2024-11-25 19:53:00
The UEFA Champions League, the world’s main club tournament, arrives at yet another decisive moment. And this Tuesday (26), Manchester City and Feyenoord face each other at the Etihad Stadium, at 5pm (Brasília time), in a match that will be valid for the opening of the 5th round of the qualifying phase of the tournament.
Separated by just 1 point in the competition table, the teams enter the field with the same objective: To gain points to leave the middle zone of the table and thus maintain a real chance of qualifying for the next phase. Promise of an excellent game on British soil.
Manchester City x Feyenoord; Where to watch live
The match between Manchester City and Feyenoord, which takes place this Tuesday (26th), at 5pm, and which is valid for the 5th round of the UEFA Champions League, will be broadcast live and exclusively on the MAX streaming platform, for the entire national territory.
See the match details below:
The broadcasting rights for the current edition of the UEFA Champions League were purchased by SBT and also by Grupo Warner. Therefore, the games are divided between SBT on open TV and TNT Sports (closed TV), in addition to games via streaming on MAX.
Probable lineups
Manchester City
On the Manchester City side, coach Pep Guardiola is trying to rebuild the team in a terrible moment, coming from 5 consecutive defeats. With the serious injury suffered by midfielder Rodri, City have not yet found a new way of acting.
Manchester City’s likely lineup has: Ederson; Walker, Stones, Akanji and Gvardiol; Gundogan, Bernardo Silva and Phil Foden; Savinho, Grealish (Doku) and Erling Haaland.
See Manchester City’s latest results for the season:
Feyenoord
On Feyenoord’s side, the tendency is for the base of the team that played in the last round of the UEFA Champions League to be maintained. On that occasion, the Dutch team lost to RB Salzburg, at home, 3-1.
Feyenoord’s likely lineup has: Wellenreuther; Lotomba, Trauner, Hancko and Hugo Bueno; Maduro, Ivanusec, Hwang In-Beom and Nieuwkoop; Osman and Igor Passion.
See Feyenoord’s latest results for the season:
Predictions for Manchester City x Feyenoord
Due to the local factor and great technical superiority, Manchester City is considered a big favorite, according to bookmakers. Check below the approximate quotes for the game’s final result market:
- Barcelona victory: 1.18
- Draw: 7.50
- Brest victory: 14.00
Furthermore, another market that can present good profitability in the match is goals, mainly due to the excellent offensive production of the English team this season. Check the approximate quotes for this market:
- Over 1.5 goals: 1.08
- Over 2.5 goals: 1.35
- Over 3.5 goals: 2.00
- Over 4.5 goals: 3.30
- Over 5.5 goals: 6.00
Finally, you can also make your guess about the players’ individual performance. Therefore, here are some options with good return potential:
- For Haaland to score at any time: 1.45
- For 1 shot on goal by Haaland: 1.06
Confrontation history
Throughout history, Manchester City and Feyenoord have faced each other on 2 occasions. In this retrospective, the English team won both times and even did not concede goals. Check out the scores from this duel below:
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How does Alex Johnson evaluate Feyenoord’s chances in the upcoming match compared to Manchester City’s current form?
**Interview with Football Analyst, Alex Johnson**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Alex. There’s a lot to unpack with the upcoming UEFA Champions League match between Manchester City and Feyenoord. What are your initial thoughts on this matchup?
**Alex Johnson:** Thank you for having me! This match is particularly intriguing given both teams’ current situations. Manchester City, despite their historical strength, is struggling with five consecutive defeats, which is quite unusual for them. On the other hand, Feyenoord is coming off a solid 3-0 win against Heerenveen, so they will likely be riding high on confidence.
**Interviewer:** Yes, City has been underperforming, especially with the injury to Rodri. How do you think this absence impacts their chances?
**Alex Johnson:** Rodri is a key player for Manchester City, both defensively and in transitioning play. His absence has forced Pep Guardiola to experiment with formations, which hasn’t quite worked out yet. Without his influence in midfield, they might struggle to control the game against a well-organized team like Feyenoord.
**Interviewer:** Speaking of Feyenoord, their recent performances show a mix of results. How do you rate their chances against City?
**Alex Johnson:** Feyenoord has been consistent in their domestic league, but they’ve faced challenges in Europe, particularly with their recent defeat to RB Salzburg. However, if they can replicate their attacking form, as seen against Heerenveen, they could exploit Manchester City’s defensive vulnerabilities, especially given City’s current lack of form.
**Interviewer:** What are the key battles to watch for this match?
**Alex Johnson:** The midfield battle will be crucial. We’ll be looking at how Feyenoord’s midfielders, like Maduro and Hwang In-Beom, match up against City’s Gundogan and Bernardo Silva. Additionally, City’s defense must find a way to contain Erling Haaland, who is always a goal threat. On the flip side, Feyenoord’s defense will need to hold strong against City’s forwards, particularly if Grealish or Doku play a key role.
**Interviewer:** Lastly, what are your predictions for the game?
**Alex Johnson:** It’s hard to predict with both teams in such fluctuating form, but I believe it will be a close match. If City can regain some confidence, they might edge it out. However, don’t count out Feyenoord—they’re capable of causing an upset. I’d say a draw is possible, maybe 2-2.
**Interviewer:** Great insights, Alex! We appreciate your time and knowledge ahead of this exciting clash.
**Alex Johnson:** Thank you! I’m looking forward to the match; it should be a fantastic spectacle.
