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Manchester City vs Salford City Prediction & Betting Tips - FA Cup
by Kennedy Kechula | in FA Cup Predictions
Salford City will be making the short trip to the Etihad Stadium this Saturday, to take on Manchester City in the third round of the FA Cup. This looks like a really lopsided affair, with 64 places separating the two sides on the English football ladder. As Salford City prepares for this big game, their first ever against Manchester City, we have an analysis of the stats wrapped up in this preview. At the end of it we will offer two predictions.
Manchester City have their bounce back after a torrid period and will be favorites for an easy win here. They ended their poor run with a draw against Everton and have gone on to win the last two games.
Salford City will also walk with a spring in their step, backed by a strong run in League Two. In their last six matches, Salford City posted straight wins.
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The Best Betting Odds for Manchester City v Salford City Match
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus up to |
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1.05 | 15 | 26 |
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1.03 | 13 | 29 |
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1.05 | 17 | 34 |
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1.04 | 14.7 | 33 |
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1.04 | 14.7 | 33 |
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1.02 | 15 | 24 |
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1.05 | 14.5 | 34 |
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1.05 | 14.5 | 34 |
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1.05 | 14 | 35 |
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1.04 | 14.7 | 33 |
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1.05 | 15 | 45 |
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1.04 | 23 | 36 |
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1.02 | 17 | 41 |
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1.02 | 19 | 41 |
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1.04 | 17 | 51 |
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1.04 | 19 | 46 |
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1.06 | 13 | 41 |
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What is the prediction for the football match between Manchester City and Salford City?
Our prediction for the Manchester City vs Salford City match is: both teams to score.
Probabilities according to our algorithm* of possible 1X2 football predictions and best odds for the match on 11/01/2025 between Manchester City and Salford City in FA Cup :
- The Sportytrader ⭐ algorithm estimates a probability of 39.24% for a win of Manchester City against Salford City with odds of 1.06 at William Hill.
- The probability according to Sportytrader ⭐ for a draw between Manchester City vs Salford City is 23.26% with odds of 23 at Vbet.
- Our prediction model gives a 37.5% chance ⭐ for a win of Salford City vs Manchester City with odds of 51 at Betfair.
Manchester City vs Salford City Form
Manchester City and Salford City Last Matches
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
4 Jan 2025 - Premier League
29 Dec 2024 - Premier League
26 Dec 2024 - Premier League
21 Dec 2024 - Premier League
15 Dec 2024 - Premier League
11 Dec 2024 - Champions League
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
4 Jan 2025 - Premier League
26 Dec 2024 - Premier League
15 Dec 2024 - Premier League
4 Dec 2024 - Premier League
26 Nov 2024 - Champions League
23 Nov 2024 - Premier League
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
4/6 (67%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
29 Dec 2024 - Premier League
21 Dec 2024 - Premier League
11 Dec 2024 - Champions League
7 Dec 2024 - Premier League
1 Dec 2024 - Premier League
9 Nov 2024 - Premier League
6/6 (100%)
0/6 (0%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
4 Jan 2025 - League Two
1 Jan 2025 - League Two
29 Dec 2024 - League Two
26 Dec 2024 - League Two
21 Dec 2024 - League Two
14 Dec 2024 - League Two
6/6 (100%)
0/6 (0%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
29 Dec 2024 - League Two
26 Dec 2024 - League Two
14 Dec 2024 - League Two
3 Dec 2024 - League Two
30 Nov 2024 - FA Cup
12 Nov 2024 - EFL Trophy
3/6 (50%)
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
4 Jan 2025 - League Two
1 Jan 2025 - League Two
21 Dec 2024 - League Two
7 Dec 2024 - League Two
16 Nov 2024 - League Two
29 Oct 2024 - League Two
Manchester City - Salford City: Form Analysis
The smiles are back at Manchester City after a very tough month of November. The Cityzens closed the year in style, beating Leicester City 2-0. They opened the new year in even better circumstances as they thumped West Ham United 4-1.
In that shape, City are on a three-match unbeaten run, and having lost the earlier three. It is so unlike Manchester City to win just three times in 16 away matches, but yes, that was their story for November and December.
City’s win over West Ham was their sixth in the last 10 matches.
Salford City are marking their FA Cup third round debut!
Salford City have a tough task on their hands but we doubt they will lose any sleep because of this game. In this encounter, they will arrive with zero pressure even as they mark the first time ever to play Manchester City.
However, knowing that City haven't been at their best, Salford will hope to take advantage here and cause the biggest shock. Playing in League Two, Salford downed another team from their league, Cheltenham Town 2-0, to book this slot.
They are on a good run, having won each of their last six matches. That run will lift them here, winning here will call for a lot more.
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Missing players
R. Dias
J. Stones
MidfielderO. Bobb
Rodri
Manchester City & Salford City Squad Analysis
There’s some good news coming from the Manchester City treatment room. Oscar Bobb is back in training after spending months out. He will, however, not be available for this match, as he works on his fitness.
City will still miss John Stones and Ruben Dias for this match while goalkeeper Ederson has a knock and remains a doubt. Spanish star Rodri is a long-term injury case and will continue with his recovery off the pitch.
Facing a League Two side, we expect a raft of changes from Man City.
Unlike Manchester City, Salford City will send out their strongest team.
Salford City do not have the luxury of resting their key players for this game. They must send out their best charges for this game and hope it goes well.
The first name on the team sheet will definitely be lead scorer Cole Stockton, who has netted six times in his last nine matches.
The visitors are, however, short in a number of positions, with James Chester, Francis Okoronkwo, Dan Chesters and Kelly Nmai all out injured.
Most goals and assists
Manchester City
Salford City
E. Haaland
(21 Goals)
C. Stockton
(7 Goals)
Savinho
(7 Assists)
Manchester City - Salford City Key Points
- Manchester City have one clean sheet in the last six matches.
- In their last 11 matches, Manchester City failed to score once.
- Both teams scored in four of Manchester City’s last five matches.
- Manchester City scored in each of the last 20 FA Cup matches.
- Salford scored in each of their last six matches.
- Both teams scored in three of Salford’s last four FA Cup matches.
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Our Manchester City vs Salford City Prediction
Salford are coming into a tough outing and will be treated to a baptism by fire. We don’t expect them to be under pressure in this game, but that will only make do with how the match pans out.
Manchester City may have struggled in recent matches, but we do not see them falling here. This is a match that should end within 90 minutes. Even with City as favorites, we will not be backing them to keep a clean sheet, as witnessed in their recent matches. Our prediction for Manchester City v Salford is for both teams to score.
Manchester City vs Salford City - Other Interesting Predictions
Over 3.5 goals
Manchester City’s last match produced five goals as they hammered West Ham United. This too is expected to produce a high score, as City haven't managed a lot of clean sheets lately.
Salford come with the shock element, while their recent matches have also had high scores. As a second prediction we are backing over 3.5 goals to be scored here.
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Manchester City vs Salford City match : Frequently asked questions
The Manchester City v Salford City match will be played at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester.
The Manchester City v Salford City match will be played on Saturday 11 January.
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