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Manchester City return to the Etihad Stadium on Saturday afternoon when they host Sunderland in the Premier League
Arsenal handed injury worries
Arsenal's title charge has been complicated by new injury concerns, with key players Declan Rice and Cristhian Mosquera both substituted during their recent match against Brentford. Although the Gunners extended their lead to five points, these growing fitness issues offer Manchester City a significant opportunity to ramp up pressure in the title race. Read the full story here >>>
Donnarumma learns his lesson
City goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma successfully avoided a fifth yellow card - which would have led to a suspension - during the thrilling 5-4 victory over Fulham. The Italian is learning essential game management skills and keeping his discipline in check, preventing opponents from exploiting his previously temperamental behaviour. Read the full story here >>>
Cucurella on City saga
Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella confirmed that he desperately wanted to join City when Pep Guardiola contacted him, but the transfer collapsed because City and Brighton could not agree on a fee. After moving to Chelsea for over £60 million, Cucurella has become an important player for one of City's Premier League title rivals. Read the full story here >>>
Pep's Haaland chat
Following the recent match against Fulham, Guardiola shared a quick, private message with striker Erling Haaland, urging him to ensure he does everything necessary to stay sharp and fit. This emphasis underscores the view that City's success this season is reliant on the Norwegian star remaining injury-free. Read the full story here >>>
Pep on Oscar Bobb
Guardiola gave a direct and firm answer when questioned about why young forward Oscar Bobb was excluded from the matchday squad for the second game running, saying simply, "my decision," and asking reporters who they would leave out. Bobb, who recently returned from a leg fracture, is currently struggling to find playing time in a competitive, fully-fit squad. Read the full story here >>>
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