English Top Flight Returns with Important Injury Reports
The Premier League returns this weekend following the FIFA window, with managers providing important team news ahead of the weekend's matches.
The Reds Encounter Substantial Unavailable Stars
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has announced that Conor Bradley, Frimpong, and Wirtz will all sit out this round's fixture against Forest.
On a positive note, starting shot-stopper Alisson has regained full health from his muscle problem and is ready for selection.
The manager admitted that the versatile defender sat out training on Thursday but will likely be ready for consideration, though he may not be used for the complete game.
Turf Moor Side Get Positive Report on Armando Broja
Burnley manager the manager has announced that striker the Albanian may have "escaped major damage" after picking up an problem while appearing for the Albanian side against the Three Lions.
The 24-year-old left the fixture on a assisted device, but subsequent checks have shown the issue is "not serious at all."
The Burnley manager noted that Broja has been in training since midweek and could yet face his previous employers Chelsea on the weekend.
The Magpies Injury News
Magpies boss Eddie Howe has offered reports on a number of important players ahead of their game against City.
Anthony Gordon has "trained extensively" to recover from his hip injury and is "touch-and-go" for the weekend's fixture.
the full-back is "almost ready" after returning from a knee ligament injury and is also in contention for the matchday roster.
Nick Pope is "okay" after undergoing head injury assessment, while Joelinton and Sandro Tonali are both fit to play against City.
This Round's Premier League Games
- Turf Moor hosts Chelsea (Sat early kickoff BST)
- Forest visit Anfield (standard kickoff)
- Bournemouth v West Ham (3pm)
- Palace visit Molineux (afternoon)
- Brighton v Brentford (standard kickoff)
- Fulham host Sunderland (standard kickoff)
- Newcastle v Man City (5.30pm)
- Leeds v Aston Villa (Sun early kickoff)
- Spurs visit the Emirates (Sunday evening)
- United host Everton (Monday night)
Managerial Attention on Howe
St James' Park side could end up in the relegation zone if they lose against the champions and results in other games don't go their way.
The omens are unfavorable for Howe, who has been unable to beat the City boss in 18 prior top flight encounters.
Howe's history against Guardiola stands at two stalemates and sixteen unsuccessful attempts from their past encounters.
"We've developed and certainly I've seen a significant progress from us," stated Turf Moor manager the gaffer. "They're just minor aspects at this point in our development."
The comeback of Premier League matches comes after a eventful national team period that saw remarkable moments including Scotland's dramatic achievement for the World Cup.
