Manchester City aims to qualify for next season`s Champions League as they face Bournemouth in a Premier League match on Tuesday. Currently sitting sixth with a game in hand, City must win their remaining two fixtures to guarantee a spot in the upcoming UCL campaign. Their opponents, Bournemouth, are 11th in the league and previously defeated Man City 2-1 at home in November.
The match is scheduled for a 3 p.m. ET kickoff at Etihad Stadium in Manchester. In the betting markets, Manchester City is the favorite at -200 odds (implying a $200 bet wins $100), while Bournemouth is the underdog at +500. A draw is offered at +375, and the total goals line is set at 3.5. Expert analysis from SportsLine`s Jon `Buckets` Eimer is available for those considering wagers.
Jon Eimer, recognized as SportsLine`s top soccer expert in 2023, achieved a record of 248-234-12 (+25.93 units) on his featured picks. More recently, he boasts a strong record of 260-133-1 with over 90 units of profit across different platforms over a two-month period, suggesting significant returns for those who followed his advice.
Jon Eimer`s Recommended Bets
Eimer`s recommended bets for the Man City vs. Bournemouth match on Tuesday are as follows:
- Manchester City to win the first half (-110)
- Omar Marmoush to score or provide an assist (-125)
A victory in their remaining two matches, including this home fixture, would secure Manchester City`s Champions League qualification. There might also be added motivation following their recent 1-0 defeat to Crystal Palace in the FA Cup final, making a strong finish to the season crucial. The expert predicts this motivation will drive City to perform well at home, particularly in the first half, hence the pick for Manchester City to lead at halftime at -110 odds.
According to Eimer, Marmoush, a January signing from Frankfurt, operates just behind the main striker and has already contributed to six goals (scoring or assisting) in his initial 12 starts. Eimer notes that when opponents focus their defensive efforts on limiting Haaland, Marmoush often finds space to exploit.
The odds for this player prop (Marmoush scoring or assisting) are currently -130.
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