The final matchday of the League Phase in this season’s Champions League promises drama galore.
And one of the biggest of the 18 games set to take place on Wednesday sees Club Brugge travel to 2023 winners Manchester City.
The Premier League side are teetering on the edge of elimination, while the Belgians are looking to consolidate their spot in the play-offs.
All the signs point to a European night to remember at the Etihad and to build anticipation, 777 Sport has run the rule over the fixture to provide you with odds and tips for your football bet.
Of course, we also have live betting markets available on Manchester City vs Club Brugge, as well as all other Champions League fixtures.
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City’s 4-2 loss at Paris Saint-Germain on Matchday 7 means they currently sit outside the top 24 in the new-look Champions League table.
So Pep Guardiola’s side simply have to win this fixture to avoid the possibility of a shock elimination at the first hurdle. The Citizens have won only two European matches this term, against Slovan Bratislava and Sparta Praha respectively.
But last Saturday’s 3-1 win over Chelsea should mean confidence levels are higher, with January signing Omar Marmoush impressing on his full debut.
Fellow arrival Abdukodir Khusanov endured a very tough and error-ridden start to his City career, though. With that in mind, it will be interesting to see whether he is given the nod to start against Club Brugge.
The Jupiler Pro League side are currently on a 19-game unbeaten run across all competitions and have produced some stellar displays in this season’s Champions League.
Nicky Hayen’s side beat Aston Villa 1-0 on home soil and held Juventus to a 0-0 draw last week.
City will know not to underestimate their opposition, who are 20th in the table on 11 points and virtually guaranteed a spot in the play-offs.
Although, the English side may take comfort from the fact that Club Brugge were held to a disappointing 1-1 draw by minnows Kortrijk on the weekend, with Hayen’s men failing to flex their muscles on home soil.
If a similar performance is delivered by the Belgians at the Etihad, City will cruise through to the play-offs.
Manchester City vs Club Brugge Odds
*All odds are subject to change
Unsurprisingly, City are massive favourites here, priced at 1.15 to record a crucial victory. Reigning Pro League champions Club Brugge are at 14.00, while the draw is 7.80.
Manchester City vs Club Brugge Betting Tips
Erling Haaland to score first @ 3.12
It is rare that world-class striker Haaland does not turn up on a big night for City. The Norwegian has scored 47 goals in 46 Champions League games, a ridiculous record which we can see him improving on Wednesday evening.
Both teams to score – Yes @ 1.97
While we expect City to win, their recent defensive issues suggest there may be a slight element of worry on the night. The Citizens have not kept a clean sheet in their last four Champions League matches, while Club Brugge have scored a division-high 52 goals in the Pro League this season.
Gustaf Nilsson to score anytime @ 5.30
And if Club Brugge are to get on the scoresheet, Nilsson is likely to be the man responsible. The Swede scored in the aforementioned draw with Kortrijk, taking his tally to eight goals in 15 league matches this season. Watch out, City defenders!
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