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RB Leipzig vs. Manchester City odds, expert picks and prediction

Analyzing Tuesday’s RB Leipzig vs. Manchester City odds and lines, with Champions League picks and predictions.

On Tuesday, Manchester City (4 wins, 1 loss, 0 draws) travels to Red Bull Arena Leipzig to take on RB Leipzig (1-3-1). Kickoff is scheduled for 12:45 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the RB Leipzig vs. Manchester City odds and lines, and make our best Champions League bets, picks and predictions.

We’re at the point in the Champions League group stage matches where teams are playing each other for a second time. Round 1 of these two teams was in London and ended 6-3 Man City.

This is the final group stage match for both teams. Leipzig, led by star French F Christopher Nkunku, sits 11th on the Bundesliga table. Nkunku leads the team with 6 goals on the season.

They’ve scored 13 and given up 13 in five games. As for City, they’ve scored 17 and gave up 8. City is atop the Premier League and are led by M Jack Grealish and M Kevin de Bruyne.

RB Leipzig vs. Manchester City: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:15 a.m. ET.

Money line: RB Leipzig +275 (bet $100 to win $275) | Manchester City -112 (bet $112 to win $100) | Draw +295
Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +133 | U: -170)

Prediction

Manchester City 3, RB Leipzig 2

Money line (ML)

BET on MANCHESTER CITY -112.

There’s no reason why a team like Man City, which has the depth and talent to play with a mid-tier Bundesliga team even when down a few players, can’t come out on top.

They already slaughtered Leipzig earlier on in UCL action, and with F Phil Foden and M İlkay Gündoğan both expected to be active, City should just have too much talent.

They’ve been scoring at will in UCL play, and Leipzig is giving up more than two goals per game.

Given Man City’s defense, the second-best in the EPL, I expect a strong showing from the roadside although they already have the top spot clinched.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the OVER 3.5 (+133). Last time these two teams met, the total ended at 9. While City should be resting some its key players, they’ll still have talent on the pitch.

With Leipzig needing this win, Nkunku will likely be playing all 90 minutes. This is a must-win game for them, and they should do their best to break down the City backline.

I’d wait to bet this game until you see who City plays as many of their stars should be active, even if they don’t see time. If players like Foden and Raheem Sterling start, I wouldn’t hesitate hitting the Over here.

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Aston Villa vs. Manchester City odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Wednesday’s Aston Villa vs. Manchester City odds and lines, with EPL picks and predictions.

On Wednesday afternoon, Manchester City (9 wins, 2 losses, 2 draws) travels to Villa Park to take on Aston Villa (5-7-1). Kickoff is scheduled for 3:15 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Aston Villa vs. Manchester City odds and lines, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

Manchester City is coming off a win Sunday over fourth-placed West Ham. City is currently sitting in 2nd place with 29 points, just one behind Chelsea.

City’s star midfielders Kevin de Bruyne and Jack Grealish and F Phil Foden are all doubtful to play Wednesday. The Citizens will again likely rely on F Raheem Sterling to produce.

Aston Villa has won two straight matches with victories over Brighton & Hove Albion and most recently a 2-1 defeat of Crystal Palace Saturday.

Villa will be without its leader F Danny Ings and is currently in 13th place with 18 goals scored and allowed 21 conceded.

Aston Villa vs. Manchester City: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:07 a.m. ET.

Money line: Aston Villa +700 (bet $100 to win $700) | Manchester City -260 (bet $260 to win $100) | Draw +400
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -140 | U: +112)

Prediction

Manchester City 2, Aston Villa 0

Money line (ML)

PASS.

While I wanted to “lean” to Manchester City (-260) the value just isn’t necessarily conducive to the risk being taken.

I do think BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE “NO” (-135) has some value, especially given how dominant Man City’s defense has been.

Considering one of the three players that lead Aston Villa’s attack (all tied with 3 goals) is out, City’s defense should be able to lock in on other threats.

City’s defense is one of just two to allow single-digit goals so far this season, having given up just 7 across its 13 matches. Betting against goals is the smarter move with Ings and two of Manchester’s key offensive-minded midfielders all sidelined.

