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MATCH INFO |
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MATCH :
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Manchester City vs Newcastle
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COMPETITION :
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Premier League
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| DATE: |
13-01-2024
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TIME:
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11.00 PM IST (UTC +5:30)
09.30 PM UAE
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STADIUM
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St James' Park
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Predicted Lineups
Newcastle United possible starting lineup:
Dubravka; Trippier, Schar, Botman, Burn; Longstaff, Guimaraes, Miley; Almiron, Isak, Gordon
Manchester City possible starting lineup:
Ederson; Walker, Dias, Ake, Gvardiol; Rodri, Kovacic; Bernardo, Foden, Grealish; Alvarez
The Newcastle vs. Manchester City match is poised to feature several key developments in terms of player availability and potential starting lineups.
For Newcastle, the news of Joelinton's six-week absence due to a thigh injury is a significant blow. With Callum Wilson, Matt Targett, Nick Pope, Jacob Murphy, Joe Willock, Harvey Barnes, Elliot Anderson, and Javi Manquillo also sidelined, the Magpies face a challenge in fielding a competitive side. The 17-year-old Lewis Miley, who made his debut four months ago, is set to start in center-midfield alongside Bruno Guimaraes and Sean Longstaff. The defense is likely to be comprised of Fabian Schar, Kieran Trippier, Sven Botman, and Dan Burn, while the front three may consist of Isak, Miguel Almiron, and Anthony Gordon.
On the other side, Manchester City has received a boost with Kevin De Bruyne ready to start after recovering from a hamstring injury. However, Erling Haaland and John Stones remain sidelined, and Jack Grealish is a minor doubt due to illness. Manuel Akanji is also a doubt after a knee issue, but he has returned to training. Bernardo Silva and Kalvin Phillips, who missed the last match due to illness, are expected to be fit.
The defensive lineup for Manchester City is likely to see the return of Kyle Walker and Nathan Ake, with Ederson replacing Stefan Ortega in goal. In midfield, Rodri could be partnered by either Mateo Kovacic or Rico Lewis. The potential return of Bernardo Silva might see him replace Oscar Bobb on the right flank, joining Phil Foden and Alvarez in the attacking trio.
With these developments, the match promises to be an interesting encounter, with Manchester City looking to capitalize on the return of key players and Newcastle facing the challenge of fielding a competitive team in the absence of several key players.