Postmatch editorial
The market favourite delivered for Manchester City
The final score was Manchester City 2-0 Salford City. The median bookmaker prices were already leaning toward that outcome.
The decisive turn arrived late when Marc Guéhi scored 81' for Manchester City.
The numbers leaned the same way as the scoreline: Manchester City led Possession 81%-19%. Manchester City also shaded Total shots 19-6.
Before kickoff, the median bookmaker prices made Manchester City the favourite at 97.1% implied probability. That market lean landed.
Market check
Market result
Manchester City
97.1%
Key stats
Match numbers
Possession
Manchester CityManchester City
Salford City
81%
19%
Total shots
Manchester CityManchester City
Salford City
19
6
Shots on target
Manchester CityManchester City
Salford City
4
2