The start of the new season in England will be marked by the Super Cup match. Manchester City and Manchester United will compete for the trophy on August 10 at Wembley Stadium in London. Jarred Gillett has been appointed as the main referee and will blow the whistle at 17:00 Moscow time. The bookmakers have already made their predictions, so we will try our hand at it too.
What do bookmakers expect from the 2024 FA Super Cup final, Man City v Manchester United on August 10?
Despite the fact that Manchester United beat Manchester City in the FA Cup final at the end of May, bookmakers consider them the underdogs for the upcoming match. You can bet on the Red Devils’ victory in regular time at a rate of 4.80, which is approximately a 20% probability. The success of the “citizens” is available at 1.60, which is more than 60% probability.
If the score is tied at the end of the 90 minutes, the odds will be 4.90. At the same time, analysts believe that the match for the English Super Cup will be productive. You can bet on a total of over 2.5 goals at bookmakers with an odd of 1.48 and on a total of under 2.5 goals – with an odd of 2.65. The most likely result is 2:1 in favor of City.
The experts also predicted the possible protagonists of the match. If City striker Erling Haaland scores a goal, the odds will be 1.80. The Norwegian can bet on a hat-trick at 20.8. The Red Devils have the greatest faith in Marcus Rashford. His target is available at odds of 3.40. A precise shot from Jadon Sancho is also not ruled out.
Analysis and prediction for the match for the English Super Cup “Manchester City” – “Manchester United” (08.10.2024)
Manchester City are the favourites, there is no doubt about it. But it is far from being as obvious as it seems. Firstly, if only because they lost their last head-to-head with Manchester United in the FA Cup final. Yes, they won their fourth consecutive gold and set a Premier League record, but they were far from dominating and winning the treble.
City’s squad has remained largely unchanged, although Pep Guardiola will be missing a few players for the opening game of the season. Goalkeeper Ederson is an unknown having missed the last friendly. Also missing will be Euro 2024 finalists Rodri, Phil Foden, Kyle Walker and John Stones, who have yet to return to training.
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All of this is in the Red Devils’ favour. Fans have been waiting for the change of management and are already seeing changes. As soon as Jim Ratcliffe, until recently Britain’s richest man, arrived, hats immediately flew. Around 250 employees were made redundant and prominent football directors from City, Newcastle and Red Bull were invited back.
It is also important that Erik ten Hag, whose contract has been extended until 2026, cannot now squander his responsibilities, but instead focus solely on football. The Dutchman will be helped in this by new coaches, all of whom are of course fellow countrymen of Ten Hag. New player Joshua Zirkzee can also make his debut, but let us not forget Jadon Sancho, who has come to his senses.
Manchester United have not had a particularly good training camp in terms of results. They have only managed to win two of their five friendly matches, with three defeats, the last of which was a 3-0 defeat to Liverpool. However, the next meeting is a completely different matter: the title! And the Mancunians have won 21 of their last 30 Super Cups.
Of course, Manchester City will not simply give up the trophy. The attacking leaders are in place and in shape. Erling Haaland, for example, scored a hat-trick in the last friendly match against Chelsea as part of the tour of the United States. And in the last matches with Manchester United, the “citizens” win much more often. And yet, the “red devils” are able to surprise and even take the match to penalties.
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It’s also a question of motivation. Now United have a lot of new things inside the club and probably no one is used to the changes. However, winning the first trophy would be good for everyone. Ratcliffe – for his reputation, ten Hag and the players – for their confidence, the new management – to justify their trust. So we expect a fight from the Mancunians.
As a bet, you can bet on Manchester United to win with a handicap (+1), for which the bookmakers give a completely normal rate of 1.88. You will play if the Red Devils win by any score or draw in regular time. There is even a safety net: a refund if Manchester City wins by a minimum margin.
Tender: Manchester United win with a handicap (+1) by 1.88.
