The reigning champions are just a step away from retaining the coveted title and establishing themselves as the victor ludorum of Premier League of the present times. However, small mistakes might cost the Citizens as Liverpool gives them a stiff fight on the final days of the league.
Manchester City are currently the numero uno on the points table with 90 points and also maintains a better goal difference than the Merseyriders who are just 1 point behind them at No.2. If Manchester City ensures a victory over Villa of the same or higher margin than Liverpool if they win against Wolves, the trophy goes to Etihad once again. But hiccups for Guardiola’s men might give the Reds a chance to clinch their second Premier League title and nicely set them up for a historic quadruple before the Champions League final. Aston Villa too will eye for a spot in the Top 10 and end the season on a euphoric high.
Match Details
| Match | Manchester City VS Aston Villa |
| Date | Sunday, May 22, 2022 |
| Time | 08:30 pm (IST) |
| Venue | Etihad Stadium |
MCI vs AVL Broadcast details: Where to watch the live match?
Premier League matches are broadcasted on Star Sports Select HD channels. Viewers can also tune into Disney+ Hotstar app for the online stream and highlights.
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Weather Forecast
A sunny afternoon is expected with light showers. Temperature is expected to be around 18°C at kickoff.
MCI vs AVL: Head to Head Stats
Manchester City clearly have had the edge over the Villans in Premier League with 27 wins in 43 games. Aston Villa have had the upper hand on only 7 occasions. 9 matches have ended in a draw. At home, Man City has hosted Villa on 19 occasions with a stellar track record of 17 wins and 2 defeats.
MCI vs AVL: Dream 11 Top Picks and Player Stats
Kevin De Bruyne
The 2021-22 Premier League Player of The Season will look to end this campaign on another spectacular high and set the seal on the title coming back home. With a career-best aggregate of 15 goals and 7 assists, the midfielder’s golden run is a huge reason behind City’s success this season.
Raheem Sterling
The English forward is enjoying a purple patch and his pace and attacking skill can leave any defence clueless in crunch situations of a game. So far he has netted on 13 occasions alongside 4 assists to his name.
Fernandinho
9 years since joining the City camp, the Brazilian midfielder has always been a crucial player in the XI. The 37-year old will now be eyeing his 5th Premeir League title when walks into the Etihad Stadium for the last time in the Man City jersey.
MCI vs AVL: Dream 11 Fantasy Team
- Goal-Keeper: Martinez
- Defender: Cancelo, Laporte, Zinchenko, Digne
- Mid-Fielder: De Bruyne, Fernandinho, Nakamba,
- Forward: Sterling, Ings, Watkins
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Dream11 Captain & Vice-Captain Choice For Today’s Match
- Captain: De Bruyne
- Vice-Captain: Raheem Sterling
MCI vs AVL: Predicted Lineup
Manchester City Predicted Starting XI (4-3-3) : Ederson; Cancelo, Stones, Laporte, Zinchenko; Rodri, Gundogan, Bernardo; Sterling, De Bruyne, Mahrez
Aston Villa Predicted Starting XI (4-3-1-2) : Martinez; Cash, Chambers, Mings, Digne; McGinn, Nakamba, Douglas Luiz; Coutinho; Ings, Watkins
MCI vs AVL Prediction: Who Will Win this match?
After a season-long high voltage action on the field, Premier League is all set to meet an epic finale on Sunday when the claim for the title still remains on stake for the Citizens and the Reds. Aston Villa coach Steven Gerrard is an all-time Liverpool legend. Thus, he will not be on the backfoot and inspire his boys to pull off a stunner for a satisfying finish to their campaign and present a chance to rejoice in the Merseyside. Peo Guardiola knows how important this final fixture can be for his team and has thereby called upon fans to “give their lives” to the club at Etihad. No doubt, Manchester City are fairly ahead of Villa in this contest but who knows what follows in such high pressure clashes.
