Match Preview: Manchester City vs Brentford - September 14, 2024

Look ahead to Manchester City's next Premier League clash with Brentford

Match Preview
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Match Details

Team Form and Standings

  • Manchester City: Currently ranked first in the Premier League. They have won 15 out of their last 20 games, scoring an average of 2.60 goals per game and keeping eight clean sheets. Their recent form includes four wins and one loss in their previous five matches.
  • Brentford: Positioned 13th in the league standings. They have won seven out of their last 20 games, with an average of 1.50 goals per game and five clean sheets. Brentford's recent head-to-head record against Manchester City shows two wins out of the last five matches.

Head-to-Head Record

  • Manchester City: four wins
  • Brentford: two wins

Key Players

  • Manchester City: Erling Haaland, is the competition's top scorer with 7 goals so far this season. The team has also been awarded the most penalties this season.
  • Brentford: Bryan Mbeumo, who leads the league in big chances created with 4. Goalkeeper Mark Flekken is ranked 3rd in saves per match, averaging 5.7 saves.

Match Predictions and Odds

  • Winning Probability: Manchester City has a 78.8% chance of winning, Brentford has a 7.7% chance, and there is a 13.4% chance of a draw 3.
  • Most Likely Scorelines:
    • Manchester City 2-0 Brentford: 11.3%
    • Manchester City 3-0 Brentford: 10.4%
    • Manchester City 2-1 Brentford: 8.6%
    • Draw 1-1: 5.74%
    • Brentford 1-2 Manchester City: 2.6%
    • Goals Expectation:
      • Manchester City: Over 0.5 goals - 94.65%, Over 1.5 goals - 78.97%
      • Brentford: Over 0.5 goals - 59.58%, Over 1.5 goals - 22.96%

      Additional Information

      • Broadcast: The match will be available on various TV channels, and live updates can be followed on platforms like Sofascore
      • Matchday: This fixture is part of Matchday 4 of the Premier League season

      Conclusion

      Manchester City is heavily favoured to win this match against Brentford, given their superior form, higher league standing, and strong head-to-head record. Key players like Erling Haaland and Bryan Mbeumo will be crucial for their respective teams. Fans can expect a competitive matchday with Manchester City likely to dominate based on current statistics and predictions.

      Man City vs. Brentford (Sep 14, 2024)