Match Overview
On December 13, 2023, FK Crvena Zvezda will face off against Manchester City at Stadion Rajko Mitić in a UEFA Champions League Group G match. The odds heavily favor Manchester City with an away win probability of 1.41 compared to FK Crvena Zvezda’s 8.30.
Historical Face-Off
These two teams have previously met on September 19, 2023, in the UEFA Champions League group stage. Manchester City emerged victorious with a scoreline of 3-1. It was the first encounter between these clubs, making this upcoming match even more intriguing.
Local Team’s Recent Form
FK Crvena Zvezda has been performing well recently, winning five out of their last six matches across all competitions. Their goalscoring prowess has been evident as they scored a total of 13 goals while conceding only five during this period. In their most recent Super Liga match against Mladost Lucani, FK Crvena Zvezda secured a convincing 3-1 victory with goals from Aleksandar Katai, Jovan Mijatović, and Hwang In-Beom.
In the UEFA Champions League group stage, FK Crvena Zvezda finds themselves in fourth place in Group G with just one point from five matches. They have struggled to find success in Europe’s elite competition but will be eager to give their home fans something to cheer about.
Away Team’s Recent Form
Manchester City has been in excellent form lately, particularly in away matches where they have won two out of three games and drawn the other three across all competitions. They have scored an impressive total of 13 goals while conceding just as many during these away fixtures.
In their most recent Premier League match against Luton, Manchester City secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory with goals from Bernardo Silva and Jack Grealish. They currently sit at the top of Group G in the UEFA Champions League, having won all five of their matches so far.
Key Players Spotlight
FK Crvena Zvezda’s O. Bukari has been in fine form, scoring five goals and providing two assists in his last 16 appearances. His attacking prowess will be crucial for FK Crvena Zvezda if they hope to challenge Manchester City’s defense.
Manchester City’s Phil Foden has been a standout player recently, contributing seven goals and five assists in his last 22 matches. His creativity and goal-scoring ability make him a constant threat for opposition defenses.
Statistical Insights
Looking at recent statistics, Manchester City holds a significant advantage over FK Crvena Zvezda. While FK Crvena Zvezda has struggled defensively in the UEFA Champions League group stage, conceding 12 goals in just five matches, Manchester City boasts an impressive goal difference of +10.
Furthermore, Manchester City’s dominance is evident in their perfect record of five wins out of five matches played so far in the competition. Their ability to consistently find the back of the net while maintaining defensive solidity makes them strong favorites heading into this clash.
Match Prediction: Local Team vs. Away Team
Based on current form and statistical analysis, it is difficult to see anything other than a comfortable victory for Manchester City. Their superior quality across all areas of the pitch combined with their impeccable record in this season’s UEFA Champions League suggests that they will come away with another win.
Prediction: FK Crvena Zvezda 0 – 3 Manchester City
