Liverpool vs Man City Predictions, Betting Tips and Preview

Liverpool vs Manchester City predictions and betting tips for their Premier League fixture on Saturday 31st December at 5:30pm.

 

Venue: Anfield, Liverpool.

Kick-off time: 5.30pm, Saturday 31^st December 2016.

 

Liverpool welcome Manchester City this weekend in arguably one of the biggest fixtures of the season. Both sides come into the match on the back of three consecutive victories, with Liverpool coming from behind to win 4-1 in their latest match at Anfield against Stoke. Meanwhile, City recorded a 3-0 victory on the road at Hull to collect their latest three points.

Bet on Liverpool at 8/1 or Man City at 10/1 via this 888Sport link.

 

Jurgen Klopp’s side sit 2nd in the Premier League, with Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City just one point below them in 3rd, meaning victory over their opponents on Saturday would see them leapfrog The Reds.

 

Liverpool vs Manchester City Predictions

City have been excellent on their travels in the league so far and have picked up seven wins from a possible nine. However, Guardiola’s side have only faced one of the top five away from home, and that resulted in a 2-0 defeat against Tottenham Hotspur. Their other defeat came against reigning champions Leicester. City were brushed aside in the first half and ended up losing the match 4-2. Meanwhile, Liverpool have endured some high goalscoring matches on home turf this campaign and have been involved in 18 goals in their last four matches at Anfield. City have scored in their last six away matches in all competitions, however The Blues have conceded in four of those. This fixture certainly has goals in the making if recent performances are to go by; therefore, my first Liverpool vs Man City betting tip is going to be for both teams to score and over 2.5 goals at odds of 20/23 with Coral.

 

Liverpool’s home form has certainly been impressive this campaign as they have managed to pick up 20 points out of a possible 24 so far. In five of the eight wins at Anfield, Liverpool have conceded, and with the attacking prowess City possess, and with Aguero returning to the team, it would be a difficult ask to keep a clean sheet. Klopp’s side though are 2nd in the table for a reason, the Merseyside outfit have incredibly netted 45 goals in just 18 games this season, six more goals than any other team has managed. I feel that if any other side is capable of catching Chelsea, it’s Liverpool. The Reds beat the leaders earlier in the season, and they will need another big win against The Citizens this weekend to help keep in touch, and I think they will get it. My second Liverpool vs Man City prediction is going to be for Liverpool to win and both teams to score at 3/1 with bet365.

 

Anytime Goalscorer Tip

For my goalscorer tip, I am going for Roberto Firmino to score anytime. The Brazilian had a dry patch in front of goal, he had not scored in six before he bagged against Stoke in his latest fixture. I certainly feel Liverpool will get chances in this clash, especially with the defensive frailties Man City have, and with seven goals already this campaign, I think 23/10 is a decent price for Firmino to score anytime to complete my Liverpool vs Man City betting tips for New Year’s Eve. The best odds are 23/10 with Unibet.

 

Liverpool vs Manchester City Team News

Liverpool have no fresh injury concerns ahead of this huge fixture. Phillipe Coutinho is nearing a return but the Brazilian will not be ready for Saturday. Joel Matip is also a major doubt for Jurgen Klopp this weekend. Klavan and Lovern are expected to be the centre-back pairing for Liverpool. Meanwhile for Pep Guardiola, he had more defensive concerns as John Stones hobbled off in the victory against Hull and is a doubt for Saturday. City will receive a huge boost, though, as their top goalscorer Sergio Aguero returns from a four match suspension.

 

Liverpool vs Man City Head to Head Stats

In the last six meetings between the sides, Liverpool have only lost once and have won three. Last time these sides met at Anfield, Liverpool ran out 3-0 winners. Liverpool also beat Manchester City at The Etihad last campaign in an impressive 4-1 victory.

 

Liverpool vs Man City Betting Odds

The bookies have priced Liverpool up favourites for the fixture this weekend and if you feel they will win, as they did twice last campaign against City, they are best priced at 7/5 with Betfred. The draw is valued at around 13/5, while Guardiola’s side, who will leapfrog Liverpool with a win, are best valued at 41/20 with SportingBet. If you want to explore a different market, Sergio Aguero will be looking to come back with a bang following his suspension, and the Argentine is valued at 4/1 to score first.

 

Liverpool vs Manchester City Betting Tips:

Both teams to score and over 2.5 goals – 20/23 with Coral: open an account get a £20 free bet.

Liverpool to win and both teams to score – 3/1 with bet365: open an account get a £200 bonus.

Roberto Firmino to score anytime – 23/10 with Unibet: open an account get a £30 free bet.

 

25/1 Liverpool to Score a Goal

Open a new Coral account and bet £1 on the 25/1 offer for Liverpool to score a goal in this match. If they score you will get £25. If they fail to score you will get a £5 free bet added to your account. This looks like a banker and an easy £25 win.

 

How to get 25/1 for Liverpool to score a goal:

1. Click this link to Coral and open an account

2. Bet £1 on the 25/1 for Liverpool to score

3. If they score you get £25

4. If they don't score, you get a £5 free bet