Manchester City vs Liverpool: Predictions, odds & betting tips

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Manchester City and Liverpool go head-to-head on Sunday in a crucial showdown as the Premier League title race heats up.

Just one point separates the two teams heading into the clash at the Etihad Stadium with eight games left to play this season.

Liverpool are in incredible form, having won 10 in a row in the English top flight to put immense pressure on Pep Guardiola's side, whereas the home team have slipped up against Tottenham and Crystal Palace in recent weeks.

Manchester City vs Liverpool latest odds

Manchester City are the favourites to win the headline match, with bet365 pricing them at Evens (2.0).

Liverpool are 5/2 (3.5) to maintain their winning streak in the Premier League, with the draw available at 11/4 (3.75).

Manchester City vs Liverpool first goalscorer

Mohamed Salah is the lowest-priced player to open the scoring in Manchester at odds of 11/2 (6.5).

Manchester City stars Gabriel Jesus and Riyad Mahrez are both offered at 13/2 (7.5) to break the deadlock, while Diogo Jota can be backed at 7/1 (8.0).

Manchester City vs Liverpool preview

Liverpool are in red-hot form heading into this encounter, having won 10 in a row in the Premier League.

Furthermore, they have kept a clean sheet in all of their last five matches in the division.

Reds boss Jurgen Klopp may have a full team to choose from heading into this game, too, with Fabinho the only uncertainty for the trip to Etihad Stadium.

City have a strong squad at their disposal, too, though, with centre-back Ruben Dias the only important absentee.

This encounter is pivotal for both sides with just one point between them as we approach the final weeks of the season.

Manchester City vs Liverpool tips & predictions

The last time these teams met they played out a 2-2 draw in the Premier League and, with both teams in such fine form, backing them both to score here at 8/13 (1.62) is an appealing bet.

Odds correct at the time of writing. 18+. Begambleaware.org

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