After both sides passed European tests earlier in the week, Arsenal and Manchester City meet at the Emirates on Sunday, September 21, in a fixture that could have early title implications.
📈Team Form📉
🔹 Arsenal: 9 points from four matches, currently second (2nd) ️.
🔸 Man City: 6 points from four matches, placing them 8th on the table. 1️.
️ 📊Key Stats & Head-to-Head 📊
🔥 Man City enjoyed an eight-game winning streak in this matchup between 2020-2023.
🔥 Arsenal are currently five games unbeaten against Manchester City.
🔥 Erling Haaland has scored in each of his last two Premier League meetings against Arsenal.
🔥 The Citizens have not beaten Arsenal in their last five encounters across all competitions.
🔬 What to Expect From Both Teams 🔥
🔴⚪Arsenal | Premier League form: W🟢 W🟢 L🔴 W🟢:
Mikel Arteta's side comes into this match after an impressive victory against Athletic Bilbao in Europe. The Gunners have been dominant at home this season, scoring eight goals in two Premier League matches without conceding.
With three wins from their opening four matches, they sit just three points behind flawless Liverpool.
🔵⚪Man City | Premier League form: W🟢 L🔴 L🔴 W🟢:
Pep Guardiola's team has recovered from a stuttering start that included two losses from three matches. The Citizens are coming off statement victories against Manchester United in the derby and Napoli in the Champions League.
Erling Haaland appears to be back to his best, having already scored six goals this season across five competitive matches.
👥 Predicted Lineups 👥
🔴⚪Arsenal (possible):
Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori; Merino, Zubimendi, Rice; Madueke, Martinelli, Gyokeres.
🔵⚪Man City (possible):
Donnarumma, Khusanov, Dias, Gvardiol, O'Reilly; Rodri, Silva, Reijnders, Foden, Doku; Haaland.
🔥 Matchups & Players to Watch 👀
✨ Erling Haaland - in devastating form with six goals already this season, scored in the last two against Arsenal.
✨ Gabriel Martinelli & Leandro Trossard - both made impactful substitute appearances in Europe, pushing for starts.
✨ Phil Foden - among the goals for City recently, crucial to their creative play.
✨ Noni Madueke - took the opportunity to continue an eye-catching performance with Saka injured.
💵 Odds Market on MSport 💵
💵 Arsenal/Home to win = 1.96 ✔️
💵 Man City/Away to win = 4.09 ✔️
💵 Both teams to score (GG/NG Yes) = 1.72 ✔️
💵 Over 2.5 total goals = 1.82 ✔️
This clash between recent title rivals represents a major test for both clubs' championship credentials.
Arsenal will rely on their impressive home form and recent dominance in this fixture, while City will look to Haaland's goal-scoring form and their returning defensive stability.
Will Arteta's men extend their unbeaten run against the Citizens, or will Guardiola's machine continue their recent revival?
Share your predictions below.
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It's a quick turnaround for Barcelona as they host Getafe at the Johan Cruyff Stadium on Sunday, September 21, just days after their Champions League triumph over Newcastle.
With Real Madrid setting a relentless pace, every La Liga point is crucial. The match will again be played at the 6,000-capacity Johan Cruyff Stadium due to Camp Nou's ongoing renovations.
📈Team Form📉
🔹 🔹 Barcelona — 10 points from four matches, currently second (2nd) in La Liga, record of three wins and one draw.
🔸 Getafe — 9 points from four matches, currently fifth (5th) in La Liga, three wins from four matches, with their only defeat coming away to Valencia.
️ 📊Key Stats & Head-to-Head 📊
🔥 Getafe have only beaten Barcelona four times in their history, but have seen a lot of draws against the Baulgrana, including 2 draws from their last 4 encounters.
🔥 Getafe have never won away against Barcelona.
🔥 Barcelona are undefeated against Getafe in their last 22 home encounters (all competitions).
🔥 Getafe's only loss this season came against Valencia.
🔬 What to Expect From Both Teams 🔥
🔵🔴Barcelona | La Liga form: W🟢 W🟢 D🟡 W🟢:
Hansi Flick’s side produced a stellar UCL performance midweek, with Marcus Rashford netting a brace. Their focus now shifts to maintaining pressure on league leaders Real Madrid.
Squad rotation is expected, with Pau Cubarsi, Fermín López, and Robert Lewandowski likely to be rested. Dani Olmo and Ferran Torres could start, while Lamine Yamal remains out injured.
🔵🔵Getafe | La Liga form: W🟢 W🟢 L🔴 W🟢:
Carlos Bordalas’ team made a strong start to the season, sitting fifth with nine points. Their recent 2-0 win over Real Oviedo showcased their efficiency.
Adrian Liso (3 goals) and Luis Milla (4 assists) are key threats. Juanmi is a doubt, but the squad is otherwise fit.
👥 Predicted Lineups 👥
🔵🔴Barcelona (possible):
J Garcia; Kounde, E Garcia, Araujo, Martin; De Jong, Pedri; Raphinha, Olmo, Rashford; Torres.
🔵🔵Getafe (possible):
Soria; Dakonam, Abqar, Duarte; Femenia, Martin, Milla, Arambarri, Rico; Mayoral, Liso.
🔥 Matchups & Players to Watch 👀
✨ Marcus Rashford — fresh off a UCL brace, his pace and finishing will test Getafe’s defence in the absence of Lamine Yamal.
✨ Luis Milla — creative hub for Getafe with four assists already this season.
✨ Adrian Liso — an in-form striker who could exploit any defensive rotations.
✨ Pedri — the man who controls Barcelona’s midfield.
💵 Odds Market on MSport 💵
💵 Barcelona/Home to win = 1.23 ✔️
💵 Getafe/Away to win = 13.66 ✔️
💵 Both teams to score (GG/NG Yes) = 2.19 ✔️
💵 Under 4.5 total goals = 1.25 ✔️
Barcelona must avoid a post-UCL slump against a disciplined Getafe side. Will Flick’s rotations pay off, or can Getafe make history?
Share your predictions below.
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