The first big showdown of the Premier League season sees Chelsea host Manchester City and in our free football betting tips we tell you what to expect in Sunday's fixture.
- Who: Chelsea vs. Man City
- Venue: Stamford Bridge, London, England
- Date: Sunday 18th August, 2024
- Kick-off: 4.30 pm BST
- How to Watch: Sky Sports Main Event and Premier League
Chelsea vs. Man City betting odds
- Chelsea 3/1
- Draw 3/1
- Man City 5/6
Despite having home advantage, Chelsea are still 3/1 to win on Sunday. Manchester City, who are most peoples Premier League winner tip, are 5/6 to get their season off to a winning start.
Chelsea vs. Man City Key Stats
- Chelsea have a new manager for the 2024/25 season, former Leicester City boss Enzo Maresca replaced Mauricio Pochettino
- The Blues have been busy in the transfer market, their latest acquisition is Pedro Neto from Wolves
- Apart from Reece James, the Blues have a full squad to pick from
- Manchester City will be looking to win the Premier League for fifth successive season
- City have been without a large section of their squad in pre-season with Pep Guardiola giving his Euro 2024 and Copa America stars as much time off as possible
- It remains to be seen who will feature against Chelsea, and it is also not clear just how fit some of his returning stars currently are
Chelsea vs. Man City prediction
Manchester City warmed up for the new season by winning the Community Shield against Erik ten Hag's Manchester United last weekend.
Against a new look Chelsea, we can see them being held to a draw.
Chelsea vs. Man City betting tips
Expect goals in this one, and at both ends of the pitch.
New Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca is a disciple of Pep Guardiola. But his Chelsea side are a long way off the finished article.
We can see both teams scoring in a highly entertaining affair.
Over/under 2.5 goals betting tips
The latest over/under 2.5 goals betting has over at 1/2, and under 2.5 at 6/4.
- Tip - Over 2.5 goals @ 1/2
Over/under 3.5 goals betting tips
The over/under 3.5 goals market is favouring under 3.5 goals at 8/13. Over is 6/5.
- Tip - Over 3.5 goals @ 6/5
Both teams to score betting
In both teams to score betting, yes is 1/2 and no is 6/4.
The onus will be on possession based attacking football. We say both teams will score.
- Tip - Yes in both teams to score @ 1/2
How much could you win by betting on Chelsea vs. Man City?
Chelsea are 3/1. A £10 bet on the London Blues will bag you £30. With your £10 stake returned, you will get back £40.
A £10 bet on Man City at 5/6 will see a win of £8.33. That's £18.33 including your ten pound stake. If the match is drawn at 3/1 you will get back £40 for a £10 bet, £30 in winnings along with your £10 stake.