The past 6 meetings between these teams resulted in 30 goals with each side scoring an average of 5 goals per game. With both sides' current forms heading in the same direction, City have had success in the Champions league as they have won 2 of their 3 games. However, Donnarumma has shown some weakness lately and City's goal keeper has allowed many early goals for them this season. Although City's form has dropped off somewhat domestically, since being defeated by Brighton, City's forward line has also shown some weakness defensively. However, City's forward line has had great success recently as Erling Haaland has scored 4 goals in the last two European games that he played in. Additionally, Cherki, Foden and Doku all create multiple opportunities through midfield for City.

Leipzig have had struggles away from home as they lost at Como and Real Madrid; however, Leipzig have had a good record at home. Antonio Nusa, Brajan Gruda and Romulo all use quick counter-attacks to attack the opposing team. Given that Demichelis is playing against his former club, I expect him to be motivated to help his new club beat City. Due to injuries, Marc Guiu and Assan Ouedraogo are out and Maxime Esteve is a major doubt, which could limit Leipzig's attacking options. In addition, Nkunku might not even make the starting lineup.

With both teams needing points, neither side can sit back. Therefore, I think it is very likely that City will find a way to score and then Leipzig will receive opportunities to get on the board as well.