Manchester City vs Crystal Palace: Prediction, Odds, Lineups, Head-to-Head & Telecast

Date, Kick-off time, Venue

• Date: 16th December, 2023
• Kick-off time: 8:30 PM IST
• Venue: Etihad Stadium

Manchester City vs Crystal Palace Match Preview

The Defending Champions of the prestigious Premier League title, Manchester City are back in Premier League action on Saturday evening as they are set to host the Eagles, Crystal Palace at the Etihad Stadium after their comeback win against Luton Town in the Gameweek 16

Pep’s side have been suffering from a recent slump in form, drawing three consecutive games against Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham Hotspurs while losing to Unai Emery’s Aston Villa before their win against Luton in the previous game.

The goal-machine, Erling Haaland has also suffered a dip in form according to his standards, the Norwegian remains to be the current top-scorer of the League though with 14 goals in 16 games. He remains to be doubted though, as he did not join the squad on their trip to Kenilworth Road

Meanwhile, on the other hand, Roy Hodgson’s Crystal Palace faced a very tough defeat as they lost to current League leaders, Liverpool as they conceded a stoppage-time winner by Harvey Elliot at Selhurst Park. 

Predicted Score: Manchester City vs Crystal Palace (3-0)

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Manchester City vs Crystal Palace Where and How to Watch

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Manchester City vs Crystal Palace Team News 

Jeremy Doku and Kevin de Bruyne are on the injury list for the game against Palace. Although De Bruyne is back in training, he remains to be a doubt for the weekend fixture. City finally got a win to end a streak of four win-less away at Luton and would be looking forward to building on that in their quest to retain the Premier League trophy.

Crystal Palace have several injuries coming into the game. Goalkeeper Dean Henderson and players like Rob Holding, Tyrell Mitchell, Eberechi Eze, Cheick Oumar Doucoure, and Jesuran Rak-Sakyi remained sidelined for the game against City.

Manchester City vs Crystal Palace Prediction

Manchester City are clear favourites coming to this game and are expected to win this game pretty comfortably considering the flare power that they have got in their attack. Erling Haaland is also expected to break his goal drought, provided he is fit for the game, and over 2.5 goals are expected in the game.

Betting Tips and Odds

Betting tips

• Manchester City to win the game
• Over 2.5 goals in the Match.
• Julian Alvarez to score

Odds

• Manchester City Win – 1.20
• Crystal Palace Win – 18.00
• Draw – 8.00

Manchester City vs Crystal Palace Probable Line-ups

Manchester City Possible Starting XI:

• Goalkeeper: Ederson
• Defenders: K. Walker, R. Dias, N. Ake, J. Gvardiol
• Midfielders: Rodri, M. Kovacic, J. Grealish, P. Foden, B. Silva
• Forwards: J. Alvarez

Crystal Palace Possible Starting XI:

• Goalkeeper: S. Johnstone
• Defenders: N. Clyne, J. Andersen, M. Guehi, J. Ward
• Midfielders: C. Richards, J. Lerma, J. Ayew, W. Hughes, J. Schlupp
• Forwards: O. Edouard

Manchester City vs Crystal Palace Top Players to Watch Out for

Julian Alvarez 

Julian Alvarez has been a revelation for Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City this season. The Argentine youngster has been in brilliant form this season, getting more minutes since Kevin de Bruyne’s injury. Alvarez has formed a formidable duo with his Norwegian counterpart, Erling Haaland, and has gelled up pretty well with him.