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Manchester City XI vs Burnley – Predicted lineup and team news
TL;DR
Manchester City aims to overtake Arsenal in the Premier League with a win against Burnley. They are currently on a three-match league winning streak and have a strong record against newly promoted teams.
Key points
- Manchester City aims to overtake Arsenal in the Premier League
- City is on a three-match league winning streak
- They have not lost to newly promoted teams since 2021
- City has won 14 of their last 15 matches against Burnley
- Guardiola emphasizes the need for focus in the upcoming match
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Manchester City XI vs Burnley – Predicted lineup and team news
Manchester City aim to leapfrog Arsenal at the Premier League summit with a victory at Burnley tonight.
Pep Guardiola’s side have responded perfectly since their recent Champions League exit. They have won their last three league outings to move within striking distance of the leaders. City are currently one of only two clubs yet to lose successive league games. A win at Turf Moor would finally erase the three-point gap to the leaders.
The visitors are unbeaten in 29 matches against newly promoted teams since 2021. They have won 14 of their last 15 league encounters with Burnley. Guardiola insists his players must maintain their current focus to stay in the race. He expects a demanding physical challenge despite the Clarets’ lowly league position.
Manchester City team news
Manchester City must navigate this fixture without their influential midfield anchor, Rodri. The Spaniard suffered a groin injury against Arsenal and is set for a spell out. In his absence, Nico Gonzalez is expected to step into the holding role. Ruben Dias is also unavailable as he recovers from a recent hamstring issue.
Gianluigi Donnarumma will likely continue in the City goal. Nico O’Reilly is predicted to keep his place in the starting XI. He joins and in a highly technical and creative midfield. Cherki currently averages a Premier League assist every 138 minutes for the club.
Q&A
What is Manchester City's current league position before the match against Burnley?
Manchester City is looking to leapfrog Arsenal at the Premier League summit with a victory against Burnley.
How many league matches has Manchester City won against Burnley recently?
Manchester City has won 14 of their last 15 league encounters with Burnley.
What is Pep Guardiola's expectation for the match against Burnley?
Pep Guardiola expects a demanding physical challenge despite Burnley's low league position.
