Manchester City Vs Southampton – Manchester City will aim to reclaim the top spot in the Premier League as they host a struggling Southampton at the Etihad Stadium this Saturday afternoon.
The fixture marks their first meeting since April 2023, when Erling Haaland netted twice in a 4-1 victory at St Mary’s.
Southampton has been facing a difficult season, 19th position with 1 point; and City, 2nd position behind Liverpool with just 1 point difference will be eager to capitalize on their opponent’s struggles.
Fans can expect an exciting match as Pep Guardiola’s side looks to dominate and build momentum in the title race.
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Match Preview – Manchester City Vs Southampton (26 Oct 2024, 3:00 PM WAT)
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Key Team News
Manchester City
Manchester City will be without several key players for their upcoming match, as Jack Grealish (knock) and Jeremy Doku (muscle strain) are the latest to join a lengthy injury list that already includes Rodri (ACL), Oscar Bobb (leg fracture), Kevin De Bruyne (groin), and Kyle Walker (knee).
With his squad reduced to its bare minimum, Pep Guardiola has limited options and will be unable to rotate heavily for Saturday’s game.
However, a few first-team regulars are expected to return to the starting lineup, including goalkeeper Ederson, defender Josko Gvardiol, and midfielder Mateo Kovacic.
Matheus Nunes, who impressed midweek with a goal and two assists, could earn another start, potentially filling in on the left flank.
Savinho is likely to feature on the right wing, while Phil Foden and Bernardo Silva are expected to take up advanced midfield roles, supporting central striker Erling Haaland.
Southampton
For Southampton, key players like Ryan Fraser (suspended), Gavin Bazunu (Achilles), Ross Stewart (muscle), and William Smallbone (hamstring) are all unavailable, while there’s uncertainty over Yukinari Sugawara, who had to leave the pitch early against Leicester.
On the brighter side, Jack Stephens is back after serving a three-match suspension and could slot into central defense alongside Jan Bednarek and ex-Man City player Taylor Harwood-Bellis.
Joe Aribo is expected to partner Flynn Downes and Mateus Fernandes in midfield, while young talent Tyler Dibling should start up front, supporting Cameron Archer, who is in great form, having netted two Premier League goals in his last two matches.
Possible Lineups
Manchester City
Ederson (GK); Stones, Dias, Gvardiol; Lewis, Kovacic; Savinho, Bernardo, Foden, Nunes; Haaland
Southampton
Ramsdale (GK); Stephens, Bednarek, Harwood-Bellis; Walker-Peters, Aribo, Downes, Fernandes, Manning; Dibling, Archer
Head-to-Head – Manchester City Vs Southampton
Manchester City and Southampton have faced each other 20 times in total. Out of these encounters, City has emerged victorious in 14 matches, drawn 3, and suffered 3 defeats to Southampton. Here’s a quick look at their last 5 meetings.
- 08 Apr 2023 – Premier League
Southampton 1-4 Manchester City - 11 Jan 2023 – EFL Cup
Southampton 2-0 Manchester City - 08 Oct 2022 – Premier League
Manchester City 4-0 Southampton - 20 Mar 2022 – FA Cup
Southampton 1-4 Manchester City - 22 Jan 2022 – Premier League
Southampton 1-1 Manchester City
Current Form – Manchester City Vs Southampton
Manchester City
2 wins, 2 draws, and 2 wins in their last SIX matches.
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Southampton
2 loses, 1 draw and 3 loses in their last SIX matches.
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Where To Watch Manchester City Vs Southampton
You can watch Manchester City Vs Southampton on all these TV channels:
- Canal+ Sport 4
- StarTimes App
- SuperSport GOtv Football
- DStv Now
- SuperSport OTT 4
- Sporty TV
- SuperSport Blitz Africa
Predicted Winner – Manchester City Vs Southampton
Manchester City is heavily favored in this match, with a 50% chance of winning, while the other 50% suggests the game could end in a draw. Southampton, on the other hand, is seen as having virtually no chance of securing a victory.
