Manchester City vs Tottenham Hotspur 23 Aug 2025
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This match is played on date 23 Aug 2025
This match takes place in Etihad Stadium (Manchester) – In championship competitions Premier League by Season 2025/2026
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Manchester City vs Tottenham Hotspur |
| Competition | Premier League – Matchday 3 |
| Date | Saturday, August 23, 2025 |
| Kick-off Time | 17:30 BST (16:30 UTC) |
| Venue | Etihad Stadium, Manchester |
| Referee | Michael Oliver |
| Broadcast | Sky Sports Premier League, NBC Sports (US) |
| Last Meeting | Tottenham 2–3 Manchester City (May 2025) |
| Head-to-Head | Man City: 15 wins, Tottenham: 7 wins, Draws: 8 |
🔎 Overview
The Premier League returns with a blockbuster as reigning champions Manchester City host Tottenham Hotspur at the Etihad Stadium. Both teams are aiming to consolidate strong starts to the 2025/26 season in front of passionate crowds.
Manchester City, managed by Pep Guardiola, are looking to continue their dominance in England, blending tactical mastery with world-class talent like Erling Haaland and Kevin De Bruyne. Their fluid attacking style and rock-solid defense make them formidable at home.
Tottenham, under Ange Postecoglou, have revamped their squad with exciting signings and look to challenge the established top teams. With Harry Kane leading the attack and a creative midfield, Spurs will be eager to secure a positive result away from home.
📊 Head-to-Head Stats
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🆚 Total Matches: 30 (Premier League era)
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✅ Manchester City Wins: 15
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✅ Tottenham Wins: 7
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🟰 Draws: 8
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⚽ Last Meeting: Tottenham 2–3 Manchester City (May 2025)
Recent encounters have been thrilling, with City edging Spurs in tight contests.
🧠 Tactical Preview
🟥 Manchester City
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Manager: Pep Guardiola
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Formation: 4-3-3
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Strengths: Possession dominance, intricate passing, clinical finishing
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Concerns: Occasionally vulnerable to fast counters
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Key Player: Erling Haaland – The lethal striker expected to spearhead City’s attack
⬜ Tottenham Hotspur
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Manager: Ange Postecoglou
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Formation: 4-2-3-1
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Strengths: High pressing, quick transitions, set pieces
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Weaknesses: Defensive organization against possession-heavy teams
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Key Player: Harry Kane – Veteran striker and team captain critical to Spurs’ hopes
📉 Form Guide (Last 5 Matches)
| Team | Form (W-D-L) |
|---|---|
| Manchester City | 🟩 🟩 🟰 🟩 🟩 (Premier League + UCL) |
| Tottenham Hotspur | 🟩 🟰 🟩 🟥 🟩 (Premier League + UCL) |
🎯 Prediction
Manchester City 3–1 Tottenham Hotspur
City’s quality and home advantage are likely to see them through, but Spurs’ pace and pressing could make this an entertaining and competitive fixture.
Manchester City
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