Over/Under (O/U)

“LEAN” to the UNDER 2.5 (+112) as the better side of the total.

Behind Sterling and quality midfielder İlkay Gündoğan City should be able to get on the board, but it would be shocking to see them put up three or more goals without de Bruyne and Grealish in the lineup.

Combine that with Ings’ absence and a formidable City defense, and I would rather bet that both attacks struggle with City scoring a couple of times but not putting up 3 or more.

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Manchester City vs. West Ham odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Sunday’s Manchester City vs. West Ham odds and lines, with EPL picks and predictions.

On Sunday morning, West Ham (7 wins, 3 losses, 2 draws) will travel to Etihad Stadium to take on Manchester City (8-2-2). Kickoff is set for 9 a.m. ET. Below, we preview the Manchester City vs. West Ham odds and lines, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

Man City has, by far, the best midfield in the EPL and potentially the best in the world.

That’s what has driven its results so far this season. Man City is currently sitting in third place and is 3 points behind top-ranked Chelsea at the time of writing.

Man City’s mere six goals conceded has been huge as well. It ranks second in shots, third in goals scored, first in opponents goals scored and first in shots allowed per game (6.3).

West Ham, for its expectations at the beginning of the season, have almost been more impressive.

West Ham has scored 23 goals and allowed 14 in 12 games, sitting in 4th on the table. It allows the fifth-most shots per game which could be a problem for West Ham on Sunday.

Manchester City vs. West Ham: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 1:55 p.m. ET.

Money line: Manchester City -350 (bet $350 to win $100) | West Ham +850 (bet $100 to win $850) | Draw +490
Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +133 | U: -170)

Prediction

Manchester City 1, West Ham 1

Money line (ML)

PASS on the money line with a slight lean to a draw at +490. The reason behind the draw is simple — Man City is just missing too many key pieces.

Kevin de Bruyne, arguably the best midfielder in the world, is out. Jack Grealish, their expensive midfield transfer, is out. Phil Foden is doubtful. Ferran Torres is out. That’s just too many important names not playing.

That said, they have a deep and talented roster, with star M İlkay Gündoğan taking charge. With that in mind, I’d be hesitant to take the favorite’s money line.

In these type of instances, I like looking to BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE, but with Man City having the best defensive in the EPL, I wouldn’t suggest going there either.

The total should give some decent value plays though.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the ALTERNATE LINE UNDER 2.5 (+145) as City’s defense should be able to slow West Ham’s offense, and the missing players should make a strong impact for City’s attack.

Grealish and de Bruyne are more offensive-minded midfielders, and without them, City’s attack may struggle to get good opportunities.

With that in mind, these two played in the EFL Cup earlier in the season and the result was a 0-0 full-time draw with West Ham taking the match in penalties. That type of showing is what I again expect on Sunday.

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Manchester City vs. PSG odds, expert picks and prediction

Analyzing Wednesday’s Manchester City vs. PSG odds and lines, with Champions League picks and predictions.

In a Wednesday clash of two of the best clubs in the world, PSG will visit Etihad Stadium to take on Manchester City. Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Manchester City vs. PSG odds and lines, and make our best Champions League bets, picks and predictions.

While Manchester City is one of the most competitive teams in the EPL, they’ll be without two superstar midfields, Kevin de Bruyne and Jack Grealish, who are respectively listed as out and doubtful.

Behind goals from Rodri, Raheem Sterling and Bernardo Silva, City still defeated Everton in EPL action this past weekend. They lost 2-0 to PSG in the team’s first UCL match.

As for PSG, they’ll be down Sergio Ramos, listed as doubtful. M Julian Draxler is also listed as out. However, their world-class trio of Neymar, Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi are all active.

PSG is the clear top dog in Ligue 1, the French top league. Led that by trio, they’ll give one of the EPL’s best defenses some problems as they head to England on Wednesday.

Manchester City vs. PSG: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:00 a.m. ET.

