"This is a very different Chelsea side". Mark Lawrenson states his prediction for Chelsea vs Manchester City

  Chelsea are preparing to host Manchester City in the Premier League on Saturday, September 25. Ahead of the game, BBC football expert Mark Lawrenson has stated his prediction. "The last time Manchester City went to Stamford Bridge, in January, they took Chelsea apart with three goals in the first 35 minutes, but that was before Thomas Tuchel took over and this is a very different Chelsea side now. "The games between the big four - these two, plus Liverpool and Manchester United - are going to be so important this season. It seems pretty obvious they will end up clear of the rest, but in what order? These meetings, and their mini-league, will decide that. "Chelsea are going very well and brushed Spurs aside in the second half on Sunday but I can't see this being an open game, because neither manager will want to lose it." Lawrenson's score prediction: 1-1   source - BBC / Join us on Telegram!/ Follow us on Twitter!

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