Man City appear to have turned a corner results-wise after suffering back-to-back defeats to Tottenham and Brighton before the first international break of the season.
Granted, Scott Parker’s side have faced Manchester United and Liverpool during this period and another daunting task awaits this weekend.
Date, kick-off time and venue
Man City vs Burnley is scheduled for a 3pm BST kick-off on Saturday, September 27, 2025.
The match will take place at the Etihad Stadium, Manchester.
Where to watch Man City vs Burnley
TV channel: In the UK, the game will not be televised live as it lands during the 3pm Saturday blackout.
Free highlights: The Sky Sports app and YouTube channel will show highlights from 5.15pm BST with Match of the Day broadcasting on BBC One at 10.30pm.
Man City vs Burnley team news
Guardiola is expected to recall the likes of Erling Haaland, Rodri, Gianluigi Donnarumma, Ruben Dias, Jeremy Doku and captain Bernardo Silva after they were rested for the midweek win over Huddersfield.
Abdukodir Khusanov is set to miss the visit of Burnley through injury, thus joining Rayan Cherki, Omar Marmoush and Mateo Kovacic on the sidelines.
Rayan Ait-Nouri remains a doubt after missing the last four games.
Burnley could welcome back Jacob Bruun Larsen into the squad, but long-term absentee Zeki Amdouni is unavailable for selection alongside Jordan Beyer and Connor Roberts.
Familiar face: Kyle Walker
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Man City vs Burnley prediction
Trips to the Etihad for Burnley have been painful in recent years and it’s hard to see that changing this weekend. Man City are in decent form and we expect them to claim all three points.
Haaland has five goals in three appearances against the Clarets, and will be out to boost his golden boot hopes.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
Since a 1-1 draw in February 2018, Man City have dominated this fixture by winning the last 13 games in succession.
Man City vs Burnley match odds
Odds via Betfair (subject to change).
