Manchester City still face a challenging road to secure UEFA Champions League qualification, with nine Premier League games remaining and only one victory from their last four league outings to show for their efforts.
Despite their continued pursuit of silverware through the FA Cup and the FIFA Club World Cup, this season has fallen short of expectations for Pep Guardiola’s side. As four-time defending champions, City’s recent inconsistency has surprised many, particularly given their high standards in previous campaigns. Their recent form has raised questions about their ability to finish the season strongly and meet their usual lofty ambitions.
Home form, traditionally a strength for Manchester City, has been less reliable this season. They are now on the verge of going three consecutive home league matches without a win for the first time since December 2023. The Etihad Stadium has witnessed uncharacteristic stumbles, but a visit from struggling Leicester City may offer a timely opportunity for Guardiola’s men to rediscover their winning touch.
The Cityzens have enjoyed considerable success against Leicester at home in recent years. They have emerged victorious in eight of the last ten league meetings at the Etihad, with those matches producing an impressive average of 4.6 goals per game. Such dominance over their East Midlands rivals could provide Manchester City with a much-needed boost of confidence as they continue their push for a top-four finish.
Leicester City, however, find themselves mired in a dreadful run of form. They entered the international break nine points adrift of safety and have endured six straight league defeats without finding the back of the net. This alarming scoring drought leaves them at risk of equaling an undesirable record, with only a few other sides in English top-flight history suffering seven consecutive losses without scoring.
The struggles facing Ruud van Nistelrooy’s side have only intensified their concerns over potential relegation. With Championship football looming ever closer, Leicester must find a way to halt their disastrous slide. Unfortunately for the Foxes, their recent record against Manchester City offers little cause for optimism, having lost their last five meetings with the reigning champions.
Their poor away form compounds the challenge Leicester faces. This season, only Southampton has collected fewer Premier League points on the road, underscoring the steep mountain Leicester must climb to secure a positive result at the Etihad. Given their current predicament, even a hard-fought draw would feel like a significant achievement.
From Manchester City’s perspective, Omar Marmoush continues to make an impact since his arrival in January. The forward has scored five times for the Cityzens, including the decisive goal against Bournemouth in their recent FA Cup victory. Notably, all four of his league goals have come within the 15th to 40th-minute window, indicating his tendency to make early contributions.
On the opposing side, Bilal El Khannouss remains a key figure for Leicester. His most recent strike secured Leicester’s last league victory at Tottenham Hotspur in late January, and he also found the net during the March international break for Morocco. His ability to produce moments of brilliance offers a glimmer of hope for the Foxes in what has otherwise been a bleak campaign.
Adding to Manchester City’s confidence is their remarkable track record against promoted sides. The Cityzens have claimed victory in each of their last twelve league games against newly-promoted teams, a streak that underscores their ability to dispatch struggling opponents. With Leicester reeling from their own troubles, Guardiola’s men will view this fixture as a prime opportunity to regain their rhythm.
While City’s quest for Champions League qualification continues, Leicester’s fight for survival becomes increasingly desperate. With so much at stake for both teams, the Etihad could be in for a thrilling encounter as Manchester City aims to return to winning ways and Leicester battles to keep their fading hopes alive.
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