| Manchester City vs Brentford | |
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MATCH INFO |
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MATCH :
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Manchester City vs Brentford
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COMPETITION :
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Premier League
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| DATE: |
06-02-2024
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TIME:
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01.30 AM IST (UTC +5:30)
12.00 AM UAE
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STADIUM
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Gtech Community Stadium
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Predicted Lineups
Brentford possible starting lineup:
Flekken; Collins, Mee, Pinnock; Roerslev, Janelt, Jensen, Norgaard, Reguilon; Toney, Maupay
Manchester City possible starting lineup:
Ederson; Walker, Dias, Stones, Ake; Nunes, Rodri; Silva, De Bruyne, Foden; Haaland
Brentford is set to welcome Sergio Reguilon, their winter loan acquisition, to fortify the defensive lineup for the upcoming match. However, full-backs Aaron Hickey and Rico Henry are still under medical care due to thigh and knee injuries, respectively.
The attacking department for Brentford will be without Bryan Mbeumo (ankle) and Kevin Schade (groin). Additionally, Frank Onyeka (Nigeria) and Yoane Wissa (DR Congo) are unavailable as they have qualified for the semi-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations. Saman Ghoddos is also in the final four of the Asian Cup with Iran.
Despite these absences, a familiar starting XI is expected, featuring Maupay and Toney leading the Brentford attack. Maupay has been in prolific form, scoring in all of Brentford's fixtures in 2024, while Toney aims to extend his goal-scoring streak in the Premier League home games.
On the other side, Manchester City's head coach, Pep Guardiola, anticipates having a fully fit squad for the Monday clash in London. Manuel Akanji has recovered from his knee injury suffered in January, providing Guardiola with abundant options in all areas of the field. Guardiola faces a challenging decision in the attacking third between Alvarez and Erling Haaland, with Haaland now fit to start after a cameo appearance against Burnley.
Defenders Kyle Walker and Ruben Dias may return to freshen up the backline after getting rest in midweek, but Matheus Nunes, who performed well against Burnley, is likely to retain his spot in the midfield. Guardiola has a wealth of choices, making the selection process unenviably challenging but indicative of the team's depth and form.