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- Erling Haaland and Phil Foden’s absence from training due to injuries poses a significant challenge for Manchester City ahead of their clash with Brighton.
- Haaland’s injury, in particular, could have a substantial impact on Manchester City’s attacking options, given his formidable performance this season.
- The absence of Haaland and Foden could potentially benefit Liverpool’s title bid, as it narrows the gap between the top three sides in the Premier League.
- John Stones’ participation in training suggests he is available for selection, offering a ray of hope for Manchester City’s defense.
– Manchester City faces a notable situation as they prepare for their next Premier League match against Brighton & Hove Albion. The absence of the team’s attacking pair, Erling Haaland and Phil Foden, was marked in Tuesday’s training session. This development is particularly crucial as Haaland was already sidelined during Saturday’s FA Cup semi-final victory against Chelsea because of a muscular problem. Consequently, Julian Alvarez stepped in to take Haaland’s spot in the starting lineup.
Haaland’s absence was further compounded by his early exit in last week’s Champions League match against Real Madrid. Following the match, Pep Guardiola expressed concern over Haaland’s fitness, stating that while the injury was not severe, it would prevent him from participating in the training session. The uncertainty over Haaland’s availability for the upcoming game against Brighton was further complicated by the absence of Foden from the training session as well.
❌ Erling Haaland
❌ Phil Foden
✅ Julián Álvarez (he started training after we finished filming)
✅ John Stones
Latest from #MCFC training ahead Thursday’s game v #BHAFC.
— Anton Toloui (@SkyAnton) April 23, 2024
The situation is further complicated by the fact that there is another day of training scheduled for tomorrow, but it remains unclear whether either Haaland or Foden will be able to participate in the match against Brighton. This uncertainty is particularly concerning given the importance of the upcoming game and the potential impact of Haaland and Foden’s absence on the team’s performance.
On a brighter note, defender John Stones, who had sparked fitness concerns with his performance at Wembley, was spotted in training alongside other key players like Kevin De Bruyne and Jack Grealish, indicating a positive sign for his fitness. However, the absence of Haaland and Foden, two of the team’s key attacking players, could significantly impact Manchester City’s chances in the upcoming match.
Guardiola is expected to address the fitness status of Haaland and Foden in his media appearance on Wednesday, providing further insight into their availability for the Brighton game. The team’s preparation for the match will be closely watched, with the absence of these two players casting a shadow over the team’s performance prospects.
