| Manchester city vs Chelsea | |
| MATCH INFO | |
MATCH :
| Manchester city vs Chelsea |
COMPETITION :
| Premier League |
| DATE: | 12-11-2023 |
TIME:
| 10.00 PM IST (UTC +5:30) 08.30 PM UAE |
STADIUM
| Ground |
Chelsea predicted lineup:
Sanchez; Colwill, Silva, Disasi, James; Fernandez, Caicedo; Gallagher, Sterling, Palmer; Jackson
Manchester City predicted lineup:
Ederson; Gvardiol, Ruben Dias, Walker; Kovacic, Rodri; Grealish, Foden, Alvarez, Nunes; Haaland
Injury & Team News Impacting Premier League Clash
As the much-anticipated clash between Chelsea and Manchester City approaches, both teams grapple with injury concerns that will significantly shape their lineups for the upcoming fixture.
Chelsea's Injury Woes:
The Blues find themselves contending with a sizable absentee list, with as many as nine players ruled out. Notably, Christopher Nkunku is on the cusp of making his Premier League debut as he nears recovery from injury. However, the defensive ranks will be without Malang Sarr, who is serving a suspension following a red card in a previous match. Furthermore, the availability of Armando Broja hangs in the balance, adding an element of uncertainty to Chelsea's attacking options.
Manchester City's Missing Pieces:
Manchester City, too, faces a challenge with key players sidelined due to injuries. The absence of backup goalkeeper Zack Steffen, still on the road to recovery from knee surgery, poses a notable void in the defensive setup. Adding to the midfield conundrum is the partial muscle tear sidelining the influential Kevin De Bruyne, leaving a significant creative vacuum in the team. The defensive line is not exempt from concerns, with John Stones marked as doubtful due to a thigh injury sustained in a recent clash against Young Boys.
As both teams navigate these injury hurdles, the upcoming match promises to be a test of squad depth and strategic adjustments. Fans await with bated breath to see how these absences will impact the dynamics on the field, as Chelsea and Manchester City vie for supremacy in a showdown that carries implications for their respective campaigns.