| Manchester City wins | Draw | Brighton & Hove Albion wins |
|---|---|---|
| 1.68 | 4.24 | 4.5 |
| Manchester City | Brighton & Hove Albion |
|---|---|
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LAST GAME: Aston Villa 2 - 1 Manchester City
| LAST GAME: Liverpool 2 - 0 Brighton & Hove Albion
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Event Details
- Date and Time: Wednesday, October 28, 2026, [TIME] PM ET (Time zone: Eastern Daylight Time)
- Venue: Etihad Stadium, Manchester
- Competition: EFL Cup, Round of 16
| Odds via 20Bet | |
| Manchester City vs Brighton | Wednesday, October 28, 2026 |
| Manchester City odds | -154 |
| Brighton odds | +340 |
| Draw | +340 |
| Over/Under Total 2.5 | -200/+154 |
| Betting Bonus | Up to 100 $/€ |
Manchester City vs Brighton Preview and Team News
Manchester City Team News
Enzo Maresca’s side arrive in search of a response after their first Premier League setback of 2026/27, a 2-1 defeat at Aston Villa on Saturday. Goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma’s error handed Villa a way back into the game, and the manager is expected to freshen things up.
Gerónimo Rulli should take over between the posts, while Erling Haaland, who has scored six times in his last four games, looks set for a rest. Antoine Semenyo is sidelined with a knee injury and Matheus Nunes is dealing with a groin problem. Maresca could make up to six changes in midfield and attack, with Phil Foden, Floyd Samba and Ayyoub Bouaddi all pushing for starts.
Manchester City predicted lineup vs Brighton (4-2-3-1): Rulli; Lewis, Reis, Guéhi, Aït-Nouri; Kovačić, Bouaddi; McAidoo, Foden, Allan; Samba.
Brighton Team News
Brighton have European commitments to juggle, so the domestic cup is unlikely to top Fabian Hürzeler’s list of priorities. Expect changes after Sunday’s 2-0 loss at Liverpool.
That opens the door for some of the club’s recent signings. Malick Yalcouyé, 20, has already scored twice in eight Premier League outings and could get the nod. He will look to run at City right-back Rico Lewis.
Kaoru Mitoma, Evan Ferguson, Stefanos Tzimas and Femi Azeez are all out injured. Mats Wieffer, Yankuba Minteh, Ferdi Kadıoğlu and Pascal Struijk are doubtful.
Brighton predicted lineup vs Manchester City (4-2-3-1): Steele; Costinha, Vušković, Boscagli, Hadjam; Andrés, O’Riley; Osman, Rutter, Yalcouyé; David.
Manchester City vs Brighton Prediction
- Pick: Over 2.5 goals
- Odds: -200 (20Bet)
- Correct score prediction: Manchester City 3-2 Brighton
Goals look like the sensible angle for this prediction. Five of the last six meetings between these sides have produced at least three, and each of City’s last seven games has reached that mark. Brighton’s league matches are averaging 3.75 goals per 90 minutes, while City’s home games this season are averaging 4.86. Both teams have scored in each of the last four meetings in Manchester.
Rotation is the obvious risk, as unfamiliar partnerships could blunt both attacks in the final third. But it can just as easily open up space in defense. Brighton’s earlier EFL Cup tie against Manchester United produced five goals, even with two weakened lineups. With that in mind, we expect an open game and a narrow home win.
Manchester City vs Brighton Prediction, Betting Tip
- Pick: Both teams to score (Yes)
- Odds: -186 (20Bet)
Both teams to score is a natural companion to the main pick. Each side has scored in all of the last four meetings in Manchester, and a rotated City backline with Rulli in goal should give Brighton chances.
The visitors do have injury problems up front, with Mitoma, Ferguson, Tzimas and Azeez all out, and they were shut out at Liverpool on Sunday.
Still, Brighton’s league games are averaging 3.75 goals per 90 minutes, and Yalcouyé could add energy against Lewis. That is enough to expect at least one goal from the visitors.
Manchester City vs Brighton Where to Watch (USA, Canada)
- USA: Stream at Paramount+
- Canada: Stream at DAZN CA
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