Manchester City is aiming to avoid another heartbreak as they face Sevilla for the finals of the UEFA Super Cup. Man City are now aiming for yet another title, after winning the Champions League last season. Domestically, Man City are actually doing well, but when it comes to European leagues, it is not their cup of tea. As for Sevilla, they are up for the challenge, despite adjusting under a new leadership. However, although Sevilla are still adjusting, their new manager they were able to improve. Two champions teams meeting in the Super Cup, as both teams still looking for another title. This meeting will be on August 17, 2023, at 3:00 AM (GMT+8).
When it comes to their meetings, it was Man City who has an advantage, as they are flawless against Sevilla. Man City were able to win all the four matches they played against Sevilla, who have not won an official game against Man City. Moreover, from those four matches, Man City were able to prove how mighty their team was. They scored 12 goals, as opposed to the three goals of Sevilla in these matches. Domestically, these two teams have different campaigns domestically last season. While Man City finished as the winners in the Premier League, Sevilla ended La Liga in a poor manner. However, Sevilla are still fortunate that they were able to bag the Europa League title.
Manchester City
Winning a title is no longer new for Man City, especially this year, where they were able to win three trophies. In fact, due to this achievement, Man City are considered as one of the best and top teams in Europe. However, during the Community Shield, they failed to bag another title, which gives them the eagerness to avenge here. Fortunately for Man City, they are coming from a win, as they open their domestic league with a 3-0 win. Coming into this game, Man City are looking for the same result in this match, and earn another title. Luckily for Man City, they have a very impressive squad, which will work for their advantage. Erling Haaland is expected to lead Man City, as they hunt for another glory.
Kevin De Bruyne will be unavailable in this match, as his previous injury re-occurred, after playing for just 23 minutes on their last match. He will join Dias, and Silva in their recovery room, while John Stones is back from a hip problem.
Sevilla
Sevilla on the other hand did not do well domestically last season, as they finished at the 12th of the La Liga standings. It seems like this misfortune continues as they failed to have a strong opener in the contest. In fact, they suffered a 2-1 loss against Valencia on their opener in the La Liga. However, this result is because of the fact that Sevilla is still in the process of adjusting from their new leadership. Coming into this match, Sevilla needs to work harder as they aim to bounce back to try to win the title. Additionally, Sevilla is actually a capable team, so they can pack a punch in this match. However, going against a mighty Manchester City squad is difficult, so they really need to work harder coming into this game.
Fortunately for Sevilla, they did not have a new injured player, following the send off of Loic Bade. A hamstring injury would keep Tanguy Nianzou is expected to miss this match. Marcao on the other hand, have yet to return to training, following his quadriceps injury.
Prediction:
Manchester City (1.5)
Odds: -0.90
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