Chelsea vs Man City Predictions & Tips - City backed to down the Blues in FA Cup semi-final

Ralph Staniforth

Editor

Last updated: 15 Apr 2021

Share

Ralph Staniforth 15 Apr 2021

Share this article

Chelsea vs Man City predictions for Saturday’s FA Cup semi-final
The tie is being played at 6.30pm SAST at Wembley Stadium
Man City have won 28 of their last 30 matches across all competitions
I'm tipping City to win in London
Betting tips, predictions and team news for Chelsea vs Man City

Expired

Chelsea vs Man City Predictions

Manchester City are the best team in world football right now and are tipped to knock out Chelsea in the FA Cup semi-finals on Saturday at Wembley in London.

Chelsea have lost 2 of their last 4 matches (all competitions).
Man City have won 6 of their last 9 matches against Chelsea (all competitions).
Man City have won 3 of their last 4 matches against Chelsea (Premier League).
Man City have won 28 of their last 30 matches (all competitions).

Head to Head

Chelsea have a 68-59 advantage against Man City with 39 draw in 166 matches.

Man City have won three of the last four meetings in the Premier League and won the 2018/19 League Cup in a penalty shootout.

Chelsea Form

Chelsea have been in fine form since Thomas Tuchel replaced Frank Lampard as manager in January. They have been keeping plenty of clean sheets and are alive in three competitions.

Tuchel’s side kept seven consecutive clean sheets including 2-0 home wins against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League and Sheffield United in the FA Cup.

The Blues returned to the Premier League with shock 5-2 home defeat to West Brom. There were some excuses with Thiago Silva sent off in the 27th minute.

Chelsea got past Porto in the Champions League quarter-finals. They won 2-0 in the first leg and conceded a late goal to go down 1-0 in the second leg.

Chelsea demolished Crystal Palace 4-1 in the Premier League on Saturday. They had 23-1 shots with Kai Havertz, Christian Pulisic (2) and Kurt Zouma on target.

Chelsea Injuries and Team News

Chelsea midfielder Mateo Kovacic is out with a hamstring injury.

Kepa Arrizabalaga could come back into the starting side for the FA Cup.

Manchester City Form

Manchester City have won 28 of their last 30 matches and are the form team in Europe.

Pep Guardiola’s side won 2-0 at Everton in the FA Cup before a 2-0 win at Leicester in the Premier League.

Man City beat Borussia Dortmund 2-1 in both legs in the Champions League quarter-finals. They dominated the German club, Phil Foden scoring in both games and are on target for four trophies this season.

City’s last Premier League match was a shock 2-1 home defeat to Leeds on Saturday despite having 71% possession and 29-2 shots.

Manchester City Injuries & Team News

Sergio Agüero is doubtful here with Pep Guardiola set to make some changes.

Aymeric Laporte, Joao Cancelo, Raheem Sterling and Gabriel Jesus will be hoping to start at Wembley.

Chelsea vs Man City Live Stream FAQ

Where can I watch the Chelsea vs Man City live stream?

Check our live streaming calendar to see where to watch the Chelsea vs Man City live stream.

Where can I watch free FA Cup live streaming?

Our live streaming calendar shows you where to watch free FA Cup live streaming.

Verdict

Chelsea v Man City

Chelsea have been very difficult to get the better of recently, but Manchester City are the biggest test for any side in football right now. Pep Guardiola’s charges are much further ahead in their development versus that of the Blues and can win to reach the FA Cup final.

Man City Win

Full Time Result

@9/11 - 4 Units

R1000 Free Bet

with promo code BETS

Join betway South Africa with promo code BETS and get a R1000 Sign up Bet. T&Cs apply. No persons under the age of 18 years are permitted to gamble. Winners know when to stop. National Responsible Gambling Programme: 0800 006 008. Warning: Gambling involves risk. By gambling on this website, you run the risk that you may lose.

Bet at betway