Group G of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup kicks off with Manchester City vs. Wydad AC. The English champions take on the Moroccans on Wednesday, June 18, in Philadelphia: here are our analysis, predictions, and the best betting odds.
Pep Guardiola’s team comes into the tournament eager to redeem a rare trophy-less season, determined to reaffirm its dominance on the world stage thanks to a revamped squad and new signings ready to make their mark.
Manchester City is among the big favorites in the competition, boasting an explosive attack and a depth of talent that few clubs can match.
Wydad AC, coming off a disappointing domestic season, will be looking for redemption and an opportunity to test themselves against the European elite. With Mohamed Amine Benhachem on the bench, an orderly and wait-and-see approach is expected, aiming to contain City and make the most of opportunities on the counterattack.
Manchester City – Wydad, Wednesday 18 June at 6pm
Betting tips for Manchester City – Wydad
Erling Haaland to score – 1.40 at bet365
Nico Gonzalez to score from outside the box – 4.50 on bet365
Manchester City to win both halves – 1.40 on bet365
Odds courtesy of bet365. Correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Erling Haaland to score
Erling Haaland did not end the season on a high note, but he quickly rediscovered his scoring touch on the final day of the Premier League season against Fulham. Since then, he has scored in both of Norway’s 2026 World Cup qualifiers, showing that he has made the most of his brief break.
The Manchester City striker is already in good form and poses a real threat against Wydad AC. Considering that he scored 31 goals in 44 appearances in all competitions last season, the odds of 1.40 on bet365 for him to score look very attractive.
Tip: Erling Haaland to score – odds 1.40 at bet365, not available at Planetwin365 and GoldBet
Explanation of the bet: this bet wins if Haaland scores against Wydad AC.
Nico Gonzalez shoots on goal from outside the box
With Rodri still recovering from a cruciate ligament injury, it is difficult to imagine Guardiola risking him from the start. The Spaniard will be reintegrated gradually, and with Mateo Kovacic out of the tournament, Nico Gonzalez could start against Wydad.
The odds of 4.50 on bet365 for a shot on goal from outside the box by the Spanish midfielder are an interesting option. In his 760 minutes played in the Premier League, Gonzalez has attempted nine shots, with 22.2% of his shots on target.
His accuracy could improve, but against an opponent like Wydad, who are likely to sit back in their own half, Gonzalez could find space to try his luck from distance.
Tip: Nico Gonzalez to shoot from outside the box – priced at 4.50 on bet365, not available on Planetwin365 and GoldBet
Betting explanation: This bet wins if Nico Gonzalez takes a shot on goal from outside the box against Wydad AC.
Man City to be ahead at half-time and full-time
Manchester City and Wydad AC face each other for the first time in an official match, in what will also be the first meeting between an English and a Moroccan club in the history of the FIFA Club World Cup, including its previous formats.
The unprecedented context makes the match less predictable, but Manchester City starts as favorites thanks to the preparation accumulated in the transfer window reserved for qualified clubs. The English champions, winners of the 2023 edition in Saudi Arabia, come into the tournament with a competitive and well-established squad. In the last edition, they beat Urawa Red Diamonds 3-0 in the semifinals and Fluminense 4-0 in the final, without conceding a goal.
Wydad AC, on the other hand, are still looking for their first win in the competition after two defeats in 2017 and elimination on penalties in 2022. Coming off a complicated domestic season and with a new coach, Mohamed Amine Benhachem, the Moroccan side will have to rely on compactness and discipline to keep City at bay, who on paper have something extra.
Tip: Manchester City to be ahead at half-time and full-time – odds 1.40 on bet365, not available on Planetwin365 and GoldBet
Explanation of the bet: this bet wins if Manchester City is ahead of Wydad AC at both half-time and full-time.
Manchester City – Wydad AC odds
Manchester City to win – 1.07 on bet365, 1.04 on and 1.06 on GoldBet
Draw – 11.00 on bet365, 12.00 on and 13.00 on GoldBet
Wydad AC to win – odds of 33.00 on bet365, 26.00 on and 25.00 on GoldBet
Odds courtesy of bet365, Planetwin365 and GoldBet. Correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
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