Sunderland vs Manchester City Prediction, Odds & SGP Picks (Jan 1)
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Sunderland vs Manchester City Prediction, Odds & SGP Picks (Jan 1)

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Moneyline PickManchester City to win (-223)
Player PropRayan Cherki to score (+330)
Same Game ParlayManchester City to win + Rayan Cherki to score + over 2.5 goals (+320)
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Sunderland vs Manchester City Main Match Info

Sunderland vs Manchester City Moneyline Prediction

Sunderland are the best-performing team from those promoted to the Premier League this season, but have also only won one match in their last five. With a goal difference of +2, it’s become evident that the defensive aspect explains why the Black Cats can’t challenge for higher positions in the league. 

On the other hand, Manchester City are on a hot streak of six consecutive Premier League victories: Sunderland are probably next in line.

Sunderland vs Manchester City Player Prop

Rayan Cherki has been the name on everyone’s lips in recent weeks. The winger has only scored two goals but has registered seven assists, though the numbers don’t tell the full story.

The French winger has forced several teams to pile up defenders against him, as a combination of physical power and dribbling creativity makes him one of the most feared forwards in the league. 

Sunderland vs Manchester City Same Game Parlay

In recent weeks, Sunderland coach Regis Le Bris has dropped the defensive line deeper to prevent the team from conceding too many counter-attacks. He also relies on goalkeeper Robin Roefs, who has racked up the third-most saves in the Premier League.

While these measures seem temporary, they’re unlikely to prevent City from winning. With the likes of Erling Haaland, Rayan Cherki, and Phil Foden, relying on Roefs seems like a dangerous strategy.

Sunderland vs Manchester City Team News

Sunderland Team News

Sunderland have only won one match in their last five, losing to Manchester City but drawing with Liverpool, Brighton, and Leeds. Their only victory was against Newcastle (1-0) and resulted from an own goal by Nick Woltemade.

One of the reasons why Sunderland were successful at the beginning of the season was the combination of older players like Granit Xhaka and creative minds like Enzo Le Fée and Simon Adingra. However, due to last month’s tactical shift, the two playmakers have struggled to adapt. 

Another challenge has been the role of Brian Brobbey, whose imposing physique is a great asset but insufficient, as he lacks the technical level in tight spaces. As a result, the club have scored fewer goals. 

Ajibola Alese will be sidelined due to injury. Reinildo (Mozambique), Arthur Masuaku (DR Congo), Noah Sadiki (DR Congo), Chemsdine Talbi (Morocco), Bertrand Traoré (Burkina Faso), and Habib Diarra (Senegal) are away with their national teams for AFCON. 

Manchester City Team News

Every year, the Man City phenomenon returns: Pep Guardiola engineers a slow start, followed by an impressive winning streak once winter arrives. This year is no different, with the club’s last defeat dating back to late November. 

The Citizens defeated Nottingham Forest 2-1 last weekend, thanks to goals from Rayan Cherki and Tijjani Reijnders. The team registered 66% possession and triple the xG value of their opponents (1.45 xG vs. 0.55 xG). 

As Nottingham Forest congested the central channels, Rayan Cherki was the star of the night, regularly looking to split the Tricky Trees’ lines by storming in diagonally from the wing. His one-on-one challenges regularly forced Nottingham to regroup before he eventually scored in the second half. 

Oscar Bobb, Jérémy Doku, Mateo Kovačić, and John Stones will be sidelined due to injuries. Rayan Ait Nouri (Morocco) and Omar Marmoush (Egypt) have been called up by their national teams for AFCON. 

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