Wounded Manchester City will return to action in midweek as they visit Tottenham Hotspur at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in the English Premier League on Wednesday night, February 26, 2025. Africa Football editor Allan Damba looks into the upcoming clash.
Match Overview
Following their elimination from the UEFA Champions League last Wednesday at the hands of Real Madrid, Manchester City suffered more pain on Sunday, losing 2-0 to Liverpool at the Etihad Stadium, courtesy of goals from Mohamed Salah and Dominik Szoboszlai.
The weekend result left Pep Guardiola’s Citizens in fourth place with 44 points from 26 games. They now sit a massive 20 points behind leaders Liverpool, leaving them with almost no chance of retaining their title.
On the other hand, Tottenham secured a resounding 4-1 victory over relegation-threatened Ipswich Town away from home on Saturday, thanks to a Brennan Johnson brace and goals from Djed Spence and Dejan Kulusevski. The result left them 12th in the table with 33 points from 26 games.
Tottenham Recent Form Analysis
Ange Postecoglou’s team has suffered two defeats in their last five games across all competitions, winning three and drawing none. During that time, they have scored eight goals and conceded seven.
Last Five Games: 3 wins, 2 losses.
Latest Result: Ipswich 1-4 Tottenham Hotspur.
Manchester City Recent Form Analysis
In their last five matches across all competitions, Manchester City have suffered three defeats, winning two and drawing none. During this spell, the Citizens have scored nine goals while conceding the same amount. They have now lost eight times in the Premier League this season.
Last Five Games: 2 wins, 3 losses.
Latest Result: Manchester City 0-2 Liverpool.
Head-to-Head (Last Five Games)
- Manchester City 0-4 Tottenham
- Tottenham 2-1 Manchester City
- Tottenham 0-2 Manchester City
- Tottenham 0-1 Manchester City
- Manchester City 3-3 Tottenham
Our Prediction for Tottenham vs Manchester City
Clashes between Manchester City and Tottenham are often highly contested and entertaining, with plenty of goals. We expect both teams to go all out in search of maximum points. While both sides have been strong in attack, their defensive frailties have also been exposed.
Punters are advised to bet on Both Teams to Score (YES) with odds of 1.31 on 1xBet. Alternatively, a bet on Over 2.5 Goals with odds of 1.30 on 1xBet also holds great value.
Player to Watch
Pape Matar Sarr – The Senegalese midfielder has already made 38 appearances for Tottenham this season. While primarily operating as a defensive midfielder, he has contributed five goals and two assists. His high energy levels and ability to disrupt play will be crucial as Spurs take on the reigning champions this Wednesday.
Best Odds and Betting Tips
We’ve identified the following as the best tips for this match:
- Both Teams to Score (YES) – Odds: 1.31 (1xBet)
- Over 2.5 Goals – Odds: 1.30 (1xBet)