Money line: Manchester City -180 (bet $180 to win $100) | PSG +440 (bet $100 to win $440) | Draw +360
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -190 | U: +145)

Prediction

Manchester City 1, PSG 1

Money line (ML)

PASS on the money line with a slight “lean” to a draw.

The attacking PSG trio is in and should be able to get by City at least once. Along those lines, there is some concern as to how City’s midfield will hold up without two of the best in the sport.

PSG held City scoreless in their first meeting, and City hasn’t given us much reason to believe in them in big-time games. Aside from their 2-0 loss earlier in UCL play, they drew Liverpool 2-2 and beat Chelsea 1-0 in EPL action.

With PSG nearing full strength and having had success against City before, I wouldn’t bet against a side that has the talent that they do. With that in mind, I may play a draw for a small unit if anything.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the UNDER 2.5 (+145) as the better side of the total. Given only two goals were scored last time these two faced off, the value is there for these odds.

City has given up 7 goals in 4 UCL games, but that goes down to just 5 in 3 without their previous loss to PSG. They’ve scored 15 but were held scoreless the first go around.

As for PSG, while their goals weren’t lucky, they may not get the same bounces this time around. Man City has allowed just 6 goals in 12 EPL games. Their backline, led by veteran Kyle Walker, is elite.

The PSG attacking trio hasn’t quite looked as good as many were expected either, so I would bet this game is more low scoring than high scoring.

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Manchester United vs. Manchester City odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s Manchester United vs. Manchester City odds and lines, with EPL picks and predictions.

To help commence a thrilling EPL Saturday, Manchester City (6 wins, 2 losses, 2 draws) will travel to take on Manchester United (5-3-2). Held at Old Trafford, the game will kick off at 8:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Manchester United vs. Manchester City odds and lines, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

Manchester United has been on a wild ride lately.

They lost 5-0 to Liverpool two weeks ago. Last Saturday they throttled Tottenham 3-0; then they drew Atalanta in the Champions League. The talent is there, but the consistency just hasn’t been.

Currently in fifth place in the EPL, Man U has scored 19 goals in 10 games, having allowed 15. They’re led by F Cristiano Ronaldo and will be without superstar M Paul Pogba, who is serving a suspension.

Man City, their bitter rival, has oddly been on a similar ride. Two weeks ago Saturday they defeated Brighton 4-1.

Last week they lost to Crystal Palace 2-0 and then in the midweek UCL match they defeated Club Brugge 5-1. Led by M Jack Grealish and M Kevin de Bruyne, Man City has the best midfield in the world.

They’re third on the table, five points behind Chelsea and two behind Liverpool. City has scored 20 and given up 6, the second-fewest goals against in the NFL.

Manchester United vs. Manchester City: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 6:30 a.m. ET.

Money line: Manchester United +350 (bet $100 to win $350) | Manchester City -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | Draw +320
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -165 | U: +130)

Prediction

Manchester City 2, Manchester United 0

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” to MANCHESTER CITY -140 as Man U hasn’t shown quality against top-tier opponents.

In the past few weeks, they’ve been demolished by Leicester City and Liverpool. While they took down Tottenham with ease, they also only had four shots on target.

Without Pogba, I think the United midfield will struggle to keep pace with City. Also, while United has had success, they didn’t score in their long matchup with a top-three EPL Defense.

Man City is just too talented.

Now, one bet I don’t hate, almost purely on Man City’s defense and historical trends, is ONE TEAM NOT TO SCORE, in Tipico as BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE then a NO (+120).

In four of the last five matches between these two teams, a side hasn’t scored. At plus money, it’s something to consider.

Over/Under (O/U)

“LEAN” to the UNDER 2.5 (+130) as the Man U defense should step up. After being destroyed by Liverpool, they regrouped and shut out a talented Tottenham side.

The total will largely depend on Man U’s defense as Man City is averaging 2 goals per game, and the United defense is always 1.5 per game. City should limited United as they’ve allowed 6 on the season.

Again, four of the last five have gone Under 2.5, and with the value placed on it, I think it’s worth a shot. Both offenses are surging, and City’s lack of a true 9 may come to life in a rivalry match.

