Postmatch editorial
Manchester City followed the pre-match prices
The final score was Manchester City 8-0 Salford City. The median bookmaker prices were already leaning toward that outcome.
The decisive turn arrived late when James McAtee scored 81' for Manchester City.
The numbers leaned the same way as the scoreline: Manchester City led Shots on target 10-2. Manchester City also shaded Total shots 20-10.
Before kickoff, the median bookmaker prices made Manchester City the favourite at 94.3% implied probability. That market lean landed.
Market check
Market result
Manchester City
94.3%
Key stats
Match numbers
Shots on target
Manchester CityManchester City
Salford City
10
2
Total shots
Manchester CityManchester City
Salford City
20
10
Possession
Manchester CityManchester City
Salford City
68%
32%