Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City continue to defy logic as their assault on the Premier League continued last time out with a comfortable 2-0 dispatching of Leicester City. The Blues sit 8 points clear of the chasing pack and will be looking to stretch their lead following a tricky looking trip to Yorkshire. Huddersfield have lacked consistency in the Premier League but find themselves in 10th place – a great return for David Wagner’s men.
Premier League – The John Smith’s Stadium – Saturday 26th October 2017 – 16:00 UK Time
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Draw Best Odd of: 13/2 at PaddyPower |
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Huddersfield
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Huddersfield have enjoyed a remarkable start to life in the Premier League and sit in 10th place with 15 points from their opening 12 games. Their home form has been their backbone this season – they have picked up 12 points at the John Smiths Stadium and have only lost at home once – to Tottenham. Aaron Mooy will be relishing the chance to play against his former employers and the Australian international has scored 2 Premier League goals already this season.
Manchester City
The Blues have set the league alight this term – with 11 wins and 1 draw from their opening 12 games. Their remarkable +33 goal difference after 12 games has struck fear into most of their opponents – with the only question marks being whether they can maintain the run of form all season. The Blues are 8 points clear – a lead that could be reduced to 5 by kick off with Manchester United playing first this weekend. Gabriel Jesus notched his 8th league goal of the season against Leicester and the Brazilian has a habit of being in the right place, at the right time.
Head to Head
Manchester City just edge the head to head record between the two sides – with 25 wins to Huddersfield’s 22 with another 29 games between the teams ending in draws. The sides haven’t met in the league for over 17 years but did face off twice last season in the FA Cup. The equivalent fixture was a 0-0 draw and the replay as a comprehensive 5-1 win for Manchester City at the Etihad.
Odds and Predictions
Huddersfield will look to put the pressure on City – who without John Stones could be a little shaky.
Both teams to score – YES – is a good value bet at 6/5 with Bet 365.
Gabriel Jesus has scored in his last 2 Premier League appearances and would love to add to his tally of 8 goals.
Gabriel Jesus to score anytime looks a sensible punt at 3/5 with Ladbrokes.
Confidence should be very high for both teams which could make for an entertaining fixture.
Over 2.5 goals in the game looks a logical bet at 1/2 with Coral.
Manchester City should have a little too much quality for Huddersfield and should get the job done.
Manchester City to be leading at half time and full time pays 8/13 with Betfair.
Score Prediction
Huddersfield Town 1 – 3 Manchester City – 11/1 with Bet 365.
Top Betting Tip
Huddersfield have made life difficult for every team visiting the John Smiths Stadium this term and will make life awkward for the Blues – but Guardiola’s men look too good for most teams this season. Manchester City to win the match, Gabriel Jesus to score and over 2.5 goals in the game pays a very healthy 2.83 with Coral.