Match Preview: Manchester City vs Ipswich, 21:00 on August 24, Round 2 of the Premier League 2024/25. RecSport will analyze team news, expected lineups, and score prediction.
Analysis of Manchester City vs Ipswich
After an underwhelming pre-season, with losses to Celtic and AC Milan and a draw against Barcelona, Manchester City quickly adjusted to the new season. Under the guidance of Pep Guardiola, they have already added another trophy to their collection, defeating Manchester United on penalties to win the Community Shield.
Arne Slot, the former assistant coach of Manchester United who now leads Ipswich, impressed with an open style of play in their opener against Liverpool, causing significant problems for the opposition’s defense. However, Liverpool’s increased intensity and effectiveness eventually broke down Ipswich’s system, resulting in a 0-2 defeat with goals from Diogo Jota and Mohamed Salah.
Ipswich faces a tough challenge at the Etihad, where Manchester City is currently in strong form. The big question now is: How many goals will Ipswich concede in this match?
Latest Team News for Manchester City vs Ipswich
Manchester City will be without Bobb, and the availability of Rodri and new signing Savinho is still uncertain. Ipswich also faces difficulties with injuries to Muric, Donacien, Broadhead, and Hirst, while Humphreys and Burns are racing against time to return.
**Expected Lineups for Manchester City vs Ipswich
- Manchester City (3-2-4-1): Ederson; Akanji, Dias, Gvardiol; Lewis, Kovacic; Foden, De Bruyne, Silva, Doku; Haaland
- Ipswich (4-2-3-1): Walton; Tuanzebe, Woolfenden, Greaves, Davis; Morsy, Cajuste; Johnson, Chaplin, Hutchinson; Delap
Expert Opinion
Ben Knapton, data analyst at Betfair, comments: “Ipswich’s return to the Premier League began with a home defeat. Facing the defending champions and playing away, I predict a comfortable win for Manchester City.”
Golden Stats
Manchester City is on a 28-match unbeaten run at home in all competitions, including 6 draws and 22 wins. Their last home defeat was against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League.
Prediction: 3-0