Ashton Muir

① City's U21s show superior cutting edge, but Villa can punish gaps.

② City's structured pressing could dictate the tempo throughout.

③ A tight finish with late opportunities for the visitors is likely.

① Manchester City U21 dominate possession and have a deep squad.

② Nottingham Forest U21 may struggle to stem the flow but could threaten on the break.

③ City U21 should seal a comfortable 3-1 win.