M brough vs Man. City Match preview

English Premiership: M brough vs Man. City

One of the rare games of the final round that will not decide anything will be played at Riverside. Both of the rivals have ended the season and their standings don’t depend on the results in the closing round. The only thing that could be interesting in this game is that this is the last game for Eriksson with the Citizens.

Southgate managed to save the team

Former English national team member had done it to save the team, but failed to convince both fans and pundits that he is capable of creating the serious team out of Middlesbrough. They have secured their survival with the last week’s win over unmotivated Portsmouth, but it is not enough for the club that invests a lot in the team every year. They simply failed to please their fans this season. Southgate will be without Mido, Huth and O’Neill for this fixture and it is certain he will give chance to some players that could be at his disposal for the next season.

Eriksson’s final game at Citizens

After many announces and rumors, it was finally confirmed today that the game with Middlesbrouhg will be Eriksson’s last at Citizens’ bench. Rich Shinawatra simply wasn’t patient enough and, considering his expectations are not fulfilled, former England national team manager will have to leave the club. To be honest, this was the best season for City in years and Eriksson takes the credit for that and, of course, the money that board gave him for the signings. Rumors say Shinawatra wants to pick the team himself and that he wants the title, but if that is true, and if that ids true, than Citizens will have a tough time in front of them. The atmosphere in the team is not at high level. The players and the fans are for Eriksson, so it is the question if they will be in the mood to give their best at Riverside.

Betting verdict

In the games where there is not too much reason to bet on, it is very difficult to tip the winners. We still feel that the atmosphere with the Citizens is too bad and we doubt they will be motivated for this game. On the other hand, Middlesbrough would like to say goodbye with a win and it might be that way. Still, be careful with the stake.

Our tip: Bet 3 on Home win
Odds 2.15 at
Bookmaker: Gamebookers