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Pep Guardiola will hope to end an unprecedented losing streak when he leads his side out to the pitch against a decent Forest side on Wednesday. Here are predictions, team news, betting tips, and possible line-ups for the game.
Manchester City hosts Nottingham Forest at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday, desperate to end their dismal run of form.
After a 2-0 defeat to Liverpool, City are now 11 points behind the league leaders, a result of their recent form, which has been abysmal, going seven games without a win across all competitions.
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Nottingham Forest, on the other hand, are looking to build on their recent 1-0 victory over Ipswich Town.
A win against City could see them leapfrog the defending champions and further compound their misery.
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Manchester City vs. Nottingham Forest Head to Head
Forest have not defeated Manchester City since the 2008-09 FA Cup. Since their promotion to the Premier League in 2022, City have dominated their encounters, securing three wins and a draw. In the previous season, City comfortably won both meetings by 2-0 scores.
However, the visitors have a strong away record this season, ranking third in the league for points earned on the road, only behind Liverpool and Chelsea.
Manchester City vs. Nottingham Forest Team News and Possible Lineups
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Manchester City will be without Rodri and Oscar Bobb due to long-term injuries. Mateo Kovacic is also sidelined, while John Stones remains doubtful after missing recent matches.
Nottingham Forest have a nearly full squad available, with only long-term absentees Ibrahim Sangare and Danilo, the only ones unavailable.
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Manchester City Predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Ederson (GK); Walker, Akanji, Dias, Gvardiol; Bernardo, Gundogan; Foden, De Bruyne, Grealish; Haaland
Nottingham Forest Predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Sels (GK); Aina, Milenkovic, Murillo, Moreno; Yates, Dominguez; J. Silva, Gibbs-White, Hudson-Odoi; Wood
Manchester City vs. Nottingham Forest Predictions & Betting Tips
Given Manchester City's current crisis, this fixture, which they would usually dominate, now appears less certain. Nottingham Forest, with their impressive away form, pose a real threat.
City's defensive vulnerabilities have been exposed, and given how well the visitors execute their counterattacks, this could be another game that the hosts drop points.
Draw
Under 3.5 goals
Over 3.5 Cards
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