The match between Manchester City and Chelsea approaches as the Premier League holds a significant showdown. This matchup, scheduled for Sat, Jan 25, 2025, 17:30 UTC.
The stage will deliver round 23 of premier league football at the Etihad Stadium while viewers expect to witness outstanding performances.
These two English football powerhouses maintain a lengthy tradition of fierce rivalry creating a crucial encounter between them at multiple levels beyond league position.
The upcoming game between Manchester City and Chelsea holds crucial value for spectators and viewers outside both clubs because it promises to determine title candidates versus top-four qualification competition.
Manchester City vs Chelsea Timeline and H2H
Manchester City and Chelsea have met each other on numerous occasions throughout different leagues. Currently, Manchester City rank 5th, while Chelsea hold 4th position.
The direct clash statistics show Manchester City won 25 times with Chelsea winning 12 games and both teams tying six times.
Manchester City possess odds at 2.00 winning alongside odds at 4.00 for a draw while Chelsea stands at 3.40 odds to win.
Manchester City vs Chelsea Last 5 Matches
Manchester City started their Premier League title defense by outrunning Chelsea through quality scoring by Erling Haaland and Mateo Kovacic in a tight contest for the 2-0 road victory at Stamford Bridge.
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Manchester City clinched their victory over Chelsea by four goals to two through Erling Haaland’s three-goal performance
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In the hot semi final encounter Manchester City pushed ahead with their goal to nil win which secured their place in the FA Cup final against Chelsea through Bernardo Silva’s late goal.
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Manchester City 1-1 Chelsea A late Rodri goal secured Manchester City’s 1-1 tie against Chelsea
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The dramatic match featured two Chelsea tie attempts among eight goals scored during their tumultuous clash with Man City
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Manchester City Recent Performance
22 Jan, 2025 – PSG 4 – 2 Manchester City
19 Jan, 2025 – Ipswich 0 – 6 Manchester City
14 Jan, 2025 – Brentford 2 – 2 Manchester City
11 Jan, 2025- Manchester City 8 – 0 Salford City
04 Jan, 2025 – Manchester City 4 -2 West Ham
Goal Scored (Conceded) 22/7
Chelsea Recent Performance
20 Jan, 2025 – Chelsea 3-1 Wolverhampton
14 Jan, 2025 – Chelsea 2-2 Bournemouth
11 Jan, 2025 – Chelsea 5-0 Morecambe
04 Jan, 2025 – Crystal Palace 1-1 Chelsea
30 Dec, 2024 – Ipswich 2-0 Chelsea
Goal Scored (Conceded) 11/6
Manchester City vs Chelsea Team News
Both teams come into this match in different states. Manchester City, in particular, Erling Haaland’s incredible goal-scoring form, which still makes headlines, and the return of Kevin De Bruyne from injury, which has increased their creativity, can be considered among their main highlights.
However, things are the opposite at Chelsea, most of the players have injury issues with them as they travel to face Manchester City in the Premier League on Saturday.
Even to Etihad Stadium, Chelsea remains in fear for the wellness of some of their top players.
Midfielder Enzo Fernandez together with Romeo Lavia sat out the match with Wolves on Monday, but Maresca indicated that it is possible for the Belgian’s injury to be worse.
Injury and Suspension Updates
Manchester City: Rodri (Cruciate ligament injury / Out for season), Nathan Ake (Muscle injury / Early February 2025), Oscar Bobb (Broken leg / Early February 2025).
Chelsea: The latest injury update by Thomas Tuchel for his team doesn’t convey a good impression as the injury list increased after Ben Chilwell contracted his first COVID-19 positive test.
Benoit Badiashile (Muscle injury / Early February 2025), Enzo Fernández (Knock / Doubtful), Gabriel Slonina (Finger injury / A few days), Romeo Lavia (Knock / Doubtful), Wesley Fofana (Hamstring injury / Mid May 2025).
The advantageous factor is that it would be extremely hard to manage them for the newly injured players when the team is in top form.
These absences could become the deciding factor in the match, particularly for Chelsea, who are trying to prevent City’s high-speed assault.
Chelsea Predicted Lineup
Manchester City Predicted Lineup
4-2-3-1 Probable Format
Ederson,Nunes,Akanji,Stones,Gvardiol,Kovacic,Silva,Foden,De Bruyne,Grealish,Haaland
Player Tactics
Manchester City and Chelsea have different football approaches to the game. Pep Guardiola made City’s primary style consist of keeping the ball for long periods while delivering precise passes and scoring decisively.
They depend mostly on Kevin De Bruyne’s ability to see and create scoring chances for Haaland with Ruben Dias and his defensive teammates.
Under their current manager Chelsea uses their fast players Jadon Sancho and Nicolas Jackson
to gain ground quickly for attacks.
Erling Haaland vs. Reece James: A battle of strength, speed, and skill is going to be a highly anticipated one.
Kevin De Bruyne vs. Cole Palmer: This midfield duel features creativity and the ability to win the ball.
Josko Gvardiol vs. Nicolas Jackson: The contest between a bombing fullback and a speedy winger.
Where to Watch Manchester City vs Chelsea
The link to the match on Sky Sports and Sky Go is what the fans in the United Kingdom can use, and it will begin at 17:00. Additionally, Peacock will offer viewers worldwide a live broadcast as well.
Kickoff time will be Sat, Jan 25, 2025, 17:30 UTC. Besides, the game will be at an ideal time when all football fans around the world will join in to witness the game.
This game is available for live TV broadcast on NBC. Streaming options are available on Fubo, which offers a FREE trial to new subscribers.
This match can also be streamed on Universo NOW, Telemundo Deportes En Vivo, NBC app/site, Peacock.
