Match Preview: Man City vs Ipswich in Premier League Round 2 at 2:00 PM on August 24. Nowsport provides analysis on team news, expected lineups, betting odds, score predictions, and a link to watch the match live.
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Analysis of Man City vs Ipswich Form
Despite a shaky preseason, with losses to Celtic and AC Milan and a draw against Barcelona, Man City quickly found their rhythm as the new season began. Pep Guardiola’s squad secured the Community Shield by beating arch-rivals Manchester United on penalties.
This boost in confidence helped Man City start the 2024/25 season strong, winning their opening match against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge despite missing key players like Rodri, Phil Foden, Kyle Walker, Jack Grealish, and John Stones. Although this victory did not place City at the top of the table after the first round, it was a clear message that the reigning champions are not ready to relinquish their crown.
On the other side, newly-promoted Ipswich faces a tough challenge as they return to the Premier League after more than two decades. In their opening game, Ipswich hosted title contenders Liverpool and suffered a 0-2 defeat. While the result was disappointing, there were positive signs in the performance of Kieran McKenna’s team.
The former Manchester United assistant coach has a growing reputation and reportedly turned down a chance to join Chelsea this summer. His open and attractive playing style was evident in the first half, as Ipswich caused problems for Liverpool’s defense in their new manager Arne Slot’s debut.
However, Ipswich’s naive approach was eventually undone by a more experienced Liverpool, who capitalized on their weaknesses. Goals from Diogo Jota and Mohamed Salah sealed Ipswich’s defeat. Now, facing an even stronger Man City at the Etihad, the only question is how many goals Ipswich will concede.
Latest Team News: Man City vs Ipswich
Man City will be without Bobb, while Rodri and new signing Savinho are doubtful. For Ipswich, the visitors will miss Muric, Donacien, Broadhead, and Hirst due to injuries, with Humphreys and Burns racing against time to return.
Expected Lineups: Man City vs Ipswich
Man 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.
Betting Odds for Man City vs Ipswich
Under 2.5 goals: Man City’s early-season matches have been low-scoring, with just two goals in both official games so far. Ipswich’s last three matches also featured no more than two goals. Given both teams’ form, a low-scoring game is likely.
Only one team to score: While Ipswich’s attacking effort is commendable, their lack of quality in finishing makes it unlikely they can breach Man City’s well-organized defense.
Under total corners: Man City has not been as corner-intensive this season, with only 9 total corners in their two official games. This trend extends back to the FA Cup final last season, with 7 straight matches featuring 9 or fewer corners. Given Ipswich’s difficulties in attacking, expecting many corners in this game is unlikely.
Expert Prediction for Man City vs Ipswich
Betfair data analyst Ben Knapton said: “Ipswich’s return to the Premier League ended in a home defeat, and against the defending champions away from home, I favor a dominant win for Man City.”
Nowsport Prediction for Man City vs Ipswich
Playing at home against newly-promoted Ipswich gives Man City the perfect opportunity to showcase their strength, possibly with a big win to secure the top spot and pressure their title rivals.
Key Stats
Man City is unbeaten in 28 consecutive home games across all competitions, with 22 wins and 6 draws. Their last home loss was to Atletico Madrid in the Champions League.
Prediction: 3-0
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