The match of 9th round between Brighton и Manchester City took place at American Express Community Stadium on 23 October 2021, Saturday. Referee - Kevin Friend.
The last meeting of these teams took place more than a month ago (18 May 2021) and ended with the victory of Brighton with a score 3-2.
League table
The teams are close in the league table, the difference between their points is only 2 points. In addition, the both teams are in the TOP position in the standings.
Brighton is in the TOP-4 with 15 points. This is the 8th of 38 team game in the tournament.
The difference with the nearest team on top is 2 points (Brighton can score 90 points). In addition, the distance from the first place is 4 points (90 points are possible). The nearest pursuer has the same number of points with Brighton and can score 90 points. The goal difference is 8:5. The Brighton defensive line is one of the TOP-4 in the tournament.
Manchester City is in the TOP-4 with 17 points. This is the 8th of 38 team game in the tournament.
The difference with the nearest team on top is 1 point (Manchester City can score 90 points). In addition, the distance from the first place is 2 points (90 points are possible). The nearest pursuer is 2 points lower and has the opportunity to score 90 points additionally. The goal difference is 16:3. In addition, the Manchester City offensive line is one of the TOP-4 in the tournament. Manchester City has the best defensive record in the league.
Brighton Stats
Brighton could not win in the last 5 matches, with 2 losses and 3 draws.
The team scored 18 points оn its own field in 10 last matches, with the following results 5 wins, 3 draws and 2 losses. The difference between scored and conceded goals is 13-10. The average number of goals is 1.3. The average number of cards in 10 last matches is 1.5.
Sidelined players: Danny Welbeck Tudor Baluta Steven Alzate
Manager: Graham Potter
Manchester City Stats
The team scored 13 points when playing away in 10 last matches, with the following results 4 wins, 1 draw и 5 losses. The difference between scored and conceded goals is 15-11. The average number of goals is 1.5. The average number of cards in 10 last matches is 1.3.
Sidelined players: Ilkay Gündogan Ferran Torres
Manager: Pep Guardiola