Manchester City vs Newcastle United Tactical Preview: Team News, Key Men And Streaming Links | OneFootball

Manchester City are set to host Newcastle United at home in the Premier League this weekend. While the former side came with a defeat behind their back, the latter side has been a good form lately. The game is expected to deliver a lot of high-voltage drama and memorable moments.

Eddie Howe should name a 4-3-3 shape to balance both aspects of the game. His side can be dangerous in the counter attacks. He will surely ask his men to exploit the vast areas that the Citizens leave behind while pressing high.

Manchester City

Jack Grealish, Manuel Akanji, Oscar Bobb and Nico Gonzalez will be assessed before the game while Rodri remains a long-term absentee.

Manchester City Predicted XI

Ortega; Nunes, Dias, Ake, Gvardiol; Gonzalez, Kovacic; Savinho, Foden, Marmoush; Haaland

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND – MAY 11: The Newcastle United team huddle prior to the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Brighton & Hove Albion at St. James Park on May 11, 2024 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Newcastle United

Jamaal Lascelles (knee) and Harvey Barnes (muscle) remain sidelined, while Anthony Gordon (thigh), Joelinton (knee), Sven Botman (knee) and Dan Burn (groin) are all unavailable.

Newcastle United Predicted XI

Dubravka; Livramento, Botman, Schar, Hall; Tonali, Guimaraes, Joelinton; Murphy, Isak, Gordon

Key Men

Manchester City

Joško Gvardiol continues to be a key performer for the Citizens while Phil Foden is expected to have a good game this week.

A lot will depend upon Bruno Guimarães to control the game in the midfield. On the attacking front, Alexander Isak is a big threat to the opponents.