Stoke vs Man United – Preview and betting tips

The first Premier League game in 2015 will be host by Britannia Stadium. Stoke City will face Manchester United in front of their own fans, January 1st from 12:45, UK Time.

Stoke City have the second chance, as expected, but they are capable of anything on this stadium. The home side is in a good form, getting better and better. To be more precise, Stoke are coming after two victories in a row so they are now on the 11th position. The hosts have 25 points and a 21-23 goal difference, being eight points behind european cups places.

Manchester United are back in business and they are fighting for the 3rd position this campaign, having the first chance. Van Gaal’s team has 36 points right now and a 33-19 goal difference, being seven points behind City and nine behind Chelsea. Rooney & co managed to win only 11 points in nine away matches so far.

Manchester United struggled last season on this stadiu, proof that they lost 1-2 in February. The first leg game of this campaign was won by United, 2-1 at Old Trafford one month ago.

Prediction: Man United DNB @ 1.40
Our bet is not a very safe one, considering that Stoke could do anything at Britannia Stadium. We chose to bet on United’s victory, but in case of a draw, our money will be refunded.