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Manchester City Predicted XI vs Norwich: Likely Debuts for Allan and Geronimo Rulli

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Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca will heavily rotate his starting lineup when Championship club Norwich City comes to town on Thursday night. The EFL Cup, which is basically fourth in line, priority wise when it comes to competitions, could see summer signings Geronimo Rulli and Allan feature for the first time in a Man City shirt. Rulli is a backup goalkeeper who came back … [Read more...] about Manchester City Predicted XI vs Norwich: Likely Debuts for Allan and Geronimo Rulli

Manchester City Predicted XI vs Bournemouth: Enzo Maresca to Pick Strong Side for Season Opener

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The Enzo Maresca era, at least of Premier League play, begins on Sunday when Manchester City host AFC Bournemouth. The Sky Blues are coming off a 3-0 thrashing at the hands of Arsenal this past Sunday, so Man City can't wait to wash the taste of that defeat out their mouth. Maresca badly needs to put his best foot forward and lead with strength here. … [Read more...] about Manchester City Predicted XI vs Bournemouth: Enzo Maresca to Pick Strong Side for Season Opener

Manchester City Predicted XI vs Arsenal: Erling Haaland Starts on the Bench

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The first competitive match of the Enzo Maresca era at Manchester City will soon be upon us. Yes, we are labeling the FA Community Shield as "a competitive match," accept it. That said, Erling Haaland, after missing part of the training session yesterday, will probably start this one on the bench. The Norwegian scoring sensation, admired by University of Minnesota Golden … [Read more...] about Manchester City Predicted XI vs Arsenal: Erling Haaland Starts on the Bench

Manchester City Team News vs Liverpool: John Stones, Ruben Dias, Mateo Kovacic

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Manchester City host Liverpool on Saturday in what is the standout tie of the FA Cup quarterfinals. Man City come into this one as the favorite, as it’s easy to see why. Not only are they the side that’s having the better season; they’re much healthier too. John Stones, Ruben Dias, Mateo Kovacic and Josko Gvardiol are their only injury absentees.  Manager Pep Guardiola does … [Read more...] about Manchester City Team News vs Liverpool: John Stones, Ruben Dias, Mateo Kovacic

Manchester City Injury Updates: Rico Lewis, Josko Gvardiol, Mateo Kovacic

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Manchester City are a squad nearing full fitness as the March international break approaches. Mateo Kovacic remains out until around early May while Josko Gvardiol is looking at a late April return. Elsewhere Rico Lewis is a fresh injury concern, with an ankle twist, but if City manager Pep Guardiola is to be believed, the defender won't be out too long. … [Read more...] about Manchester City Injury Updates: Rico Lewis, Josko Gvardiol, Mateo Kovacic

Manchester City Team News vs Newcastle: Erling Haaland, Max Alleyne, Mateo Kovacic

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Manchester City striker Erling Haaland was rested for the FA Cup victory over Salford City on the weekend, but he is expected to return against Newcastle United on the weekend. The big Norwegian is reportedly moving around without any noticeable issues right now, so he is should be good to go on Saturday. Besides, the issue with Haaland is just minor anyway. It's only a … [Read more...] about Manchester City Team News vs Newcastle: Erling Haaland, Max Alleyne, Mateo Kovacic

Manchester City Team News at Arsenal: Rodri, Mateo Kovacic, John Stones

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Rodri is truly the engine that makes Manchester City go, and we all see that every time he's absent. Rodri will be monitored for Sunday's clash at Arsenal, after coming off early in the 2-0 win over Napoli last night. City manager Pep Guardiola explained: “He was so smart [to ask to come off against Napoli]. I know the result was not over, it was 1-0 then, it is always … [Read more...] about Manchester City Team News at Arsenal: Rodri, Mateo Kovacic, John Stones

Man City Injury Updates: Rayan Cherki, Mateo Kovacic, Kalvin Phillips

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The FIFA window arrives at an opportune time for Manchester City, given their rash of injuries and plethora of fitness concern. The load is so heavy, we had to break it down into that we'll have to break it up into two pieces. Here in part two, we go over the guys who already are/will be on the sidelines for a longer-term: Rayan Cherki, Mateo Kovacic and Kalvin Phillips. Part … [Read more...] about Man City Injury Updates: Rayan Cherki, Mateo Kovacic, Kalvin Phillips

Manchester City Team News at Wolves: Rodri, Josko Gvardiol, Phil Foden

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Manchester City suffered a couple of injury setbacks this weekend, and now they find themselves with a pretty extensive injury list as the new season dawns. The likes of Rodri (groin injury), Josko Gvardiol (unspecified knock), Phil Foden (ankle problem), Mateo Kovacic (Achilles recovery taking longer than expected) and Claudio Echeverri (also an ankle) could all miss out on … [Read more...] about Manchester City Team News at Wolves: Rodri, Josko Gvardiol, Phil Foden