Manchester City look like a side that has given up on its ambition of defending the league title and need to get back to winning ways when they face Sheffield United. A painful defeat at Wolves has left Pep Guardiola’s men at 14 points adrift of table-toppers Liverpool. It is a rarity, but Manchester City have endured two defeats in their last five games which is never good when involved in a crunch title race. Sheffield United have been one of the surprise packages this season and have exceeded expectations. A win surprisingly could see them go 4th in the table provided Chelsea lose their early game against Arsenal. Manchester City Vs Sheffield United Live Football Score Updates.
Ederson is suspended for the home side, which means Claudio Bravo will continue to start between the sticks. David Silva and John Stones are a major doubt for the game due to fitness issues while Benjamin Mendy could lose his place in the starting eleven after that howlers against Wolves. The front three of Raheem Sterling, Sergio Aguero and Riyad Mahrez has done the business time and again for City and should start again. Kevin de Bruyne in midfield is the chief playmaker of this side and could be the difference between the two teams. MCI vs SHF Dream11 Prediction in Premier League 2019–20: Tips to Pick Best Team for Manchester City vs Sheffield United Football Match.
Dean Henderson in goal for Sheffield United has an added incentive to do well against Manchester City due to his Manchester United connections. Their five-man midfield has a double pivot of Oliver Norwood and John Fleck that adds defensive surety. Oli McBurnie is likely to drop to the bench with Lys Mousset taking up his place in the attacking third. He will have David McGoldrick as his strike partner.
When is Manchester City vs Sheffield United, Premier League 2019/20 Season Football Match? Know Week 20 Fixture Date, Time and Venue Details
Manchester City vs Sheffield United will take place on late December 29, 2019, Sunday at the Etihad Stadium (City of Manchester Stadium). Manchester City vs Sheffield United is scheduled to start at 11:30 pm IST (Indian Standard Time).
Where to Watch the Live Telecast of Manchester City vs Sheffield United, Premier League 2019/20 Season Football Match? TV Channels in India
Manchester City vs Sheffield United live telecast will be available on Star Sports, which is the official broadcaster of English Premier League 2019-20 in India. Manchester City vs Sheffield United fixture will be telecast live on Star Sports Select 1, and Star Sports Select HD 1 channels.
How to Watch the Free Live Streaming Online of Manchester City vs Sheffield United, Premier League 2019/20 Season Football Match?
Manchester City vs Sheffield United live streaming is available, courtesy Hotstar as it is the official streaming partner of Premier League 2019-20. Meanwhile, football fans can follow LatestLY for Manchester City vs Sheffield United match updates. Manchester City are yet to taste defeat against Sheffield United and playing at home should see them secure an easy win.
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