Date of Tips: 04/12/2025
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Manchester City FC
v Sunderland AFC 
Etihad Stadium
Premier League Matchday 15 
06-12-2025 15:00
Man City Form
Sunderland Form
Manchester City vs Sunderland prediction for Saturday’s Premier League clash at the Etihad Stadium on 6 December. Both sides arrive on the back of very different highs: City edged a chaotic 5-4 thriller at Fulham, while Sunderland left Anfield feeling they should have taken all three points.
This preview covers everything you need to make informed betting decisions — including team news, likely lineups, betting tips, and our match predictions.
Pep Guardiola has big decisions to make. His team is winning, yes, but they’re cutting it incredibly close. Throwing away a four-goal advantage at Fulham won’t sit well with him, and neither will the ongoing absence of Rodri and Mateo Kovacic, both still far from returning. With a crucial midweek date against Real Madrid coming up, rotation seems likely, but Guardiola also knows Sunderland won’t give him the luxury of a gentle afternoon.
For Sunderland, Regis Le Bris continues to surprise the league. A win at Chelsea, draws against Arsenal and Liverpool — this side isn’t here to merely survive. Wilson Isidor should return to the XI after Brian Brobbey’s physical but exhausting shift at Anfield. Injuries remain an issue, though, with H. Diarra, L. Hjelde, and D. Cirkin still unavailable.
Donnarumma; Lewis, Stones, Ake, Ait-Nouri; N. Gonzalez, Reijnders; Savinho, Cherki, Marmoush; Haaland
Roefs; Mukiele, Ballard, Alderete, Reinildo; Traore, Sadiki, Xhaka, Talbi; Isidor, Le Fee
City keep winning, but they rarely do it the calm way. Whether it’s letting Leeds back from two goals down or nearly collapsing against Fulham, they’re struggling to close games. Still, their firepower keeps carrying them through. Guardiola will want a cleaner, controlled 90 minutes, but Sunderland aren’t built to let anyone relax.
Le Bris has created a side that presses without fear, defends in numbers, and counters with real purpose. Their first half at Anfield was one of the strongest visiting displays seen there this season. If they bring that same intensity, they’ll cause City real discomfort — especially in the final stretch, where the Black Cats usually excel while City start wobbling.
Here’s what stands out when you look at both sides:
So, leaning toward goals and a competitive match feels natural here.
Suggested angles:
Sunderland won’t shy away from this. They’ve shown they can go toe-to-toe with elite sides, and their confidence is sky-high. But City at home, even with their wobbles, still feel too strong — especially if their frontline settles the match early.
The Black Cats’ threat is real, but City’s persistence, quality, and sheer volume of attacking options should get them across the line.
Prediction: Manchester City win a competitive, high-tempo match.
Match Prediction: Manchester City to win. Bet with bet365.
The matchup feels like one where Sunderland get their moment, maybe even push City into uncomfortable territory, but the home side still edges it.
Correct score prediction: Manchester City 2-1 Sunderland
Correct Score Prediction: Manchester City 2-1 Sunderland. Bet with bet365.
With City involved, low-scoring games aren’t exactly common lately. Five of their last six have produced at least three goals. Sunderland also create enough danger to contribute to the tally.
Leaning toward:
Over/Under Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals. Bet with bet365.
A simple, logical bet builder:
This reflects City’s attacking form, their defensive volatility, and Haaland’s return to ruthless rhythm.
Bet Builder Tip: Manchester City win, over 2.5 goals, and Erling Haaland to score anytime. Bet with bet365.
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Manchester City are favourites at home, but Sunderland have shown they can compete with anyone. A tight City win looks most likely.
Given his form and the volume of chances City create at the Etihad, it’s a strong possibility.
Yes — their performances against top sides suggest they can. But they’ll need to stay focused for 90 minutes, something City often punish if you slip.
It should be. Both teams attack aggressively, and City’s recent scorelines have been chaotic.
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