Expert Overview: Manchester City vs Sunderland
The upcoming football match between Manchester City and Sunderland on December 6, 2025, promises to be a thrilling encounter. With Manchester City being the stronger side historically, their odds of winning are higher, but Sunderland’s potential for an upset cannot be ignored. This match offers various betting opportunities that reflect the expected dynamics of the game.
Manchester City is anticipated to dominate possession and create numerous scoring opportunities, which aligns with their high average goals scored per match (2.44) compared to their average conceded goals (1.63). Sunderland, on the other hand, may adopt a defensive strategy to exploit any gaps in Manchester City’s play, particularly in the latter stages of the game.
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Sunderland
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Date: 2025-12-06
Time: 15:00
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Venue: Etihad Stadium
Score: 3-0
Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half | 83.10% | (3-0) 1-0 2H 1.33 | |
| Home Team To Score In 2nd Half | 86.60% | (3-0) | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half | 71.40% | (3-0) | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half | 81.80% | (3-0) 2-0 1H 1.20 | |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 76.50% | (3-0) 1.14 | |
| Home Team To Score In 1st Half | 70.60% | (3-0) | |
| Both Teams Not to Score | 64.70% | (3-0) 2.05 | |
| Under 5.5 Cards | 72.20% | (3-0) 2 cards 1.11 | |
| Home Team To Win | 64.90% | (3-0) 1.29 | |
| Over 0.5 Goals HT | 62.40% | (3-0) 2-0 1H 1.22 | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 71.90% | (3-0) | |
| Under 2.5 Goals | 55.20% | (3-0) 2.80 | |
| Sum of Goals 2 or 3 | 56.60% | (3-0) 2.25 | |
| First Goal Between Minute 0-29 | 52.70% | 1.83 | |
| Over 1.5 Goals HT | 49.50% | 2.20 | |
| Last Goal Minute 0-72 | 54.80% | ||
| Avg. Total Goals | 2.57% | (3-0) | |
| Yellow Cards | 2.65% | (3-0) | |
| Avg. Goals Scored | 2.54% | (3-0) | |
| Avg. Conceded Goals | 0.93% | (3-0) |
Betting Predictions
- Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half: 84.80% – The likelihood of neither team scoring in the second half is high, suggesting a strong defensive performance from Sunderland or a tactical shift by Manchester City after securing an early lead.
- Home Team To Score In 2nd Half: 85.80% – Manchester City is expected to score in the second half, leveraging their attacking prowess and maintaining pressure on Sunderland’s defense.
- Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half: 71.10% – Sunderland is less likely to find the net in the second half, possibly due to Manchester City’s defensive adjustments or fatigue setting in.
- Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half: 80.70% – The opening half might see cautious play from both sides, with neither team breaking the deadlock as they assess each other’s strategies.
- Over 1.5 Goals: 80.00% – The match is expected to be goal-rich, reflecting Manchester City’s attacking capabilities and Sunderland’s potential vulnerability at the back.
- Home Team To Score In 1st Half: 71.10% – Manchester City is predicted to score early, setting the tone for the rest of the match.
- Both Teams Not to Score: 62.10% – While less likely than other outcomes, there remains a possibility that neither team will score, especially if Sunderland manages to stifle Manchester City’s attacks effectively.
- Under 5.5 Cards: 71.40% – The match is expected to be relatively disciplined with fewer bookings than anticipated.
- Home Team To Win: 63.20% – Manchester City is favored to win, given their superior squad depth and historical performance against lower-ranked teams like Sunderland.
- Over 0.5 Goals HT: 63.80% – At least one goal is expected by halftime, indicating an open first half with chances for both teams.
- Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half: 72.20% – Sunderland might struggle to find the net in the first half as Manchester City dominates possession and controls the game.
- Under 2.5 Goals: 55.50% – The total number of goals could be limited if both teams focus on a tactical approach rather than an all-out attack.
- Sum of Goals 2 or 3: 54.00% – A total of two or three goals seems likely, balancing Manchester City’s offensive strength with Sunderland’s defensive efforts.
- First Goal Between Minute 0-29: 49.80% – An early goal could set the pace for the match, especially if Manchester City capitalizes on their initial momentum.
- Over 1.5 Goals HT: 52.00% – The first half might see more than one goal if both teams play aggressively from the start.
- Last Goal Minute 0-72: 49.40% – The final goal could occur within the first hour of play, potentially sealing the outcome early in extra time if necessary.
- Avg. Total Goals: 3.67
- Yellow Cards: 2.05
- Avg. Goals Scored: 2.44
- Avg. Conceded Goals: 1.63
