Bristol City vs. Swansea City: Match Preview, Predicted Lineups, and Betting Odds
Bristol City is set to face Swansea City at Ashton Gate Stadium on Sunday, February 9, 2025, with kickoff scheduled for 12:00 PM UTC.
Match Preview
Bristol City enters this fixture with a mixed bag of recent results. Their recent home form has been encouraging, highlighted by a 2-1 victory against Blackburn Rovers on January 25, 2025.
Swansea City, conversely, has faced challenges in their recent matches. A significant 5-1 defeat to Norwich City on January 25, 2025, underscores their recent struggles.
Predicted Lineups
Please note that these lineups are speculative and subject to change based on team news closer to the match date.
Bristol City (4-2-3-1):
- Goalkeeper: Max O’Leary
- Defenders: George Tanner, Zak Vyner, Kal Naismith, Cameron Pring
- Midfielders: Matty James, Joe Williams; Mark Sykes, Alex Scott, Anis Mehmeti
- Forward: Nahki Wells
Swansea City (4-3-3):
- Goalkeeper: Andy Fisher
- Defenders: Joel Latibeaudiere, Ben Cabango, Nathan Wood, Ryan Manning
- Midfielders: Matt Grimes, Jay Fulton, Olivier Ntcham
- Forwards: Liam Cullen, Joel Piroe, Ollie Cooper
Betting Odds and Predictions
Bookmakers have identified Bristol City as the favorites for this match. According to Oddspedia, the odds are as follows:
- Bristol City Win: 1.8
- Draw: 3.5
- Swansea City Win: 4.33
These odds suggest a favorable outlook for a home victory. However, the Championship is known for its unpredictability, and Swansea City will be eager to defy the odds.
Key Statistics:
- Bristol City:
- Unbeaten in their last three home matches.
- Averaging 1.5 goals per game at Ashton Gate.
- Swansea City:
- Winless in their last four away fixtures.
- Conceded an average of 2.5 goals per game on the road.
Recent Head-to-Head Results
The two teams last met on March 10, 2024, at Ashton Gate, where Bristol City secured a 1-0 victory over Swansea City.
Given Bristol City’s solid home form and Swansea City’s recent struggles, the Robins are well-positioned to secure a victory in this fixture. However, football often defies expectations, and Swansea City will be determined to achieve a positive result. Fans can anticipate a competitive and engaging match.
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