Burnley vs Manchester City 11.08.2023 Prediction: English Premier League

Match Overview

Burnley will host defending champions Manchester City in the first match of the new season of the Premier League on Friday. While Pep Guardiola's side will do whatever they can to not become complacent or take Burnley lightly, one cannot help but feel that the home team will be waiting for an opportunity to bring City down a peg or two. Having just been promoted into the top division, the Clarets will be keen on making a good start.

Key Highlights

Burnley, who are managed by former Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany, will be hoping to put in a good showing against a side that has rarely been known to put a foot wrong. The visiting side, who were beaten to the FA Community Shield by Arsenal last weekend by a last-minute goal scored by Leandro Trossard which took the game to penalties, will be keen on taking all the three points on offer for them here.

Injury Report

While young attacker Michael Obafemi is not available for selection owing to injury for Burnley, Manchester City will have to make do without the services of Nathan Ake, who appears to be lacking fitness.

Prediction

Defending champions Manchester City appear to be the overwhelming favourites to win this game. Burnley, despite their best intentions, might not be able to put a dent to the extremely tight defence that City have. Burnley have won just two matches out of the last five that they have played, and this will not augur well for the Clarets. Manchester City have scored ten goals in their last five matches, and will be expected to add more in this one.