ALL eyes will be on the Etihad this weekend as Treble winners Manchester City host Chelsea in a Super Saturday special – and it could go either way.
Pep Guardiola’s men find themselves on a blistering winning run having won ELEVEN consecutive matches in all competitions.
And Bernardo Silva’s flick followed by Phil Foden’s late strike kept City’s streak alive as they ran out 3-1 winners in a gruelling Champions League League last 16 first leg clash against Copenhagen.
Elsewhere, life is starting to look a lot better for Mauricio Pochettino as his Chelsea side goes into this game off back-to-back 3-1 triumphs against Aston Villa and Crystal Palace.
Furthermore, the Blues should feel well-rested after not having to participate in any European action this week.
But Chelsea will need to dig deep if they are to take three Premier League points from City – something which they have failed to achieve in their last five attempts.
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When is Man City vs Chelsea?
- Manchester City and Chelsea’s mouthwatering match will take place on Saturday, February 17.
- It is scheduled to get underway at 5:30pm in the UK.
- The Etihad Stadium, home of Manchester City is the scheduled arena for this huge encounter and it can host approximately 53,400 fans.
- Cole Palmer’s stoppage-time penalty earned Chelsea a draw in a 4-4 thriller when the sides last met in November 2023.
What TV channel is it on can it be live streamed?
- Manchester City vs Chelsea will be broadcast LIVE on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League in the UK.
- Coverage is expected to commence from 5pm GMT on both channels – 30 minutes before kick-off.
- Fans can stream the action online through NOW TV.
- Alternatively, SunSport will have minute-by-minute coverage of the entire match.
What is the team news?
Manchester City’s win against Copenhagen was overshadowed by a double injury blow to Jack Grealish (groin) and Bernardo Silva (ankle).
Josko Gvardiol’s knock is reportedly set to keep him out until mid-March, while Mateo Kovacic’s muscular injury will be assessed before Saturday’s blockbuster.
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Elsewhere, Mauricio Pochettino will be hoping to get some key names back for the trip to the Etihad.
But as it stands; Benoit Badiashile (muscle), Reece James (hamstring), Lesley Ugochukwu (muscle), Marc Cucurella (ankle), Robert Sanchez (knee), Rome Lavia (thigh), Thiago Silva (groin), and Wesley Fofana (ACL) are all huge doubts for the match.
What are the odds?
- Man City to win 1/3
- Draw 9/2
- Chelsea to win 7/1
*Odds courtesy of Paddy Power are correct at time of publication
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
