: -136)

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Man City vs. West Ham picks and predictions

Prediction

Man City 3, West Ham 0

Moneyline (ML)

PASS.

City has a far superior team to just about every other EPL side, and it should, at home, be able to put this game away early. However, at -1150, there’s zero value in backing the home side.

Without a Champions League game in the future to aim for, it should have all its top talent on the pitch, and having throttled West Ham 3-1 on the road earlier in the season, expect an easy route for City, but avoid any moneyline play.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 4.5 (-136).

I would consider the Under at this total and the Under 3.5 (+166). Both are good options here but provide different risk preferences. Despite the juice, Under 4.5 (-136) is the better value.

West Ham’s offense hasn’t been as stable as expected. It has been held scoreless in 2 of its last 5 games and will be playing one of the best defenses in the EPL. It has had Under 1.0 expected goals in 3 of its last 5 games.

City has held its opponent scoreless in 4 of its last 5 games and have gone Under this total in 4 of its last 5 as well. City has scored 5 or more goals in just 4 games this season, so if its defense can hold up, it’s unlikely it will singlehandedly score enough to cover the total.

Back UNDER 4.5 (-136).

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Tottenham Hotspur vs. Man City odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Tottenham Hotspur vs. Man City odds and lines, with expert EPL picks, predictions and best bets.

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Tottenham Hotspur (19 wins, 6 draws, 11 losses) welcomes Man City (26-7-3) to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Tuesday. Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. ET. Below, we preview FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Tottenham Hotspur vs. Man City odds, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

The Spurs sit 5th in the English Premier League with 63 points, owning a 13-0-5 home record. They have struggled immensely as of late, losing 4 of their last 5. However, they did win 2-1 vs. Burnley at home Saturday for their 4th win in 5 home matches. Tottenham is led by F Son Heung-min, who has 17 goals on the season. It drew Man City 3-3 on the road in December.

Man City sits atop the EPL in terms of points per game. City has 85 points, while Arsenal is 1st with 86 points, but City has played 1 fewer game. Man City has a +58 goal differential, which is 3 worse than Arsenal. Having not lost since Dec. 6, 2023, City has been on fire, winning 7 straight games. All of those wins have come by more than 1 goal as well. F Erling Haaland leads City with 25 goals in 29 matches.

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Tottenham Hotspur vs. Man City odds

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  • Moneyline: Tottenham Hotspur +600 (bet $100 to win $600) | Man City -290 (bet $290 to win $100) | Draw +490
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: -130 | U: +108)

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Tottenham Hotspur vs. Man City picks and predictions

Prediction

Man City 2, Tottenham Hotspur 1

Moneyline (ML)

PASS.

City (-290) is just too hot right now to bet anything else, but it is too expensive at this moneyline price.

Given Tottenham’s strength at home, having had more expected goals than both Liverpool and Arsenal in its home matches, Tottenham (-600) it has some value both on the moneyline to win and draw (+490).

City has proven to be a step above every other team, especially in the last few months. However, a moneyline play isn’t worth the risk anyway one looks at it.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 3.5 (+108).

Tottenham put 3 goals on City the first time these teams met, but it ended with just 0.5 expected goals. City has one of the strongest defenses in the EPL, having allowed just 0.92 goals per game. It has had a clean sheet in 3 of its last 4 EPL matches and has allowed multiple goals in a game just once since Jan. 13.

Tottenham has gone Under this total in 5 of its last 9 games. Its defense has struggled often on the road, but against the combination of Liverpool and Arsenal, it allowed just 2.3 expected goals in those games. It should be able to bring the intensity to limit City to just a couple of goals.

Back UNDER 3.5 (+108).

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Fulham vs. Man City odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Fulham vs. Man City odds and lines, with expert EPL picks, predictions and best bets.

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Fulham (12 wins, 8 draws, 16 losses) welcomes Man City (25-7-3) to Craven Cottage Saturday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 a.m. ET. Below, we preview FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Fulham vs. Man City odds, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

Man City is chasing another Premier League title — it just needs to win its last 3 games. City has tallied 87 goals on the season and allowed 33 for a +54 goal differential, the 2nd-best in the EPL. City is coming off a 5-1 win over the Wolves Saturday. It has won 6 straight league games, 5 of which have ended with a more than 2-goal difference. City is 12-2-3 on the road this season.

Fulham, which finished 10th in the EPL a season ago, has been solid at home, having won 9 of 19 games. It is 9-2-7 at home. Fulham has tallied 51 goals on the year while allowing 55. It sits 13th on the table and has drawn 2 straight games, most recently drawing Brentford 0-0 on the road. Fulham is led by F Rodrigo Muniz, who has tallied 9 goals in 24 matches.

