Chris Sutton’s Premier League Predictions: Manchester City vs. Tottenham

Chris Sutton is providing predictions for every one of the 380 Premier League matches this season, collaborating with various guests. For the 12th week, his opponent in this segment is Peter Hooton, a singer from The Farm and a Liverpool supporter. The Farm’s latest single, “Forever & Ever,” is currently available, and their new album, “Let The Music (Take Control),” is scheduled for release in May 2025. Sutton’s forecast for the match is 3-1. He suggests that Pep Guardiola’s contract extension with Manchester City has significantly annoyed other football fans. He envisions frustration from supporters in Liverpool, north London, and the red half of Manchester, given City’s historical dominance under Guardiola. Despite their current form, marked by a streak of four consecutive defeats, City remains in second place, trailing the top spot by only five points. Sutton anticipates that Guardiola’s new agreement will energize the team, leading to a recovery in performance. Tottenham has also been labeled a ‘crisis club’ this season, yet they are merely three points shy of third place. The league standings are notably tight, implying that any mid-table team securing a few consecutive victories could ascend significantly. However, Sutton does not foresee Spurs achieving a positive result at Etihad Stadium. He predicts a high-scoring game, attributing this to Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou’s consistent tactical approach. Although Postecoglou’s team has already defeated City once this season in the Carabao Cup, Sutton believes Pep Guardiola’s side will prevail on this occasion. Hooton’s prediction is 2-1. He states that Spurs, under Postecoglou, can be “absolutely fantastic” and display “swashbuckling stuff,” expressing his enjoyment in watching them, though noting their unpredictable nature. Regarding City, Hooton views this match as a “must-win game” for them, drawing a parallel to Arsenal’s situation against Nottingham Forest, especially with their upcoming game at Anfield next week. He anticipates Pep Guardiola will emphasize this to his team, leading them to return to winning form. For comprehensive predictions and to share your opinion, click here. Sandi Toksvig will be accompanied by Gyles Brandreth, Lulu, Emmanuel Sonubi, and Alan Davies. Take the stage for songs by Queen, Taylor Swift, Bon Jovi, Katy Perry, and others. Ben Fogle and Kate Humble return for the holiday celebrations at Longleat Safari Park. Topics range from microplastics in our atmosphere, ground, and aquatic systems, to the amount of food waste generated annually. © 2024 BBC. The BBC disclaims responsibility for the content found on external websites. Information regarding our external linking policy is available here.