Peterborough – Manchester City : Preview & Prediction
Algerian international Riyad Mahrez is the man of the cups since the latter has already scored 4 times in 3 national cup matches this season, EFL Cup and FA Cup combined. The Algerian scored twice in his first match with City in this FA Cup against Fulham (4-1) in the round of 16 on February 5. The former Leicester City player is in great shape because in February he scored 5 goals in his last 6 performances with the Mancunian club. Mahrez notably scored recently at Sporting (5-0) in the Champions League on February 15, then ahead of Tottenham (2-3) in the league on February 19. Substitute at Everton and left to rest a little, Mahrez only took part in 14 minutes this weekend during the victory of his team at Leicester City (1-0). Manchester City’s number 26 could prove decisive once again and score his 19th goal in 31 appearances this season against this Championship side.
Peterborough have not won for 6 games (1 draw and 5 defeats).
The Championship resident has conceded 11 goals in his last 6 outings.
The Citizens have scored 18 goals in their last 6 games, an average of 3 goals per game.
The Algerian international is the 14th top scorer in the Premier League with 8 goals.
Mahrez has scored 18 goals in 30 appearances for City this season.
Riyad Mahrez, scorer 5 times in his last 6 matches, could again find the net during this cup round.
Peterborough – Manchester City : Betting Tips
OVER 3.5 GOALS Odds: 2.25
