Against All Odds: Liverpool to continue great away form

Will Raheem Sterling rip it up tonight?

Last year's top two do battle at the Etihad this evening and Paul Robinson is predicting that Liverpool will avoid defeat.

Man City v Liverpool
Monday August 25, 20:00
Live on Sky Sports 1

Manchester City stumbled to the title last season as Liverpool let them in the back door when it appeared that they had it all sewn up. Manuel Pellegrini opted to strengthen his squad over the summer with more defensive minded recruits and they began their title defence with a 2-0 victory at St James' Park.

The Citizens have proven to be strong on home soil in recent seasons - 17 wins, one draw and one loss last term - but it is worth noting that they were fortunate to record a victory over Liverpool as the officials ruled out a Raheem Sterling goal that was clearly onside. 

Liverpool had a magnificent campaign last year but all that has done is raise expectations - expectations that will have to be met without their best player. With Suarez gone, it's up to Daniel Sturridge to step up and be the main striker and he made a good start last week with the winner at home against Southampton.

Brendan Rodgers' side weren't quite at their best in that match but they got the job done and that will have boosted confidence no end. After a couple of blips earlier on last season, The Reds have been magnificent on the road in 2014 and they are now unbeaten in nine Premier League games away from Anfield this calendar year.

A draw wouldn't be a bad result for either team here but even if neither of them settle for that, the odds should be a lot closer than they are. That's why, with Man City trading at around the 1.8910/11 mark, I have to make them my lay of the day.    

Recommended Bet
Lay Man City v Liverpool @ 1.8910/11

2014 P/L (1pt each bet)

Wagered: 227 pts
Returned: 232.59 pts
P/L: + 5.59 pts (after commission)
(2013 P/L: + 3.80 pts)
(2012 P/L: + 9.60 pts)