Manchester City face off against Club Brugge in a crucial UEFA Champions League group match on Wednesday. The Citizens are seeking to avoid an early exit from the tournament. Having recently won against Chelsea, Manchester City aims to maintain their momentum. In contrast, Club Brugge is currently riding a 20-game unbeaten streak.

How to Watch and Match Preview

• Date: Wednesday, January 29
• Time: 3 PM ET
• Location: Etihad Stadium, Manchester, England
• Where to Watch: Paramount+ and CBS Sports Golazo Network
• Odds: Manchester City -600, Draw +650, Club Brugge +1400

City’s Course in the League: City is currently not in the top positions after earlier struggles against Paris Saint-Germain in the league. However, they have significant home game experience in the Champions League, previously defeating Brugge by a considerable margin.

Team News:

• Manchester City: Injuries include Oscar Bobb, Rodri and Ruben Dias. Nathan Ake’s and Jeremy Doku’s availability is uncertain.
• Club Brugge: Captain Hans Vanaken might not recover in time, impacting the team’s strategy.

Prediction

Most analysts predict a straightforward victory for Manchester City, possibly scoring two goals during the match.

Matchday 8 TV Schedule

All Times Eastern:

• UEFA Champions League Today pre-match: 2 PM
• Match: Manchester City vs Club Brugge at 3 PM

Key Standings Overview

• Liverpool: 1st place, 21 points
• Barcelona: 2nd place, 18 points
• Manchester City: 25th place, needing significant wins to advance.