Almost all numbers can be thrown out the door in a rivalry. These teams are going to get after it, and with top-tier teams in the EPL, usually, that means limited goals.

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Manchester City vs. Crystal Palace odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s Manchester City vs. Crystal Palace odds and lines, with EPL picks and predictions.

In an action-packed Saturday, Crystal Palace (1 win, 2 losses, 6 draws) will visit Manchester City (6-1-2). Kickoff from Etihad Stadium is scheduled for 10 a.m. ET. Below, we preview the Manchester City vs. Crystal Palace odds and lines, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

Man City comes into the match after losing in penalty kicks to West Ham in the EFL Cup on Wednesday.

The club easily has the best midfield in the EPL and defeated Brighton 4-1 in its most recent league action. City is riding a two-game win streak since a 2-2 draw with Liverpool.

Crystal Palace has struggled to get results but has managed to stay competitive in most matches. It has drawn four straight matches since losing to Liverpool 3-0 and enters as a heavy underdog on the road against a top-tier side.

Manchester City vs. Crystal Palace: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 3:45 p.m. ET.

Money line: Manchester City -650 (bet $650 to win $100) | Crystal Palace +1700 (bet $100 to win $1700) | Draw +700
Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +110 | U: -135)

Prediction

Manchester City 3, Crystal Palace 1

Money line (ML)

PASS on the money line. With a draw to the 16th place Southampton on its resume, Man City is not worth backing at -650. The chance that Crystal Palace can manage even a draw is also slim.

Usually I look to bet on both teams to score to find some type of value. That’s again where we’ll head, but only for a fraction of a unit.

Manchester City has allowed just 4 goals in nine games, 2 of which were to Liverpool. However, it has allowed its opponents on the board in 5 of their last 8 matches, including Champions League and Cup action.

While Palace is not a top-tier attacking side, I’ll back its attack – which has scored 13 goals in 9 games – to get one on the board. BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE (+122) has some value, but it’s a risky play.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the OVER 3.5 (+110) as Manchester City has one of the most dominant offenses in the EPL despite not having a true nine. It has been dominant behind Midfielders Jack Grealish and Kevin de Bruyne.

Add in winger Phil Foden who is giving them good minutes, and you have a lethal side that creates chances. It has notched 20 goals in 9 matches and is coming off a 4-1 slaughter of Brighton.

Crystal Palace has given up 14 goals in 9 games. It isn’t formidable defensively and Man City should be able to take advantage. This could be a high-scoring match with all the firepower for City.

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Brighton vs. Manchester City odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s Brighton vs. Manchester City odds and lines, with EPL picks and predictions.

To help commence an action-packed Saturday, Manchester City (5 wins, 1 loss, 2 draws) visit Brighton (4 wins, 1 draw, 3 losses). The match is slated to kick at 12:30 p.m. ET and will be held at Falmer Stadium. Below, we preview the Brighton vs. Manchester City odds and lines, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

Manchester City is going to come in as the heavy favorite. They most recently took down Club Brugge in the Champions League group stage match. They won that 5-1 over the Belgian league’s No. 2 ranked club.

In EPL action, they took down Burnley last with a win over Chelsea and a draw with Liverpool prior to that.

Currently, in 3rd on the table, Man City will be without just F Ferran Torres. Brighton, a club that has surprised many this season, ranks 4th on the table.

This would be a statement victory. They’ll take the pitch without F Danny Welbeck. Brighton’s defense has been its rock, allowing just 5 goals in 8 games.

Brighton vs. Manchester City: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 1:45 a.m. ET.

Money line: Brighton +670 (bet $100 to win $670) | Manchester City -240 (bet $240 to win $100) | Draw +370
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -125 | U: +100)

Prediction

Manchester City 2, Brighton 0

Money line (ML)

PASS on the money line as Man City has disappointed one too many times this season. Having lost to Tottenham to start the season then succumbing to just a draw against Southampton, betting Man City (-230) is just not worth it.

Brighton is a legit club, and they’re going to be ready on their home pitch. However, taking any side opposite Man City typically is bad value, especially given the star power in their midfield.

