Manchester City vs Liverpool: FA Community Shield betting prediction

The curtain raiser for the new Premier League season will see Liverpool take on last season's domestic treble-winning Manchester City at Wembley. It will be an intriguing battle between the top two from last season, and the two teams that many believe will be fighting it out for the top honour next season. New sports betting site 22BET offers its own prediction on the match.

Manchester City vs Liverpool Preview It has been a contrasting off-season for these two Premier League giants, with Manchester City remaining unbeaten in regulation time throughout their fixtures, while Liverpool have won just one of their last four fixtures. Off the field, there has also been a significant arrival at the Etihad in Rodri, which fills a position that Pep Guardiola has been looking to strengthen ever since arrival in England.

Meanwhile, Liverpool haven't brought in a first-team player and have just signed players with an eye for the future. Sadio Mane, Mohamed Salah and Roberto Firmino all returned for their recent 3-1 over Lyon. The trio all had a busy summer representing their countries at either the Africa Cup of Nations or the Copa America, and Jurgen Klopp is already concerned with how the lack of summer break may impact their performance levels throughout the season.

City wrapped up their preparations for the new season with a commanding 3-1 win over Yokohama FM in Japan. Kevin De Bruyne, Raheem Sterling and Luka Nmecha were the goalscorers on that occasion, and Sterling is likely to lead the line against his former side in the Community Shield after Guardiola has allowed an extra break for Sergio Aguero and Gabriel Jesus following their efforts in the Copa America.

Head to Head Liverpool holds the clear advantage in the head to head after winning on 104 occasions compared to City's 55. There have also been 53 draws, but this marks the first time that the clubs have met in the Community Shield. City were successful in this event last season and will be looking to repeat their performance against Liverpool from their previous encounter, which the Citizens won 2-1 thanks to a late goal by Leroy Sane.

Manchester City vs Liverpool Betting Tip This should be an interesting matchup, as we finally see how the leading sides for the Premier League are shaping up ahead of the new season. City will likely win the game, but it will be interesting to see how Liverpool defend after they have been dreadful throughout pre-season so far.

Tip: Manchester City likely to win at 1.87 with 22BET. Make sure to use their betting welcome bonus before eyeing in on the match.