Manchester City vs Brentford Prediction and Betting Tips | 14th September 2024

The Premier League is back in action with another set of matches this weekend as Brentford take on Pep Guardiola's Manchester City side in an important clash at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday. Both teams have been impressive over the past month and have a point to prove in this match.

Manchester City vs Brentford Preview

Brentford are in sixth place in the Premier League standings and have stepped up to the plate this season. The away side eased past Southampton by a comfortable 3-1 scoreline last week and will be confident ahead of this fixture.

Manchester City, on the other hand, are at the top of the league table and have been in exceptional form this season. The Cityzens eased past West Ham United by a comfortable 3-1 scoreline in their previous game and will look to achieve a similar result this weekend.

Manchester City vs Brentford Head-to-Head and Key Numbers

Manchester City have a good historical record against Brentford and have won 11 out of the 19 matches played between the two teams, as opposed to Brentford's seven victories.
Manchester City have won four of their last six matches against Brentford in the Premier League and have completed league doubles over them on two occasions in the last three years.
Brentford were the last team to secure a victory away from home against Manchester City in any competition when they defeated Pep Guardiola's side by a 2-1 scoreline in November 2022.
Manchester City have won all three of their Premier League matches this season and could begin a top-flight season with four consecutive victories for the ninth time in their history.

Manchester City vs Brentford Prediction

Manchester City have a formidable squad at their disposal and will be intent on defending their Premier League crown. Erling Haaland has been in sensational form this season and will look to add to his goal tally in this match.

Brentford have troubled Manchester City in the past but will be up against a difficult test on Saturday. Manchester City are the better team on paper and should be able to win this game.

Prediction: Manchester City 3-1 Brentford

Manchester City vs Brentford Betting Tips

Tip 1: Result - Manchester City to win

Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals - Yes

Tip 3: Manchester City to score first - Yes

Tip 4: Erling Haaland to score - Yes