We suddenly have a Premier League title race again – and just when it’s getting hot, a Manchester derby arrives to seriously increase the temperature!
The Manchester derby promises to be a pivotal game in the race towards crowning a champion. Manchester City who are in a tight race against Liverpool cannot afford to lose any points. Join us in the action as we explore the best Premier League betting options.
MANCHESTER CITY VS MACNESTER UNITED: BETTING TIPS
MANCHESTER CITY
Premier League Form: W – L – W – W – D
Pep Guardiola said it when they sat 13 points clear – the title race is by no means over yet.
Although Manchester City are currently topping the charts in the Premier League with a six points game, they’ve got a game more than their closest rivals Liverpool. And, despite going on an impressive 17-game unbeaten run Manchester’s Blues are still unable to shake off Jurgen Klopp’s side.
In recent games, the flamboyant nature of City’s game has dissipated. Pep’s side recently scrapped a controversial win against Everton after losing to Tottenham 3-0 for the second time this season. Guardiola has eluded that although his side’s performances are great, sometimes results and certain moments in a game just don’t go your way and that is how football is.
The Spaniard also commented on the style of football that different teams employ when facing his side which limits the spaces making it very difficult to be creative and create chances. Despite recent form not being as one would expect, City still have more then enough talent within their squad to win their remaining games and clinch the third premier league title in four years.
In the reverse fixture, it was City that took all three points at Old Trafford as they comfortably won 2-0.
We’ve priced a 2-1 City win at 7/1 (8.00).
We are also offering City to win with a correct score of 2-0 at 6/1 (7.00).
You can also get Raheem Sterling to score anytime during the match at 3/2 (2.50).
If you think there will be goals in this one, you may want a piece of 2-2 at 16/1 (17.00).
Both teams to score is 6/7 (1.86) – and that same price as the hosts are to be ahead at half-time.
If you love an anytime scorer bet, check this out.
John Stones is 9/1(10.00) to score at any moment during the derby this weekend.
Jack Grealish has been quiet since making a bright start but did score on Wednesday at Peterborough in the FA Cup. He is 11/5 (3.20) to shine in the big game.
But will it be a damp squib on Sunday? It is 16/1 (17.00) to end goalless.
MANCHESTER UNITED
Premier League Form: D – W – W – D – D
Manchester United find themselves in fourth place having played more games than rivals Arsenal and Tottenham. Despite United being unbeaten in their last five outings in the league, recent draws against teams that are occupying the bottom half of the table have staggered their process and halted their push for a top-four spot.
In the 2020/21 season, United finished in second place behind City, whilst also doing the double against their noisy neighbours. With some notably great additions to their squad including the likes of Sancho, Varane and the return of Cristiano Ronaldo, one would expect the Red Devils to build on their previous campaign and push for the title, but in reality, United have fallen short of that expectation by a country mile.
One could easily argue that with the high-profile games coming up, it would be difficult for United to get themselves into a position that guarantees Champions League places come the end of the season.
However, United fans can point to a good record at the home of their huge rivals – and they are going to need all the help they can get. Their away record of late is decent and it’s no defeats on the road since November.
Despite the lack of stability within United’s team, you cannot rule out the possibility of a shock win at the Etihad as they previously did in the 2017-18 campaign. Winning at the Etihad could prove to be a pivotal moment in United’s bid to claim the fourth spot.
Cristiano Ronaldo is priced at 59/20 (3.95) to score anytime during the match.
You can back a 1-0 away United victory on Sunday at 10/1 (11.00).
We have a 2-0 success for the red half of Manchester priced at an attractive 45/1 (46.00).
If you think it will really be United’s day we are offering a stunning 3-0 win at 149/1 (150.00).
Marcus Rashford usually likes this fixture – he is a 5/1 (6.00) bet to score at any time.
So does Paul Pogba and you can get the French star at 10/1 (11.00) to find the net on Sunday.
MANCHESTER CITY VS MANCHESTER UNITED: PREMIER LEAGUE BETTING ODDS
Manchester City are the overwhelming favourites to take all three points as they are priced at 3/8 (1.38) to win, with Manchester United at 33/4 (9.25), and a draw valued at 8/2 (5.00).
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*Odds subject to change. Odds correct at time of publishing