Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur began the new Premier League season with convincing wins and now aim to build momentum. City cruised past Wolves 4-0 away, while Spurs marked Thomas Frank’s debut with a 3-0 victory over Burnley. Saturday’s lunchtime clash will reveal which side can maintain their bright start. Our Man City vs Tottenham prediction guide previews the midday action. You can also adopt the science behind soccer predictions to deduce for yourself which team to back.
Man City vs Tottenham Match Information
- Competition: 25/26 English Premier League, Round 2
- Venue: Etihad Stadium, Manchester, England
- Date: 23 August 2025
- Time: 11:30 GMT on Saturday
Man City vs Tottenham Odds to Win
Bookmakers in England have released the official Man City vs Tottenham odds, and the numbers are presented below:
- Man City to Win @ 1.50 (1/2)
- Draw @ 4.75 (15/4)
- Tottenham to Win @ 5.75 (19/4)
MCI – TOT: H2H
Man City have won three of their previous five meetings with Spurs, while the visitors have won twice. This includes their 4-0 victory at the Etihad last season.
- Tottenham 0-1 Man City (26 February 2025)
- Man City 0-4 Tottenham (23 November 2024)
- Tottenham 2-1 Man City (30 October 2024)
- Tottenham 0-2 Man City (14 May 2024)
- Tottenham 0-1 Man City (26 January 2024)
Interesting Match Stats
- Tottenham have managed two wins in their last four Etihad league visits, surpassing their total from the previous eleven combined.
- Since April, Man City have collected a league-best 26 points and remain unbeaten.
- Pep has endured nine defeats against Spurs in all competitions, with Liverpool being the only side to inflict more losses.
Man City Team Analysis
Manchester City opened their Premier League campaign with a commanding victory at Molineux. Their dominant 4-0 win showcased new arrivals, with Tijjani Reijnders scoring on debut. Erling Haaland struck twice, reaffirming his lethal form as City’s attacking spearhead. Substitute Rayan Cherki added the fourth, sealing a comprehensive statement performance for Guardiola’s men.
City is currently top of the table on goal difference after just one round played. Since April, they have earned more points than any other Premier League team. They remain unbeaten in that stretch, with eight wins and two draws. Defensively, City boasts the most clean sheets and the fewest shots faced per game. However, their recent record against Tottenham is unconvincing, with only four wins in twelve.
Man City Line-Up Prediction
Manchester City will miss Mateo Kovacic, Kalvin Phillips (both Achilles), and Josko Gvardiol through injury. However, Rodri, Phil Foden, and Ederson are all set to return to face Spurs.
Possible starting lineup: Trafford; Lewis, Stones, Dias, Ait-Nouri; Bernardo, Rodri; Bobb, Reijnders, Marmoush; Haaland
Last 5 Matches: W-W-L-W-W
Tottenham Team Analysis
Just three days after a heartbreaking Super Cup defeat to PSG, Thomas Frank enjoyed a dream Premier League start as Tottenham boss. He oversaw a dominant home win against Burnley. Richarlison struck twice, including a brilliant bicycle kick, with both goals assisted by new signing Mohammed Kudus.
Last season’s top scorer Brennan Johnson sealed the 3-0 victory to match Spurs’ joint-biggest opening day Premier League triumph. Tottenham now aim to win their opening two league games for the first time since 2021-22, while also ending an 11-game drought without victory against established top-flight sides. Having shocked City 4-0 at the Etihad last season, Spurs chase consecutive away wins there for the first time since 2010.
Line Up Prediction
Tottenham are without Maddison, Dragusin, Kulusevski, Gil, Solomon, and Takai through injuries. Udogie is still doubtful, and Bissouma remains sidelined with an unspecified issue.
Possible starting lineup: Vicario; Porro, Romero, Van de Ven; Danso, Bentancur, Palhinha, Johnson; Sar, Kudus; Richarlison.
Last 5 Matches: W-L-L-D-W
Man City vs Tottenham Betting Tips & Predictions
Using recent performances and key statistics, we’ve outlined the most promising betting opportunities for the Manchester City vs Tottenham clash:
- Man City To Win @ 1.50 (1/2) — Tottenham possesses attacking quality and a coach familiar with upsetting Guardiola’s sides. Yet Manchester City demonstrated its dominance with an emphatic victory at Wolves, sending a clear message. Guardiola’s men remain unbeaten in the Premier League since April, benefiting from their superior squad depth and Rodri’s return. Despite Spurs’ potential threat under Frank, City should ultimately prove too strong, and a home triumph at the Etihad appears the most likely outcome.
- Total goals — Over 3.5 @ 2.20 (5/4) – Their last four league clashes at the Etihad produced 21 combined goals, with Spurs netting 12 and City managing nine. Both sides scored three-plus goals in their season openers, showcasing attacking quality. Therefore, another high-scoring encounter exceeding three total goals seems highly probable this weekend.
- Erling Harland To Score Anytime @ 1.61 (3/5) – Erling Haaland has secured two Golden Boots in three Premier League seasons, underlining remarkably prolific talent. He only missed out last season due to fewer appearances. The Norwegian is back and firing already this season with a brace against Wolves last week. With four goals across six league games against Tottenham, the Norwegian striker is expected to score again on Saturday.
Final Thoughts & Recommended Picks
Strong winning streak and home advantage to claim all points this weekend over the Spurs. Here are our best Man City vs Tottenham Premier League predictions.
✅ Tottenham To Win @ 1.80 (4/5)
✅ Both Teams To Score—Yes @ 1.70 (2/3)
Adedayo is the Co-founder and lead analyst at SoccerOrator.com. With 5+ years of experience as a sports writer for major platforms like Betzillion and Eaglespredict, he brings an expert eye to the global betting markets. Formerly a multi-sport analyst covering everything from Tennis to Esports, he now specializes exclusively in European football. He provides weekly, data-backed previews for the EPL, Champions League, and top-flight European leagues, helping bettors find value through rigorous statistical analysis.
