In an enthralling Premier League fixture on the 3rd of April, Manchester City is set to face Aston Villa at the Etihad Stadium.
With both teams having their eyes on the prize for different reasons, let's dive into the odds and predictions for this match.
Team To Win
Manchester City, currently trailing behind Liverpool in the Premier League title race, aims to level points with the leaders.
The current odds heavily favour City, reflecting their determination and home advantage. The odds for a City win stand impressively at 77.52%, translating to betting odds as low as 4/15.
Villa, facing the absence of star forward Ollie Watkins, find themselves as underdogs with a mere 9.09% chance, with odds floating around 10/1.
Draw Odds
The possibility of a stalemate, which stands at 14.81%, cannot be ignored.
The tension and stakes could very well lead to a deadlock, with odds for a draw set at approximately 11/2.
Considering City's recent draw with Arsenal, a repeat scenario is not off the cards.
Cards
Aston Villa, known for their aggressive play, especially on the road, have accumulated a significant number of yellow cards this season.
The odds suggest a continuation of this trend, with Villa expected to receive over 2.5 cards at 19/20.
This aggressive strategy might be part of their plan to disrupt City's rhythm.
Goalscorer Odds
According to The Independent, certain apps price up Rodri at 5/1 to score any time against Villa.
They also note that the "safer approach for him" is to record one shot on target at 11/10.
Scoreline Odds
The match is predicted to be tightly contested, with Manchester City favoured to edge out Aston Villa by a one-goal margin, offered at 10/3 odds.
This reflects the anticipation of a close game, where City's quality might just be the deciding factor.
FAQs
What time does the match start? The match kicks off at 8:15 PM.
Where can I watch the game? The game will be broadcast on TNT Sports 1.
Will Ollie Watkins play? Ollie Watkins will miss the game due to a hamstring injury.
What are the odds of Rodri getting on the scoresheet? Rodri is priced at 11/10 to have over 0.5 shots on target.
Can I bet on the number of cards in the match? Yes, betting options include the total cards received by each team, with Aston Villa over 2.5 cards at 19/20.
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