2024/25 Preview: Man City vs. Brentford – Who Will Win, Injury News, Predicted Lineups

In this exciting Premier League matchup, Manchester City will host Brentford at the Etihad Stadium. Man City, fresh off a dominant start to their season, will be looking to maintain their 100% record, while Brentford hopes to pull off another shock win, having defeated City in their last trip to the Etihad.

Manchester City Form & Team News

Man City has been in scintillating form this season, sitting top of the Premier League with a perfect record of three wins from three matches. Pep Guardiola’s side has scored 9 goals and conceded only 2 so far. Their form is reflected in a strong WWW streak in the league.

Erling Haaland has been a key contributor, leading the scoring charts with 7 goals already this season. Manchester City’s home record has been impeccable, as they’ve won their only home game in the league this season with a convincing 4-1 win.

The last time Manchester City lost at home was in December 2022, and coincidentally, that defeat came against Brentford. City will be eager to avoid a repeat of that result as they look to continue their dominance both home and away.

Injuries:

Man City vs Brentford Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):
Ederson; Gvardiol, Ruben Dias, Akanji, Lewis, Mateo Kovacic, Rodri, Kevin De Brunye; Jack Grealish, Erling Haaland, Bernado Silva

Brentford Form & Team News

Brentford comes into this game with a mixed record. They sit sixth in the Premier League, boasting a WLW form. Despite struggling on the road, where they rank 17th in the league after a 2-0 loss to Liverpool, Brentford has been exceptional at home, winning both of their home fixtures.

Brentford has scored 5 goals this season but conceded 4. They’ll be hoping to take advantage of Manchester City’s potential injury concerns and replicate their famous December 2022 victory.

Bryan Mbeumo has been crucial for Brentford, ranking third in the league for big chances created with 4. Additionally, Mark Flekken has been a standout in goal, ranking third for saves per match with an impressive average of 5.7.

Injuries:

Brentford vs. Man City Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):
Mark Flekken; Janlet, Ethan Pinnock, Collins, Ajer; Damsgaard, Jensen, Christian Norgaard, Bryan Mbeumo, Yoane Wissa, Kevin Schade

Head-to-Head Record

The teams have faced each other six times in total. Manchester City has won 4 of those encounters, while Brentford has claimed victory twice. There have been no draws between the sides. Notably, Brentford’s last win over City was in their most recent meeting at the Etihad.

Who Will Win?

Manchester City comes into this game as clear favorites, particularly with their excellent home form and dominant attacking play led by Erling Haaland. However, Brentford has proven they can upset City on their own turf, as seen in December 2022.

With Brentford’s solid performances at home this season, they might pose a threat, but their shaky away form could make it difficult for them to repeat last year’s shock.

Prediction: Manchester City 3-1 Brentford.

Man City’s attacking firepower will likely prove too much for Brentford, especially given their vulnerability away from home. However, Brentford has enough to get on the scoresheet.

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