Man City v Tottenham

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Manchester City slumped to a fourth defeat in all competitions when they were dealt a 2-1 loss away from home at Brighton in the Premier League just before the international break, while Tottenham's inconsistent streak reared its head once more when the north London club suffered a 2-1 loss at home to newcomers Ipswich Town.

City manager, Pep Guardiola, has now overseen an unprecedented four defeats on the trot for the first time in his managerial career but it is worth noting that each of The Citizens' four losses have all been inflicted upon them away from home.

Defeats to Tottenham (League Cup), Bournemouth and Brighton (Premier League) and Sporting Lisbon (Champions League) have contributed to the slowing down of Manchester City's previous impressive start to this top flight campaign and the upcoming Saturday evening's hosts now find themselves five points adrift of the league leaders, Liverpool.

Nevertheless, Manchester City still remain unbeaten at home so far in this season's Premier League campaign, picking up four wins within their opening five home games, but in view of their recent four-match losing streak, it may be better to consider the goals market for this upcoming fixture.

Indeed, seven out of Manchester City's last 10 matches in all competitions have resulted in both teams hitting the back of the net.

Could the real Tottenham please stand up? It's a familiar phrase used in most of Tottenham's previous campaigns in the Premier League as the north London club find themselves occupying a disappointing mid-table position of 10th place in the Premier League table.

Despite Tottenham manager, Ange Postecoglou's claims that he “usually wins something in the second season of being at a club”, Spurs look a long way off from achieving any sort of trophy right now as their inconsistent streak is very much alive and kicking this term.

Indeed, five wins, one draw but five defeats underlines Tottenham's frustrating start to this English top flight season, one that has mixed impressive wins against the likes of Manchester United 3-0 and Aston Villa 4-1 with depressing defeats at the hands of Crystal Palace and Ipswich Town.

In addition, Tottenham have managed to capture just two wins from their previous 11 outings on the road in the English top flight, slipping to seven defeats in the process.

Therefore, the straight win market should also be avoided if Spurs are involved but the goals market continues to look a promising prospect for this upcoming clash at the Etihad Stadium as seven out of Tottenham's 11 league matches played to date have also resulted in both teams scoring.

Manchester City v Tottenham Verdict

Despite some ordinary and disappointing results of late, both Manchester City and Tottenham look capable of at least scoring in this upcoming encounter.

Therefore, our main bet will be BTTS Yes @ 1.50

Other side bets worth considering:

Manchester City win & BTTS Yes @ 2.50

Correct Score: Manchester City 2-1 @ 9.50