Preston vs Manchester City Match Preview

This game is for the 32nd round of the English EFL Cup, between Preston who perform in Championship and Manchester City.

Preston made a strong beginning, proving their potential as one of the teams that will be fight for the promotion in the Premier League at the end of the season. That wasn't expected before the start of the season. They are coming from two consecutive wins in Championship, the most recent one was against Birmingham (1-0) on the road. They have a 5-1-2 record after 8 rounds and they are one point below the duo Leeds and Swansea are topping the League. Attackers Nugent and Moult, as well as defenders Clarke and Hughes won't be available tonight.

Manchester City was scaring in the first 18th minutes of the game against Watford when they scored 5 goals! Until the end of the game, they scored three more goals even they slowed their tempo, forming the incredible 8-0. Given that Liverpool had also a positive result, City remained at the second place of the table with a 5 points difference from the top. Central defenders Stones and Laporte, as well as midfielders Foden and Sane, are not available tonight.

Although Championship is Preston's main target, tonight's game is a great challenge against the top team of the country. On the other hand, the guests will make a heavy rotation as Guardiola did last season in this competition, however, City won the trophy in the end. There is a huge quality difference between these teams, so any other result apart from a Manchester City's comfortable win will be a surprise tonight. The away win with three or more goals difference is my call.