Defending champions Manchester City will face Sheffield United at the Etihad Stadium today in the Premier League.
City are in good form after registering victory in the Club World Cup, earlier this month, while also beating Everton 3-1 on their return to domestic football.
City were behind at Goodison Park but the visitors hit back after half-time with goals from Phil Foden, Julian Alvarez and Bernardo Silva.
However, City won’t take the Blades lightly following the return of Chris Wilder.
After replacing Paul Heckingbottom, Sheffield United have bagged four points and earned a draw at Aston Villa in their last away trip.
In the reverse fixture in August, Guardiola’s team clinched three points in a 2-1 success with a late goal by Rodrigo.
Man City vs Sheffield United prediction
It is an important match for the home side as they look to cut the gap at the top of the table to two points. Liverpool are at the top of the table currently with 42 points, while City are in fourth with 37.
Manchester City are likely to win their clash against Sheffield United, who are currently placed at the bottom of the points table.
Prediction: Man City 3-1 Sheffield United
Man City vs Sheffield United Head-to-Head
Manchester City have registered wins in their last six meeting, with their only loss in 11 came during the fourth round of the FA Cup in January 2008.
Sheffield United have not won even a single game in 12 away games against City in all competitions.
The Blades also didn’t get on the scoresheet in any of their nine most recent league trips to Manchester City.
Man City vs Sheffield United Team News
Manchester City’s John Stones will miss the match because of the ankle injury he suffered against Everton on Wednesday.
Kevin de Bruyne and Erling Haaland will also not feature in the clash despite recovering from injury.
Anel Ahmedhodzic and Gustavo Hamer are both suspended for Sheffield United. Meanwhile, loanee James McAtee is ineligible to face his parent club.