Man City vs Brighton prediction and odds ahead of Premier League clash

Manchester City is gearing up to face Brighton at the Etihad Stadium this Saturday, hoping to reset their season after a string of unexpected losses. The reigning European champions have suffered three consecutive defeats, a rarity for Pep Guardiola's side. Two of these defeats came in the Premier League against Wolves and Arsenal, while the other was in the Carabao Cup against Newcastle United.

Guardiola's side are the favourites going into this match at 4/11 with Betfred while Roberto De Zerbi's side are 13/2 to produce a shock in Manchester while a draw is 4/1. City currently finds themselves in third place in the league table as this season has seen them struggle at times, especially with the absence of key player Kevin de Bruyne, whose injury has been a significant blow to the team.

Meanwhile, Brighton enters the match as the top scorers in the Premier League, having netted an impressive 21 goals in just eight games. Their attacking prowess has made them an entertaining team to watch. However, their defensive record leaves much to be desired, with 16 goals conceded so far, making them the fourth-worst defence in the league.

Despite their goal-scoring abilities, Brighton has also been going through a rough patch recently. They have managed only two draws and a defeat in their last three league matches. This dip in form adds an element of unpredictability to the upcoming clash between City and Brighton.

As City looks to regain their winning form and climb back up the table, they must be prepared for a tough challenge from Brighton. The Seagulls' attacking threat combined with City's recent defensive vulnerabilities could make for an exciting and closely contested match.

Both teams to score - 8/13

Over 2.5 goals - 2/5