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Manchester City
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Manchester City vs Crystal Palace predictions & stats
Top pick Manchester City 72%, Over 2.5 goals 62%. Free match analysis, team stats and betting tips for Premier League.
Top pick Manchester City 72%, Over 2.5 goals 62%. Free match analysis, team stats and betting tips for Premier League.
Comparing both teams this season
All Fixtures (55)
Style of play and derived stats from match data this season
Current league table
| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 34 | +38 | 73 | |
| 2 | 33 | +37 | 70 | |
| 3 | 34 | +14 | 61 | |
| 4 | 34 | +13 | 58 | |
| 5 | 34 | +5 | 58 | |
| 6 | 34 | +9 | 50 | |
| 7 | 34 | 0 | 49 | |
| 8 | 34 | +8 | 48 | |
| 9 | 34 | +3 | 48 | |
| 10 | 34 | -2 | 48 | |
| 11 | 34 | 0 | 47 | |
| 12 | 34 | -9 | 46 | |
| 13 | 33 | -3 | 43 | |
| 14 | 35 | -5 | 43 | |
| 15 | 34 | -4 | 42 | |
| 16 | 34 | -4 | 39 | |
| 17 | 34 | -16 | 36 | |
| 18 | 34 | -10 | 34 | |
| 19 | 35 | -36 | 20 | |
| 20 | 34 | -38 | 17 |
All Fixtures (50)
A side that controls possession averaging 60% possession. They've won 4 games despite having less possession, showing they're effective without the ball. They've dropped points in 5 games despite controlling possession, indicating issues breaking down defenses. They've lost 5 games despite having more possession, showing significant vulnerability when expected to control matches Additionally, They've struggled to hold onto leads, losing 6 times after being ahead at halftime Meanwhile, They've dropped 15 points from winning positions, indicating issues closing out games. They build play through patient, accurate passing (586 passes/game, 88% success rate). Their attacking output is impressive: 15.2 shots per game, 5.4 finding the target. They prioritize getting into dangerous areas (11.2 shots inside the box per game) Additionally, They're well-organized defensively (only 2.4 saves required per game). They generate many corner opportunities (6.1 corners/game).
They maintain balanced possession (46%). They've proven effective without the ball, winning 8 games with less possession. They've gained 8 points from losing positions, showing they fight until the end. A concerning pattern: they've lost 5 games despite leading at the break Additionally, They've struggled to protect leads, dropping 19 points from winning positions Meanwhile, They prioritize getting into dangerous areas (8.4 shots inside the box per game). They move the ball forward with intent (around 34 passes per shot).
Manchester City home games half time results
Crystal Palace away games half time results