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Fulham vs. Man City odds

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  • Moneyline: Fulham +1400 (bet $100 to win $1,400) | Man City -600 (bet $600 to win $100) | Draw +600
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Fulham vs. Man City picks and predictions

Prediction

Man City 4, Fulham 1

Moneyline (ML)

PASS.

City (-600) is on a tear right now, and there’s no slowing it down. Without the Champions League final in the back of the players’ minds, there’s not much else other than the top spot in the league to play for.

Fulham lost to City 5-1 on the road earlier in the season. A similar match will likely be played out Saturday, and given the moneyline odds, there’s no value on any side.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (-110).

City has been on fire as of late, scoring with ease, and the Fulham defense likely won’t put up much of a fight. City has scored at least 4 in 5 of its last 6 games and has also given up a goal in 4 of those 6.

Fulham has topped this total in 3 of its last 7 and has scored at least once in 12 of its last 14 games. Fulham is averaging 1.42 goals per game, so it has a strong enough attack to break through as well.

Considering how well City has been attacking and the style of play Fulham reverts to, back OVER 3.5 (-110).

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Man City vs. Wolverhampton Wanderers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Man City vs. Wolverhampton Wanderers odds and lines, with expert EPL picks, predictions and best bets.

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Man City (24 wins, 7 draws, 3 losses) welcomes Wolverhampton (13-7-15) to Etihad Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is set for 12:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Man City vs. Wolverhampton odds, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

Man City sits 2nd in the EPL in terms of points with 79, but it sits atop the league in terms of points per game with 4 matches remaining. Arsenal has 80 points but only 3 games left.

Man City is coming off a 2-0 road win at Nottingham Forest last Sunday. City has won 5 straight league matches and has won 12 of 17 at home, drawing the other 5. City is led by F Erling Haaland, who has 21 goals in 27 matches.

The Wanderers are 5-4-8 on the road this season and have tallied 48 goals in 35 games, allowing 55. They have struggled as of late, losing 4 of their last 7 games and going 1-2-4 in that stretch. They’re coming off a 2-1 home win over Luton Town, snapping 2-game losing streak. F Matheus Cunha is their main offensive option, having a team-high 18 points with 11 goals and 7 assists.

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Man City vs. Wolverhampton odds

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  • Moneyline: Man City -1200 (bet $1,200 to win $100) | Wolverhampton +2700 (bet $100 to win $2,700) | Draw +1100
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: -126 | U: +104)

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Man City vs. Wolverhampton picks and predictions

Prediction

Man City 3, Wolverhampton 0

Moneyline (ML)

PASS.

There is no need to really consider anything on the moneyline. Wolverhampton (+2700) is rightfully a massive underdog, having played poorly over the last month.

However, the Wanderers did beat City 2-1 at home earlier in the season and have wins over Chelsea and Tottenham. They are good enough to pull off a draw, but considering City’s form, there’s no value in backing that either. AVOID the moneyline in this battle.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 3.5 (+104).

Wolverhampton has gone Under in 6 of its last 7 games. Despite having averaged 1.37 goals per game, the Wanderers have actually been held scoreless in 2 of their last 3, and they will be facing a top-tier defense as well.

While City lost 2-1 to Wolverhampton earlier in the season, that match ended with just 1.3 combined expected goals. City’s offense has been electric as of late, but it has still gone Under this total in 7 of its last 12 games.

With that in mind, back UNDER 3.5 (+104).

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Brighton vs. Man City odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Brighton vs. Man City odds and lines, with expert EPL picks, predictions and best bets.

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Brighton (11 wins, 11 draws, 10 losses) welcome Man City (22-7-3) to Falmer Stadium Thursday. Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. ET. Below, we preview FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Brighton vs. Man City odds, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

Brighton has been strong at home this season, winning or drawing in 13 of 15 matches, going 7-6-2. On the season, Brighton has tallied 52 goals for and 50 against. They are led in scoring by F Joao Pedro, who has notched 8 goals and 2 assists in 26 games. Brighton, which is 11th  in the EPL standings, has won just 1 of its last 7 matches and is 1-3-3 over that span. They are coming off a 1-1 road draw with Burnley.

City has had a chaotic last few weeks, having taken on Real Madrid twice in that span. With its home loss to Madrid on Wednesday, City was eliminated from the UEFA Champions League. They then beat Chelsea 1-0 in the FA Cup semifinals Saturday. City has played 7 games since March 31. They sit 3rd in the EPL in points, but atop the league in points per game. City is led by F Erling Haaland, who has tallied 20 goals in 26 matches.

