Manchester City vs Liverpool Predictions

Manchester City vs Liverpool predictions and tips for this Premier League clash. Guardiola’s Man City face Slot’s Liverpool in a crucial Etihad clash, with the visitors keen to take advantage of Arsenal’s slip up on Saturday. Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.

Premier League | Feb 23, 2025 at 4:30pm UK at Etihad Stadium

Manchester City vs Liverpool Predictions

Will the Reds Tighten Their Grip on the Title Race?

• Salah thrives against City
  • The Egyptian forward has been directly involved in 13 goals against Manchester City in the Premier League, making him one of the most dangerous opponents Guardiola has faced.
• Liverpool’s attack remains relentless
  • The Reds have scored twice or more in 18 of their last 19 league matches, proving their ability to break down even the toughest defences.
• City’s defence has been leaking goals
  • Guardiola’s side have conceded 12 goals in their last five competitive games, a worrying trend ahead of facing the league’s top scorers.

Best Bet for Manchester City vs Liverpool

The stakes couldn’t be higher as Manchester City and Liverpool prepare to lock horns at the Etihad this Sunday. On one side, Pep Guardiola’s side are dealing with the bitter disappointment of being dumped out of the Champions League by Real Madrid, their European dreams shattered after a humbling 6-3 aggregate defeat. With the Premier League title race effectively out of reach, City now find themselves scrapping just to secure a top-four finish. That is unfamiliar territory for a side that has dominated English football in recent years.

Liverpool, meanwhile, are still in pole position in the league, but they’ve shown some vulnerability in recent weeks. Arne Slot’s men have drawn two of their last three matches, and their lead at the top could be reduced to just five points if Arsenal win their fixture before this one kicks off. With the pressure mounting, this trip to the Etihad could be a defining moment in their campaign. A victory would strengthen their grip on the title, while a defeat would breathe new life into the chasing pack.

For all of City’s struggles, they remain a formidable force at home. They have won their last three league games at the Etihad, scoring at least three goals in each, and their 24.7% conversion rate in 2025 is the best in the league. Liverpool, however, have been ruthless on the road, scoring in all 14 of their away league fixtures this season. Something has to give in what promises to be a thrilling encounter.

Best Bet for Manchester City vs Liverpool: Mohamed Salah to Score or Assist

At BettingTips4You, we don’t believe in overwhelming our readers with multiple predictions. Instead, we provide one carefully selected best bet per match, ensuring the highest level of accuracy and accountability. For this game, our ultimate prediction is for Mohamed Salah to either score or assist.

Salah’s impact in this fixture cannot be overstated. The Egyptian forward has directly contributed to 13 goals against Manchester City in his Premier League career, scoring eight and setting up five. Only Steven Gerrard has been involved in more goals against City in the competition. His knack for turning up in big moments makes him the perfect player to back in a high-stakes contest like this.

Recent form also makes this a compelling selection. Salah was instrumental in Liverpool’s 2-2 draw at Aston Villa, scoring and assisting in the same match. That performance extended his remarkable run to seven consecutive games in which he has scored. Even when Liverpool haven’t been at their fluent best, Salah has delivered, racking up 49 goal contributions in 37 matches this season across all competitions. His consistency is simply unmatched.

Another factor to consider is Manchester City’s recent defensive record. Guardiola’s men have conceded 12 goals in their last five matches in all competitions, including multiple goals against Arsenal, Paris Saint-Germain, and Real Madrid. The once-imperious City backline is looking fragile, and with key defender John Stones sidelined, they could struggle to contain Liverpool’s attack.

Salah will be further buoyed by Liverpool’s relentless attacking approach under Slot. The Reds have scored at least twice in 18 of their last 19 league games, showing just how potent they are in front of goal. Even if City dominate possession, Liverpool’s counter-attacking ability means Salah will get chances to influence the game. With his sharp movement and finishing ability, it’s hard to see him not making an impact.

“In games of this magnitude, world-class players rise to the occasion. Salah has been Liverpool’s talisman for years, and against a shaky City defence, he looks primed to deliver once again.”
— BettingTips4You.com expert Tyler Morris

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Predicted Scoreline: Manchester City 2-2 Liverpool

While Liverpool have been free-scoring, City’s home record and attacking firepower cannot be ignored. Guardiola’s men have been putting goals past teams with ease at the Etihad, and even if Haaland’s availability remains uncertain, they still have quality in the final third. Given Liverpool’s recent struggles to keep clean sheets away from home, backing a high-scoring draw seems the most logical outcome. A 2-2 result, mirroring Liverpool’s recent away draws, looks a strong possibility.

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