Manchester City vs Southampton tips and predictions

Nothing but quality from Manchester City?

The home side has proven goal-scorers in their squad. They'll be eager to continue in their rich vein of form. An entertaining match awaits, almost certain to deliver some goals.

On 20 points Manchester City host Southampton, on 7 points. There are 14 positions between these two.

This home squad doesn't lose matches like this when they are on form.

You can't question that Manchester City have the pedigree. The hosts have won each of their last 11 home games while the visitors have lost 13 of their last 20 matches. Their hopes might be obliterated here too. This will be a brutal day at the office for the visitors.

The hosts have enjoyed some form on their own paddock. The Sky Blues have scored three or more goals in 10 of their recent 11 home matches.

Recently Southampton have conceded an average of 2.1 goals in their last 19 matches.

Manchester City have won 14 of the last 19 fixtures between these sides.

Despite the vehement favouritism for Manchester City it will be entertaining if Southampton can make a match of it. It doesn't offer massive value but the Yes BTTS bet is a cautious side bet for this particular game. What about total goals? Well it's Over 3.5 standing out in this one considering the odds that are available. Even if Southampton can produce their best stuff, be prepared for Manchester City to run away with this one.

It might all be rather obvious. The hosts can be ruthless on their day and they will justify their short price. They will be totally confident about getting a result. Some of their finishing has been out of the top draw in recent outings. That should make the difference. They'll look to continue their home winning streak with a victory here and it's pretty much certain they'll do exactly that.