| Manchester City vs Newcastle | |
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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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FA Cup
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| DATE: |
16-03-2024
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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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Etihad Stadium
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Manchester City possible starting lineup:
Ortega; Walker, Dias, Ake, Gvardiol; Rodri, Kovacic; Bobb, Alvarez, Doku; Haaland
Newcastle United possible starting lineup:
Dubravka; Livramento, Schar, Botman, Burn; Longstaff, Guimaraes, Willock; Murphy, Isak, Almiron
Manchester City has been hit with a fresh injury setback as playmaker Kevin De Bruyne is nursing a groin problem, leading to his omission from the Belgium squad ahead of the international break. Manager Guardiola confirmed De Bruyne's absence for the upcoming match, compounded by goalkeeper Ederson's sidelining due to a muscle problem sustained during the recent draw with Liverpool. However, there's a silver lining for City as Jack Grealish, who has been sidelined with a groin injury, is back in contention after participating in training. Grealish is poised to compete with Jeremy Doku and Oscar Bobb, the latter known for his decisive goal-scoring abilities, for a place in the starting lineup.
With Ederson out, Stefan Ortega is expected to step in as goalkeeper. Guardiola may also consider defensive reshuffles, with players like Ruben Dias, Rico Lewis, and Josko Gvardiol vying for inclusion. In midfield, Mateo Kovacic and Matheus Nunes are potential options for a return.
Meanwhile, Newcastle United manager Howe is optimistic about winger Anthony Gordon's fitness after he picked up a knee injury in the previous match against Chelsea. Defender Dan Burn, who also suffered a knock in the same fixture, is likely to be available. However, Harvey Barnes faces another spell on the sidelines due to a hamstring injury, joining a list of absentees including Kieran Trippier, Nick Pope, Callum Wilson, Joelinton, Sandro Tonali, and Joe White.
If Gordon isn't fully fit to start, Murphy may fill the attacking role alongside Isak and Miguel Almiron. Additionally, the return of Matt Targett from a hamstring injury adds competition for the left-back position, challenging Burn, while Valentino Livramento operates on the right in Trippier's absence.