English Top Flight Comes Back with Important Injury Reports
The English top flight kicks off again this weekend following the international break, with managers providing vital team news ahead of Saturday's games.
Liverpool Deal With Major Unavailable Stars
Anfield coach Arne Slot has announced that Bradley, Frimpong, and Florian Wirtz will all be unavailable for this upcoming fixture against Forest.
On a positive note, first-choice keeper the Brazilian has fully recovered from his muscle problem and is ready for selection.
Slot admitted that the versatile defender missed training on Thursday but should be fit for consideration, though he may not be used for the complete game.
The Clarets Receive Positive News on Broja
Burnley manager Scott Parker has revealed that attacker Broja may have "escaped major damage" after suffering an problem while featuring for Albania against the English team.
Broja left the game on a stretcher, but later checks have shown the problem is "very, very, very minor."
The Burnley manager added that the forward has been in training since recently and could yet face his old team the Blues on matchday.
St James' Park Side Fitness News
Magpies boss Howe has offered news on several first-team squad members ahead of their game against City.
the winger has "trained extensively" to get back from his recent issue and is "questionable" for tomorrow's match.
Tino Livramento is "nearing fitness" after recovering from a knee problem and is also in consideration for the squad.
Nick Pope is "fine" after following head injury assessment, while Joelinton and Sandro Tonali are both ready to take on Manchester City.
This Round's English Football Games
- Turf Moor hosts Chelsea (Saturday 12.30pm UK time)
- Liverpool v Nottingham Forest (3pm)
- Bournemouth v West Ham (3pm)
- Palace visit Molineux (standard kickoff)
- Brentford travel to Brighton (afternoon)
- Fulham v Sunderland (afternoon)
- City travel to Newcastle (late kickoff)
- Leeds host Villa (Sunday early kickoff)
- Arsenal host Tottenham (Sun 4.30pm)
- Man United v Everton (Mon 8pm)
Coaching Attention on Howe
St James' Park side could end up in the drop zone if they lose against the champions and outcomes around them go against them.
The statistics don't look good for Howe, who has been unable to beat Guardiola in 18 past Premier League encounters.
The statistics against Guardiola stands at two stalemates and sixteen unsuccessful attempts from their previous meetings.
"We've improved and without doubt I've seen a significant progress from us," commented Burnley coach Scott Parker. "It's only little tiny bits at this current stage."
The resumption of English football fixtures comes after a dramatic international break that featured unforgettable highlights including the Scottish team's nail-biting qualification for the international competition.
