Brighton vs Manchester City Picks: Bet Manchester City ML (-135) on 11/9

Believe it or not, all-mighty Manchester City lost its last three games, which means Pep Guardiola and his minions have no other option but to win at The Amex. The problem is that Brighton won’t go down easily as the Seagulls remain unbeaten when playing at home thanks to a 2-3-0 record.

Let’s dig deeper to find the best predictions for Premier League matches.

Brighton vs Manchester City Match Information

• Match: Brighton (4-4-2) vs Manchester City (7-2-1)
• Date/Time: Saturday, Nov. 9, 12:30 p.m. ET
• Location: The Amex, Falmer
• Brighton vs Manchester City Live Stream: FuboTV

Brighton vs Manchester City Betting Trends

• Brighton took Manchester City down for the last time in the 2020-21 season.
• Manchester City won the last meeting 4-0.
• The total has gone over 3 goals in two of the last five encounters.
• A Premier League match between Brighton and Manchester City has never finished with a goalless draw.
• Brighton averages 1.6 goals per game at home.
• Manchester City averages 2.5 goals per game on the road.
• Erling Haaland is Manchester City’s top scorer with 11 goals.
• Danny Welbeck is Brighton’s top scorer with six goals.

Best 2 Picks for Brighton vs Manchester City on Nov. 9

1. No Mercy From Manchester City, Bet the Moneyline

No team is invincible, but if I had to choose a soccer squad to face the Avengers, I would pick Manchester City. That’s why the fact that the Citizens lost their last two games is extremely shocking.

First, they lost 2-1 to Tottenham in the EFL Cup Round of 16. That one isn’t a complete shocker because Guardiola always takes advantage of the domestic cup to play younger, out of rhythm players. All the other teams take it like the World Cup.

However, losing 2-1 to Bournemouth in the EPL was a complete shocker. Bournemouth is tenth, but that didn’t prevent the Black and Reds from scoring the opener only nine minutes into the game. City didn’t score until the 82nd minute.

Most recently, the Citizens visited Sporting Lisbon in the UEFA Champions League and lost 4-1. No that’s not a typo. The English side scored the opener only four minutes into the game but then forgot how to play. Sporting Lisbon was up 3-1 by the 49th minute.

Highlights from our #UCL defeat to Sporting ⤵️ pic.twitter.com/bwCvnnUlxe

— Manchester City (@ManCity) November 6, 2024

I understand this looks like the perfect moment for Brighton to beat Manchester City, but I can’t see the Citizens losing four in a row, especially since several usual starters didn’t play midweek. The list includes Kyle Walker and Nathan Ake, two defensive studs.

Finally, remember that the Citizens already defeated Chelsea and West Ham on the road, two superior teams to Brighton. Plus, City offering -135 Premier League soccer odds isn’t something you see every day. Take it while it lasts!

Bet This Pick: Manchester City Wins (-130)

2. Brighton Team Total Over 1.5 Goals

No, I’m not contradicting myself, I totally believe Manchester City will get the three points, but that doesn’t mean the home side can’t put up a good fight.

First, regardless of the result, the Seagulls scored 2+ goals in each of their last five games at home. Most recently, they played host to Liverpool in the EFL Cup and lost 3-2, but you get the point. The Seagulls scored twice in the last 10 minutes of the game, which means we’re talking about a team that never gives up.

Finally, we’re talking about a modest team, but the Seagulls are currently among the top-scoring teams in the league, with 17 goals in 10 games. Manchester City, a team with a much bigger budget, has scored 20.

Speaking of Manchester City, seven of the Citizens’ last 10 games in all competitions finished with a draw or a one-goal difference. Regardless of the result, the Citizens scored in 10 of their last 11 matches. They only failed to do so against Inter Milan, one of the best defensive squads in the business.

I’m predicting a fast-paced, high-scoring affair in which Manchester City will win 3-2, which brings me to my top soccer game prop pick:

Bet This Pick: Brighton Team Total Over 1.5 Goals (+161)

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