Premier League Picks: Man City to Rout Sheffield United

Whilst City (11-4-3) sit fourth in the table, one point above Tottenham, two behind Aston Villa, three behind Arsenal and five behind Liverpool – with a game in hand on Liverpool and Villa – Sheffield United (2-3-14) occupy the bottom spot. This match will take place on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. ET at the Etihad Stadium and will be broadcast on Peacock.

Man City vs. Sheffield United Odds and Spreads

Man City vs Sheffield United Betting Trends

• Sheffield United have the worst attack in the league with 15 goals scored.
• City have the best attack (43) in the league, whilst only Liverpool and Arsenal (16) have conceded fewer than City (21).
• Sheffield United have conceded 2+ goals on five occasions in their last seven matches.
• City have won their last seven matches against the Blades.
• Sheffield United are the only Premier League team without an away win.
• City beat Sheffield United 3-0 in the FA Cup semis last season and beat them 2-1 in August.
• Sheffield United are the only team with single digits in points (9), having lost five of their last seven.
• City have lost just two of their last 12 league matches while trailing at halftime (7-3-2).

Moneyline Pick: Man City to win and over 3.5 goals (-125)

Sheffield United entered the 70th minute of Tuesday’s match with the advantage, only to score two own goals and give Luton Town their first comeback victory in their brief Premier League journey. This 3-2 loss was their seventh fixture to feature over 3.5 goals, and yet another match that saw their defense penetrated. They have conceded 47 goals from 19 matches – no other team has let in more than 38.

The Blades have already let in eight goals to Newcastle, five to Arsenal and Burnley and three against Bournemouth and Fulham. I think Wes Foderingham could have a long day ahead of him as he looks to keep out City’s overpowered attack. Four of City’s last five matches have featured over 3.5 goals, and we’re backing this one to continue the trend in our Premier League soccer bets.

City enter the match as overwhelming favorites at -1300, and for good reason. Whilst Sheffield United have shown some signs of life since Chris Wilder’s return to Bramall Lane, they have looked a mess defensively and are in serious need of January reinforcements as they look to beat the odds and avoid immediately dropping down to the soccer Championship.

Despite some inconsistent results, City are within touching distance of the leaderboard as they approach the halfway mark, and are the only team to win every single UEFA Champions League match this season alongside Real Madrid. We’re backing them to close out the year on a strong note against the league’s bottom dwellers.

Player Prop Pick: Julian Alvarez to score (-167)

Julian Alvarez is one month away from turning 24, but he’s already amassed a sensational trophy cabinet that includes the World Cup with Argentina, the Champions League with Manchester City and the Copa Libertadores with River Plate.

Alvarez grabbed a brace and an assist in a 4-0 win against Fluminense to claim the 13th trophy of his career, and he would follow that up by giving City the lead from the spot against Everton.

Despite playing in an unnatural midfield role for large portions of the season, he’s racked up 11 goals and nine assists across 27 matches, and with Haaland out, he’ll have the opportunity to shine at the center forward position. We’re backing Alvarez to find the back of the net for the third straight match in our Premier League picks and parlays.

Manchester City vs Sheffield United Prediction

Soccer Pick: Manchester City 4, Sheffield United 1

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