The UEFA Champions League continues with Manchester City facing RB Leipzig in what promises to be a thrilling encounter. City are expected to continue their impressive form in the competition, having reached the final last year, while Leipzig will be looking to make a significant impact on this season’s competition.
The game is set to take place at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester on Wednesday, September 15. It will kick off at 8:00 PM BST (3:00 PM ET).
Live stream:
BT Sport will provide live coverage of the match in the UK. FuboTV, CBS All Access, and Hulu are some of the platforms that will also provide live streaming of the game in the US. Fans in other countries can check with their local providers to find out how to catch the game.
Team news:
Manchester City will be without the services of midfielder Kevin De Bruyne, who is out with an ankle injury, while striker Gabriel Jesus is set to miss out with a persistent knee problem. The Premier League champions will, however, be able to count on the likes of Bernardo Silva, Raheem Sterling, and Ferran Torres.
RB Leipzig’s coach, Jesse Marsch, is expected to have a fully-fit squad to choose from, with the likes of Emil Forsberg, Dani Olmo, and Christopher Nkunku leading the team’s attack.
Odds:
Manchester City are the clear favorites to win this game, and bookmakers such as Bet365 have priced them at 1/4 to take all three points. On the other hand, RB Leipzig are being given odds of 11/1 to win, while a draw between the two sides is priced at 11/2.
Prediction:
It is difficult to look past Manchester City in this game, given their quality and experience in the competition. We expect City to take control of the game early on and win the match 3-0. However, it is important to note that RB Leipzig should not be underestimated, and they will likely put up a good fight. Therefore, it is set to be an exciting game of football that should not be missed by fans of either team.
