The recent series history between Chelsea FC and Manchester City perfectly embodies the highest level of modern English football. Both clubs consistently contend for supremacy both domestically and in continental competition. Both clubs rose to prominence in the mid-2000s.
While every match adds another chapter to the storybook that is their rivalry, the May 2021 UEFA Champions League Final stands out as one of the most memorable meetings of all-time.
Chelsea FC at Manchester City FYIs
Kickoff: Saturdayย Feb. 17 , 5:30 pm, Etihad Stadium
Team News: Chelseaย ย ย Man City
Starting XI Predictions: Chelsea FCย ย Man City
Transatlantic Passage: How the Premier League Redefined Soccer in America: LINK
PL Form, Standing Chelseaย WWLLW, 10th, 34 ptsย ย Manchester City WWWWW, 2nd, 52 pts
Googleย Result Probability: Chelseaย ย 12%ย ย Drawย 16%ย ย Manchester City 72%
As you obviously remember, Chelsea won that one convincingly, but no one seems to be expecting a repeat of that result on Saturday. Most prognosticators are expecting Man City to run away with this thing, especially when you consider the fact that this match will be at their home ground.
City are a juggernaut everywhere, but that takes on a new meaning when they’re playing at The Etihad.
Chelsea FC Starting XI Prediction at Manchester City
Dorde Petrovic; Malo Gusto, Axel Disasi, Thiago Silva, Ben Chilwell; Moises Caicedo, Enzo Fernandez; Cole Palmer, Conor Gallagher, Christopher Nkunku; Nicolas Jackson
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