Tottenham vs ManCity Live updates

With the Premier League and European fixtures taking a backseat, the EFL Cup becomes the focal point of the midweek action, as Manchester City travel to Tottenham Hotspur for a mouth-watering tie (8:15pm, Sky Sports Main Event).

Pep Guardiola, who tasted his first success with City in this very competition, has a penchant for the EFL Cup, having previously guided the Citizens to four successive triumphs between 2018 and 2021.

Despite City’s recent lacklustre showings in the EFL Cup, bookmakers have installed them as the favorites to secure the silverware in March at odds of 5/2, with Arsenal—who last won the trophy in 1993—trailing behind at 5/1.

Tottenham Hotspur, who last won a major trophy in 2008, will be eager to end their trophy drought under manager Ange Postecoglou, who has the uncanny knack of winning a trophy in his second season at any club. Spurs are priced at 12/1 with betting sites to lift the EFL Cup come March.

The bookies have tipped a closely contested encounter at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with odds of 6/4 available for Spurs to eke out a victory and 17/10 for City to claim the spoils.

Manchester City’s recent home win against Southampton may give them the psychological edge, while Tottenham will be eager to bounce back from their narrow defeat against Crystal Palace.

It promises to be a fascinating contest, with both sides desperate to progress and take a step closer to EFL Cup glory.

While the EFL Cup may not carry the same prestige as the Premier League or the UEFA Champions League, it still offers a chance for both teams to lay down a marker and assert their dominance in English football.

For Manchester City, a win would not only extend their impressive record in this competition but also serve as a timely reminder of their trophy-winning pedigree.

Meanwhile, for Tottenham, a victory would not only lift the spirits of their long-suffering fans but also provide a much-needed injection of confidence and momentum as they look to mount a serious challenge in other competitions this season.

As the two teams prepare to lock horns in this EFL Cup tie, a plethora of fascinating subplots are likely to unfold.

One key area to watch will be the battle in midfield, where Manchester City’s precision and control will be put to the test against Tottenham’s high-octane, pressing game.

Another intriguing aspect will be the tussle between Tottenham’s attacking players, such as the enigmatic Richarlison and the clinical Harry Kane, and City’s imperious defense, marshaled by the experienced Aymeric Laporte and the dynamic João Cancelo.

With both teams boasting a wealth of attacking talent, goals could well be on the cards in this game. However, the outcome could ultimately hinge on which side is able to assert their dominance in the early stages.

For Tottenham, the importance of a fast start cannot be overstated. If they are able to take the game to Manchester City, unsettling their rhythm and unsettling their players, then they could well establish a foothold in the match that will be difficult to dislodge.

Meanwhile, Manchester City’s experience and know-how in these types of games could prove invaluable.

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• VAVEL – Tottenham vs Manchester City live score update, stream info and how to watch EFL cup match
• Sportmole – Wednesdays EFL cup predictions including Tottenham vs ManCity sports
• TheIndependent – Tottenham v Man City predictions EFL cup betting tips and odds