Manchester Metropolis, the reigning Premier League champions, welcome Feyenoord to the Etihad Stadium on Tuesday night for a vital Champions League group stage conflict.
The house facet are in dire want of a optimistic end result after a disastrous run of type, whereas the guests goal to proceed their respectable European marketing campaign.
Match Preview
Manchester Metropolis have been in full-blown disaster mode, struggling 5 consecutive defeats throughout all competitions. Their newest humiliation got here on Saturday as they have been annihilated 4-0 by Tottenham Hotspur at dwelling.
The Cityzens’ attacking talisman, Erling Haaland, has been uncharacteristically quiet throughout this poor run, whereas the likes of Jack Grealish and Kevin De Bruyne have didn’t encourage.
In distinction, Feyenoord have been having fun with a comparatively sturdy begin to the season.
The Dutch facet sit within the backside half of the Champions League group stage desk however have managed to select up six factors from their opening 4 matches.
Striker Santiago Gimenez and playmaker Chris-Kevin Nadje have been the standout performers for the Rotterdam outfit.
Manchester Metropolis’s autumn has been nothing wanting disastrous, with Pep Guardiola’s males dropping their final three Premier League matches.
The reigning champions now discover themselves tenth within the desk, a far cry from their regular lofty requirements.
Feyenoord, then again, have gained six of their final seven Eredivisie video games, together with a snug 3-0 victory over Heerenveen on Saturday.
Head-to-Head
The 2 sides have met solely as soon as earlier than within the Champions League, with Manchester Metropolis recording a 4-0 victory at De Kuip within the 2017-18 group stage. The Etihad encounter that season ended 1-0 in favor of the English champions.
Staff Information
Manchester Metropolis can be with out the injured trio of Rodri, Oscar Bobb, and Mateo Kovacic, whereas Ruben Dias can be anticipated to overlook out.
Feyenoord’s damage record is much more in depth, with key gamers reminiscent of Gimenez, Justin Bijlow, and Quinten Timber all uncertain for the journey to Manchester.
Predicted Beginning Line-ups
Manchester Metropolis: (4-2-3-1)
Ederson;
Walker, Akanji, Stones, Ake;
Nunes, Lewis;
Savinho, De Bruyne, Grealish;
Haaland
Feyenoord: (4-3-3)
Wellenreuther;
Nieuwkoop, Trauner, Hancko, Smal;
Hwang, Zerrouki, Milambo;
Moussa, Carranza, Paixao
Prediction
With Feyenoord’s prolonged damage record, this represents a superb alternative for Manchester Metropolis to drag themselves out of their rut.
The Etihad outfit ought to be capable of capitalize on the guests’ defensive vulnerabilities and safe a much-needed victory.
Nonetheless, the Residents’ current type suggests they could wrestle to supply a convincing efficiency, and the match might be nearer than anticipated.
- Rating Prediction: Manchester Metropolis 2-1 Feyenoord
Betting Ideas
– Manchester Metropolis to win
– Over 2.5 objectives : each groups have conceded objectives simply in current matches
– Erling Haaland to attain anytime: the Norwegian striker is due a aim after a quiet spell
