Unsurprisingly, a Manchester City midfielder won’t play against Burnley

Unsurprisingly, a Manchester City midfielder won’t play against Burnley

Unfortunately for Manchester City, Rodri was replaced by Nico in the 88th minute of their 2-1 win over Arsenal due to injury. Pep Guardiola revealed after City’s win at the Etihad that Rodri had picked up a groin injury. Pep Guardiola’s side takes on Burnley tomorrow night at Turf Moor in another must-win Premier League fixture. It has now been revealed today that City will have to beat Burnley without their midfield general.

Rodri won’t play against Burnley tomorrow night.

Pep Guardiola was asked during his pre-game press conference today if Rodri would be available for Manchester City’s match against Burnley tomorrow night. Pep Guardiola revealed that Manchester City will be without Rodri tomorrow night, and his availability for Manchester City’s upcoming FA Cup semi-final is in doubt. He explained: “I think for tomorrow he will not be ready. We’ll see for next games the FA Cup semi-final against Southampton or 12 days later for the Premier League game at Everton.”

Also, Pep Guardiola revealed that Ruben Dias will not play against Burnley. Manchester City’s defensive leader has missed his team’s past four matches due injury. When asked if Ruben Dias was ready to play at Turf Moor, Guardiola said: “”