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Brighton vs. Man City odds

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  • Moneyline: Brighton +650 (bet $100 to win $650) | Man City -270 (bet $270 to win $100) | Draw +420 (bet $100 to win $420)
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +118 | U: -144)

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Brighton vs. Man City picks and predictions

Prediction

Man City 3, Brighton 1

Moneyline (ML)

PASS.

City has dominated lesser-quality opponents. They haven’t lost or drawn to an opponent outside of the top 9 teams in the league since a 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace on Dec. 16, 2023.

City has continued to dominate the EPL because of their consistently, and they should again show that Thursday. At -270, there’s no value in backing the favorite from a betting perspective.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (+118).

City has tallied 13 goals in their last 3 EPL matches combined. They have gone north of even 4.5 combined goals in each of those matches, totaling 3.4 or more expected goals in 2 of the 3. City has scored 3 or more in 7 of their last 13 matches. They have a clean sheet in just 3 of those as well.

Brighton’s defense is going to allow chances, and they give up 1.50 goals per game already. Mix in the best attack in the league, and this game will be primed for goals. Brighton has a strong attack themselves and has tallied 14 goals in their last 10 matches. They have scored in all but 7 matches and should be able to get on the board.

Considering the strengths for both sides, back OVER 3.5 (+124).

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FA Cup: Man City vs. Chelsea odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Man City vs. Chelsea odds and lines, with expert soccer picks, predictions and best bets.

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Man City and Chelsea battle at Wembley Stadium in the semifinal of the FA Cup Saturday. Kickoff is set for 12:15 p.m. ET. Below, we preview FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Man City vs. Chelsea odds, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

While City, who sit atop the English Premier League, may have the statistical advantage, they are coming off a lengthy match against Real Madrid, playing 120 minutes and losing in penalty kicks Wednesday. City have played 7 games in the last 21 days. They are led by F Erling Haaland, who has 20 goals in 26 EPL matches but is a doubt for Saturday. City beat Newcastle 2-0 in the quarterfinals and Luton Town 6-2 in the 5th round to earn this appearance.

Chelsea beat Everton 6-0 Monday behind 4 goals from F Cole Palmer. Chelsea have won 2 of their last 4 games with the Blues drawing the other 2. They beat fellow EPL competitor Leeds United in the 5th round of the FA Cup 3-2 and then took down Leicester City 4-2 in the quarterfinals. Chelsea are led by Palmer, who has tallied 20 goals in 27 matches.

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Man City vs. Chelsea odds

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  • Moneyline: Man City -165 (bet $165 to win $100) | Chelsea +390 (bet $100 to win $390) | Draw +320
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +126 | U: -176)

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Man City vs. Chelsea picks and predictions

Prediction

Man City 1, Chelsea 1

Moneyline (ML)

SPRINKLE DRAW (+320).

This is a competition City should want to win, and they’ve shown that, starting F Phil Foden and Haaland in the quarterfinal. However, M Kevin De Bruyne, Foden and Haaland all gave a lengthy performance Wednesday and have been used frequently as of late. De Bruyne and Foden should be tired and may show that Saturday. City have drawn 2 of their last 5 EPL matches.

As for Chelsea, while they are a strong underdog, they have won 3 of their last 5 games and haven’t lost since a 1-0 defeat in the EFL Cup final against Liverpool. Chelsea have won or drawn 6 straight games, including a 4-3 home win over Man U April 4 and a 3-2 victory over Newcastle at Stamford Bridge March 11. Chelsea have played well enough lately to suggest they can keep this game close.

Back DRAW (+320).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET ALT TOTAL UNDER 2.5 GOALS (+134).

Man City and Chelsea have played twice in the English Premier League, and those games couldn’t have been much different. In the 1st, City and Chelsea drew 4-4, and in the 2nd, they drew 1-1. Against Newcastle in the quarterfinal matchup, City allowed just 1 shot on frame, while Chelsea allowed just 1 shot on frame in their quarterfinal battle as well.

City have allowed multiple goals in just 1 of their last 12 EPL games, so they have been able to consistently limit opponents. Expect more of that on both sides Saturday, and back UNDER 2.5 (+134).

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UEFA Champions League: Real Madrid vs. Man City odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Real Madrid vs. Man City odds and lines, with Champions League expert picks, predcitions and best bets.

