Postmatch editorial
Manchester City followed the pre-match prices
The final score was Manchester City 5-1 Watford. The median bookmaker prices were already leaning toward that outcome.
Gabriel Jesus put the first mark on the match 4', setting the tone for the rest of the night.
The numbers leaned the same way as the scoreline: Manchester City led Shots on target 8-2. Manchester City also shaded Total shots 21-5.
Before kickoff, the median bookmaker prices made Manchester City the favourite at 90.1% implied probability. That market lean landed.
Market check
Market result
Manchester City
90.1%
Key stats
Match numbers
Shots on target
Manchester CityManchester City
Watford
8
2
Total shots
Manchester CityManchester City
Watford
21
5
Possession
Manchester CityManchester City
Watford
74%
26%