Two and a Half Goals: Must win City to produce goals at the Etihad

 

Manchester City could be 15 points adrift in the title race by the time they face Chelsea, and you can rest assured they'll be going for goals against Chelsea says The Inside Man...

 

Man City v Chelsea

 

I suspect Man City still have some sting left in their tail and won't be giving up on their title chances just yet. I also think it will be Chelsea who pay the price for being in the wrong place, at the wrong time.

 

Not that these are the best of times for Chelsea anyway. They slumped to an abject draw with Sparta Prague in midweek and have an ever-growing number of fans who want boss Rafa Benitez to depart. Also, consistency has been in short supply for the Blues of late, with dropped points coming against Southampton and Reading and Newcastle.

 

But despite their sketchy form, there's been no lack of goals. Eight of Chelsea's last 10 matches were high-scoring, at an average of almost four goals per games. Moreover, eight of their last ten away games have also been full of goals.

 

City meanwhile are raring to go. Roberto Mancini has star striker Sergio Aguerro back fit, and has challenged his side to finish the season strongly. And I think they'll do just that, in a goal-packed game that should prove the highlight of the weekend.

 

Recommended Bet: Back Over 2.5 Goals @ 1.8

 

 

Wolves v Cardiff

 

These two sides could be playing in different divisions next year, with Cardiff leading the promotion race and Wolves currently in the relegation zone. That said though, the seemingly big difference between these sides may not be too apparent on Sunday, as I just don't see there being many goals.

 

The reason I say that, is because Cardiff like to keep things tight on their travels. Of their last five away games, two ended in 1-0 wins and two ended goalless, with only a 2-1 win at Blackpool ruining the low-scoring run. Moreover, seven of the Welsh side's last 10 games anywhere have been short on goals. Cardiff are in grind mode at present, and will be looking to eke out another 1-0 win this weekend, to edge them towards their return to the Premier League.

 

And that should suit Wolves just fine. For them, every point is precious at the moment. Indeed a draw here could be enough to get Wolves out of the drop zone, if results go their way elsewhere. And so I expect caution from both sides. From Wolves, because they need to be, and from Cardiff because it simply serves them well.

 

Recommended Bet: Back Under 2.5 Goals @ 1.89

 

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