English Top Flight Returns with Key Injury Reports
The English top flight kicks off again this weekend following the pause for national teams, with managers providing important fitness reports ahead of the weekend's games.
The Reds Encounter Major Missing Players
Reds boss Arne Slot has revealed that Conor Bradley, the Dutch full-back, and the German midfielder will all be unavailable for this round's match against the visitors.
On a positive note, starting keeper Alisson Becker has regained full health from his hamstring injury and is fit to play.
The Liverpool boss stated that Gomez missed sessions yesterday but should be fit for consideration, though it's unlikely he'll be played for the full 90 minutes.
The Clarets Have Positive Update on Their Striker
Turf Moor coach Parker has revealed that forward the Albanian may have "dodged a bullet" after sustaining an ankle injury while appearing for the Albanian side against the English team.
Broja left the fixture on a medical cart, but follow-up checks have indicated the problem is "not serious at all."
The Burnley manager noted that the forward has trained since midweek and could potentially feature versus his former club Chelsea on Saturday.
The Magpies Injury Reports
Newcastle manager Howe has offered updates on several important individuals ahead of their fixture against City.
Gordon has "trained extensively" to get back from his recent issue and is "questionable" for the weekend's encounter.
Tino Livramento is "very close" after overcoming a serious knee issue and is also in the running for the matchday roster.
Nick Pope is "fine" after completing safety procedures, while the Brazilian and the Italian are both ready to face Manchester City.
Upcoming Top Flight Matches
- Turf Moor hosts Chelsea (Saturday early kickoff GMT)
- Liverpool host Forest (standard kickoff)
- Bournemouth v West Ham (3pm)
- Wolves host Palace (standard kickoff)
- Brighton v Brentford (3pm)
- Sunderland visit Craven Cottage (standard kickoff)
- Newcastle v Man City (late kickoff)
- Leeds host Villa (Sunday early kickoff)
- Arsenal v Tottenham (Sunday 4.30pm)
- United host Everton (Monday evening kickoff)
Tactical Spotlight on Howe
Newcastle could find themselves in the bottom three if they suffer defeat against the champions and outcomes elsewhere are unfavorable.
The historical record don't look good for Eddie Howe, who has never won Pep Guardiola in numerous previous English football attempts.
Howe's history against Guardiola stands at two draws and sixteen unsuccessful attempts from their previous meetings.
"We've developed and without doubt I've seen a massive improvement from us," commented the Clarets manager the gaffer. "We need to work on little tiny bits at this point in our development."
The comeback of Premier League fixtures comes after a dramatic international break that saw memorable moments including the Scottish team's dramatic qualification for the international competition.
