When is the Man City vs Brighton Carabao Cup match?

The Carabao Cup tie takes place on Wednesday.

What were the weekend results for Manchester City and Brighton?

Manchester City lost to Aston Villa and Brighton lost 2-0 to Liverpool.

Manchester City And Brighton Meet In Carabao Cup After Weekend Defeats

Manchester City and Brighton both experienced rare weekend defeats and aim to recover when they meet in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday.

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Man City vs Brighton preview

Man City and Brighton experienced just their second losses of the season across all competitions during the weekend.

When City equalized against Aston Villa on Saturday, they appeared in complete control and positioned to secure a win.

However, Villa claimed victory, handing City their initial league defeat of the season.

Uncertainty remains surrounding club sanctions and verdicts, making a cup run and victory a potential source of satisfaction during a turbulent campaign.

This tournament has favored them previously, capturing the trophy seven times since 2013/14, and their squad depth supports competing on multiple fronts.

Brighton dropped a 2-0 match at Liverpool, with a loss at Stamford Bridge serving as their only other defeat this term.

That result also concluded a five-game run of clean sheets, which encompassed two European matches and a victory against Arsenal.

The Seagulls secured draws on their previous two trips to the Etihad and remain undefeated through the past four matchups across all competitions, entering without apprehension.

Man City vs Brighton odds

Man City to win 13/20 with Betfred
Draw 3/1 with Sky Bet
Brighton to win 10/3 with Paddy Power

Odds remain accurate at publication time and may alter.

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Man City vs Brighton betting tips

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The fixture possesses the qualities of a top-tier cup match at the Etihad.

Both squads lack familiarity with losing and certainly wish to avoid consecutive defeats.

Brighton remain unbeaten across their last four matches against Man City and recorded back-to-back draws at this venue. Current form points toward a third consecutive stalemate.

Match to end a draw and both teams to score at 4/1 with William Hill

First goalscorer and correct score prediction

First goalscorer: Phil Foden at 5/1 with BOYLE Sports
Correct score: 1-1 at 7/1 with Betfred

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