Result ✓ Home win
Pre-game odds
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Odds |
1.14
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9.00
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17.00
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Prob. |
87.7%
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11.1%
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5.9%
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Key points
- Manchester City won the first leg 3-1 against FC Copenhagen, giving them a significant advantage.
- Manchester City is favored to win with high moneyline odds (-400) and a score prediction of 2-0.
- Manchester City has had a strong recent run of form, winning their last 9 matches and showcasing solid defense.
- In previous meetings, Manchester City has won 3 out of 5 matches against FC Copenhagen, highlighting their historical dominance.
Recent form
Manchester City
Manchester City's recent performance showcases their dominant form, securing victories in their last 9 games across various competitions. In the FA Cup, they netted an impressive 6 goals against Luton, followed by consistent wins in the Premier League and UEFA Champions League. Their attacking prowess is evident, scoring a total of 20 goals in these 9 victories. Additionally, their defense has been solid, keeping clean sheets in 4 matches. In the Champions League, City has maintained a flawless record with 7 wins and 1 clean sheet, highlighting their prowess on the European stage. The team's current run of form makes them a formidable force, both domestically and in continental competitions.
FC Copenhagen
FC Copenhagen has had a mix of results in their recent games. In their last 15 matches across various competitions, they have secured 6 wins, 2 draws, and suffered 7 losses. Notably, they have managed to keep 4 clean sheets. In the Champions League specifically, Copenhagen's recent form includes 3 wins, 4 draws, and 3 losses, with 3 clean sheets. They had a big win against Manchester United but faced a defeat against Manchester City. Consistency seems to be an issue for them as they have shown moments of brilliance alongside some disappointing performances.
Recent home/away form
In their recent Manchester City home games in the Champions League, the team has been in stellar form with 5 wins and 1 draw. They have shown a dominant attacking display, scoring 14 goals while only conceding 2 goals, resulting in an impressive goal difference of +12. This performance not only highlights their offensive prowess, but also their defensive solidity, with an average of 2.3 goals scored per game and only 0.3 goals conceded per game. Manchester City's strong run of form at home has earned them maximum points from the matches played, showcasing their status as formidable contenders in the Champions League.
W5 D1 L0
Goals scored: 14 (2.33 per game)
Goals conceded: 2 (0.33 per game)
Goal difference: 12
Both teams scored: 2 (33%)
FC Copenhagen had a rollercoaster of a performance in their recent away games, securing three wins, one draw, and two losses. They were involved in high-scoring matches, netting a total of 12 goals but conceding a close 11 goals, resulting in a goal difference of +1. With an average of 2 goals scored per game and 1.83 goals conceded, the team showed a strong attacking intent but struggled defensively. Despite the mixed bag of results, they managed to secure important points on the road, collecting a total of 10 points out of a possible 18.
W3 D1 L2
Goals scored: 12 (2 per game)
Goals conceded: 11 (1.83 per game)
Goal difference: 1
Both teams scored: 3 (50%)
Head-to-head
Based on the provided search results, here's the head-to-head statistics between Manchester City and FC Copenhagen:
* Total number of matches played: 5
* Manchester City wins: 3
* FC Copenhagen wins: 0
* Draws: 2
Key matches include:
1. First meeting: UEFA Cup, February 19, 2009 - FC Copenhagen drew 2-2 with Manchester City at Parken Stadium.
2. Second meeting: UEFA Cup, February 26, 2009 - Manchester City defeated FC Copenhagen 2-1 at home.
3. Third meeting: UEFA Champions League, October 5, 2022 - Manchester City won 5-0 against FC Copenhagen at the Etihad Stadium.
4. Fourth meeting: UEFA Champions League, October 11, 2022 - The match ended in a 0-0 draw at Parken Stadium.
5. Fifth meeting: UEFA Champions League, February 13, 2024 - Manchester City won 3-1 against FC Copenhagen at Parken Stadium.