Peter Crouch has explained why Phil Foden's impact at Manchester City sees him deserve to be named the Premier League's Player of the Season.
13.04.2024 - 01:13 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Luton Town finds themselves embroiled in a fierce fight to avoid relegation, facing a daunting challenge as they prepare to meet the reigning English and European champions, Manchester City, this Saturday. The clash evokes memories of Luton's dramatic survival in 1983, secured by a narrow victory at Maine Road, yet today's context presents an entirely different challenge.
City are the overwhelming favourites at 1/12 this weekend with CopyBet while Luton Town are 20/1 to produce one of the biggest shocks of the season and a draw is 11/1.
Manchester City is not only battling to keep their title but is also amidst a thrilling Champions League quarter-final duel with Real Madrid. Following a riveting 3-3 draw in the first leg at the Bernabeu, City is tipped as the favourites for the upcoming return match.
Despite the high stakes, it's improbable that Pep Guardiola will opt to rest key players against Luton Town. The visitors have proven to be a formidable opponent throughout the season, troubling numerous teams with their spirited performances. Currently teetering on the edge of the relegation zone, separated only by goal difference from Nottingham Forest, Luton secured a crucial 2-1 victory over Bournemouth, marking their first win since January after a challenging run of matches.
This period saw Luton garnering a mere three points from ten games, including tough fixtures against Arsenal, Spurs, and Liverpool on the road. As they head into this critical match against Manchester City, Luton Town is under no illusions about the magnitude of the task ahead but remains determined to fight for every possible point in their bid for Premier League survival.
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Erling Haaland to score two or more goals - 7/4
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