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Real Madrid welcome Man City to Santiago Bernabeu Tuesday. Kickoff in the 1st of 2 legs in the quarterfinal of the UEFA Champions League is set for 3 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Real Madrid vs. Man City odds, and make our best Champions League bets, picks and predictions.

Real Madrid drew RB Leipzig of the Bundesliga in the Round of 16, beating them 1-0 on the road Feb. 13 and then 1-1 at home March 6. Madrid ended the Group Stage atop Group C and were 1 of 2 teams (Man City the other) to win all 6 games. They ended with a +9 goal differential, allowing just 7. Real Madrid sit atop the La Liga table.

Man City, who have played several high-profile games against the likes of Liverpool, Newcastle and Arsenal over the last month, beat Copenhagen 3-1 both on the road and at home in the Round of 16. City ended the group stage with 18 goals for and 7 against. They sit 3rd in the English Premier League, down just 1 point from league-leading Arsenal.

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Real Madrid vs. Man City odds

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  • Moneyline: Real Madrid +175 (bet $100 to win $175) | Man City +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | Draw +240
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -130 | U: +108)

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Real Madrid vs. Man City picks and predictions

Prediction

Man City 1, Real Madrid 1

Moneyline (ML)

SPRINKLE DRAW (+240).

Real Madrid have been winning with ease as of late, but they haven’t played the level of competition that City have. Madrid have drawn 2 of their last 5 games throughout all competitions, and they were within 0.2 expected goals of RB Leipzig in both matches.

City have drawn 2 of their last 5 games as well. Madrid are a quality side, and in City’s last 2 games against top-tier opponents, Liverpool and Arsenal, they drew. In the Champions League semifinal, Real and City drew 1-1 in Spain a season ago.

Considering those trends, back DRAW (+240).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (+108).

For starters, in that game last season in this scenario, both teams combined for 1.2 expected goals. That said, the Madrid defense is a gritty, quick group and allowed 7 goals through 6 Group Stage games. Madrid have allowed just 20 goals in 30 La Liga games as well.

As for City, they have allowed multiple goals in just 1 of their last 7 games. Liverpool and Arsenal, 2 dynamic attacks that have played City in the last month, scored a combined 1 goal on them.

Both teams have strong attacks as well, but in the 1st leg, there is typically more of a feel-out period which should aid the Under as teams know they have a 2nd chance at each other.

Take UNDER 2.5 (+108).

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Young Boys vs. Man City odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Young Boys vs. Man City odds and lines, with Champions League expert picks, predcitions and best bets.

Young Boys (0 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss) welcome Man City (2-0-0) to Wankdorf Stadium Wednesday. Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Young Boys vs. Man City odds, and make our best Champions League bets, picks and predictions.

Young Boys sit 2nd in the Swiss Super League, the top league in Switzerland. They are 6-3-1 in league play and 4-1-0 at home. Young Boys is averaging 2.00 goals per game while allowing 0.900. F Jean-Pierre Nsame is the main threat offensively, having scored 5 goals in 9 matches. In UEFA Champions League competition, they lost to RB Leipzig 3-1 at home and drew Red Star 2-2.

Man City sits 2nd in the Premier League, the top league in England. They have scored 19 goals and allowed 7 through 9 league matches, posting a 3-0-2 record on the road. City’s main scoring threat is F Erling Haaland, who has 9 goals in 9 matches. Through 2 match days, City beat RB Leipzig 3-1 on the road and Red Star 3-1 at home. City is coming off a 2-1 home win over Brighton Saturday.

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Young Boys vs. Man City odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Tuesday at 10:15 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Young Boys +1350 (bet $100 to win $1,350) | Man City -550 (bet $550 to win $100) | Draw +650 (bet $100 to win $650)
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +110 | U: -155)

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Young Boys vs. Man City picks and predictions

Prediction

Man City 3, Young Boys 1

Moneyline (ML)

PASS.

Man City is a far superior side, and they should come out on top with relative ease, as they did on the road against RB Leipzig and at home against Red Star.

However, at -550, there’s no value in betting the favorite to win outright. Considering the Young Boys have struggled against other group stage opponents, it is unlikely they pull off the upset and not worth the lofty return.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (+110).

Man City has scored 3 goals in both group stage matches thus far, and they have a combined 6.3 expected goals in those matches. They also conceded a goal in game too. Throughout all competitions, City has had 1 clean sheet in their last 10 games.

Young Boys have a competent offense, and at home, they should be able to produce a goal. Against weaker competition, they have given up 5 Champions League goals while scoring in both games.

Expect City to get several with ease as they have and the Young Boys to get on the board as well. Take OVER 3.5 (+110).

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