UEFA Champions League 2018-19: Group-wise analysis and predicted standings

Group F: City's free pass

All smiles at Manchester City as they expect to secure progression with ease.

Hoffenheim - Manchester City - Lyon - Shaktar Donetsk

If Bayern’s group was not challenging, City have been given a proverbial pass to the next round. None among Shaktar, Lyon and Hoffenheim should trouble the English champions led by Pep Guardiola.

A lot of goals may be expected with all the teams preferring a more open, expansive style of play.

Predicted Standings:

1. Manchester City
2. Lyon
3. Shaktar Donetsk
4. Hoffenheim.