Now, there’s value in betting the “NO” for BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE (-145). Defense is both teams’ strength. Man City has given up 3 in 8 games. Brighton has given up 5 and scored just 8.

If there is a play, it’s that one team won’t score, and it’s entirely possible both struggles getting on the board.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the UNDER 2.5 (+100) as, by far, the best value in this match. While Brentford’s defense was exposed against a top-tier side, Brighton has yet to fold.

They’ve shown resilience against teams like Arsenal and Leicester City. With their combined scores having only topped 2 twice this season, Brighton should come in, at home, and be ready to stop a mighty Man City.

That said, Man City’s legs may be a little worn out as well, playing Tuesday and turning around for a Saturday match. Without a true 9 in their lineup, Man City may struggle to score, especially if M Jack Grealish and M Riyad Mahrez can’t get much from the outside.

Man City hasn’t scored more than two goals in an EPL game since August 28. Even if they get one or two on the board, their top-tier defense should also be able to limit a struggling Brighton attack.

All-in-all, the Under is the right play in this one.

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Club Brugge vs. Manchester City odds, expert picks and prediction

Analyzing Tuesday’s Club Brugge vs. Manchester City odds and lines, with Champions League picks and predictions.

In a Group A showdown, Manchester City (1 win, 1 loss, 0 draws) will travel to take on Club Brugge (1 win, 0 losses, 1 draw). The match is set to kick off at 3 p.m. ET and will be held at Jan Breydel Stadium. Below, we preview the Club Brugge vs. Manchester City odds and lines, and make our best Champions League bets, picks and predictions.

This is going to be an important game for Manchester City. The clear favorite will be down star F Ferran Torres. GK Ederson and F Jesus are also doubtful.

Missing those three will hurt their attack, but the Man City world-class midfield should lead the charge. M Jack Grealish and M Kevin de Bruyne should be active. Man City is third in the EPL after 8 games.

As for Club Brugge, D Éder Balanta is doubtful, but that’s their only player reportedly questionable. The club is ranked second in the Belgian Pro League.

Brugge drew PSG to kick off UCL action and beat RB Leipzig 2-1. As for Man City, they beat RB 6-3 and then lost to PSG 2-0.

Club Brugge vs. Manchester City: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:30 a.m. ET.

Money line: Club Brugge +900 (bet $100 to win $900) | Manchester City -370 (bet $370 to win $100) | Draw +520
Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +133 | U: -170)

Prediction

Manchester City 3, Club Brugge 1

Money line (ML)

PASS on the money line. Man City is great, but Brugge has shown a solid resilience with their draw with PSG.

For more than three-and-a-half times the price of a unit, I’d stay away, especially as Man City recently also has a draw against Southampton, a weaker EPL side. The value just isn’t there for the favorite.

What I would consider is betting BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE at -105. Man City has 6 goals in 2 UCL matches.

They had 17 shots but were shut out by PSG. As for Club Brugge, they score well over a goal per game in league play and have scored 3 in 2 games in UCL action.

Both teams have an elite attack with the ability to break through an opponent’s backline. Twenty-two-year-old F Noa Lang is being targeted by top-tier EPL clubs. He’s the real deal, and if he sees action, he could produce.

With Grealish, de Bruyne and many other greats on the opposing side, Man City should manage at least one, potentially many more as well.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the OVER 3.5 (+133) as Brugge is more like RB Leipzig than PSG. They’ve given up 13 goals in 11 games in the Belgian league.

Against an elite Man City attack spearheaded by their midfield and more than likely F Raheem Sterling up top, City should be able to score at will in this match. Brugge has a great attack, notching 20 goals in those 11 games.

Without Ederson and coming off a Saturday match against Burnley in which they gave up 7 shots to a weak Burnley, Man City could easily give up a goal or two as well.

At the money-back value, betting for many to be scored is worth the wager.

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Liverpool vs. Manchester City odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Sunday’s Liverpool vs. Manchester City odds and lines, with EPL picks and predictions.

