Why is Rodri not playing for Manchester City vs. Burnley? Injury update

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TL;DR

Rodri will not play for Manchester City against Burnley due to a groin injury sustained in the match against Arsenal. Manager Pep Guardiola indicated Rodri's return might be possible for the FA Cup semifinal or in about two weeks against Everton.

Key points

Rodri is out due to a groin injury.
He was injured late in the match against Arsenal.
Pep Guardiola is concerned about Rodri's recovery time.
Rodri may return for the FA Cup semifinal or against Everton.

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Manchester City is chasing another Premier League title but will have to do it without a key component Wednesday.

The Sky Blues secured a 2-1 win over current leaders Arsenal on Sunday and now have a chance to go to the top of the table with a victory over Burnley.

But star midfielder Rodri came out of the win over the Gunners late with a groin injury, and after the match Guardiola said he was concerned about how much time he would be without the Villarreal product.

When will Rodri return from injury?

"I think for tomorrow he will not be ready. Then, we’ll see," Man City manager Pep Guardiola said in his pre-match news conference Tuesday, suggesting his return could come in the FA Cup "semifinal against Southampton or in 12, 13 days against Everton."

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