In a duel of two EPL powerhouses, Manchester City (4 wins, 1 loss, 1 draw) travels to take on Liverpool (4-0-2) Sunday. The match will be held at Anfield with kickoff slated for 11:30 a.m. ET. Below, we preview Liverpool vs. Manchester City odds and lines, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

Both teams are coming off midweek Champions League matches. Liverpool crushed FC Porto while Manchester City lost a thriller to the Lionel Messi-led PSG.

Liverpool will be without key right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold Sunday. That means D Virgil van Dijk, arguably the best defender in the world, will have to play an even larger role.

As for Man City, its key issue is the lack of a true nine. F Raheem Sterling has played it some, but M Jack Grealish and M Kevin de Bruyne haven’t been able to serve as legitimate scoring threats.

Liverpool vs. Manchester City: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 2:12 p.m. ET.

Money line: Liverpool +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Manchester City +145 (bet $100 to win $145) | Draw +245
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -150 | U: +120)

Prediction

Liverpool 1, Manchester City 1

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” to the DRAW (+245) as the best play on the money line. Man City is the most balanced team in the EPL. It plays great out of the middle and is led out of the back by veteran D Kyle Walker.

Man City has the best midfield in the EPL which helps control the pace. While it has been exposed by Tottenham, Liverpool will play this game far differently than the Hotspur did.

Liverpool will push the pace with F Mohamed Salah and F Sadio Mané. Man City has given up just 1 goal this season and is coming off a 1-0 victory over Chelsea in EPL play last week.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the UNDER 2.5 (+120) as Man City’s defense has been that good.

Against Chelsea, Leicester City, and Arsenal, the club gave up zero goals. However, taking out Liverpool’s last match against Brentford, it had given up just 1 goal through five games.

Liverpool has played one top-tier side and drew Chelsea 1-1 with a red-card handball as the only goal.

Both have elite attacks, but the defenses have come out on top in recent matches.

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PSG vs. Manchester City odds, expert picks and prediction

Analyzing Tuesday’s PSG vs. Manchester City odds and lines, with UEFA Champions League expert picks and predictions.

In a massive midweek match, Manchester City (1 win, 0 losses, 0 draws) travels to take on PSG (0-0-1). The match is scheduled to kick off at 3 p.m. ET at Parc des Princes. Below, we preview the PSG vs. Manchester City odds and lines, and make our best Champions League bets, picks and predictions.

The addition of F Lionel Messi was supposed to give PSG one of the best attacking units to ever be put on the pitch but it has taken longer for the group to get acclimated than many assumed. PSG kicked off Group Stage action with a 1-1 draw against Club Brugge Sept. 15. It’ll need to play much better for a chance against Manchester City, a top-four EPL side.

Man City thrashed RB Leipzig 6-3 Sept. 15, despite hat trick from Leipzig F Christopher Nkunku. City is coming into Tuesday’s match off a thrilling 1-0 win over the previously undefeated Chelsea in EPL play.

PSG vs. Manchester City: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:15 a.m. ET.

Money line: PSG +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Manchester City +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Draw +245
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -135 | U: +110)

Prediction

Manchester City 1, PSG 1

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” to the DRAW (+245) as Manchester City has shown flaws this season.

A draw with Southampton and loss to Tottenham in the EPL still hang over City’s season performance.

PSG is arguably the most talented club Man City will face this season. With F Kylian Mbappe and F Neymar on deck, Paris St. Germain is undefeated in Ligue 1 action.

This is a battle of two European powerhouses, and it’s tough to tell the sides apart. With Man City not having a true nine and PSG only with elite attackers, this could easily end in a draw.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the UNDER 2.5 (+110) as Man City has the best defense in the EPL.

There are about six or seven top-tier teams in the world, and these are two of them. That said, while PSG can average 3 goals per game in league action, Man City has given up just 1 through six games.

I expect an attack as lethal as PSG’s to break through some, but it’d be shocking if it puts up numerous goals on Man City.

With D Kyle Walker and D John Stones anchoring the backline along with an outstanding possession-minded midfield, expect a low-scoring match.

With plus-money odds, I’d put a unit on the Man City defense holding up.

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