English Top Flight Resumes with Important Fitness Reports
England's top division kicks off again this weekend following the pause for national teams, with bosses providing important team news ahead of matchday twelve's matches.
Anfield Side Deal With Significant Unavailable Stars
Anfield coach Arne Slot has confirmed that Bradley, Jeremie Frimpong, and the German midfielder will all sit out this round's match against the visitors.
Meanwhile, number one keeper Alisson Becker has fully recovered from his recent setback and is ready for selection.
Slot admitted that the versatile defender missed training recently but will likely be fit for consideration, though it's unlikely he'll be played for the entire match.
The Clarets Have Good Report on Broja
Clarets boss Scott Parker has revealed that attacker Broja may have "avoided serious injury" after suffering an ankle injury while appearing for Albania against the Three Lions.
The 24-year-old left the fixture on a medical cart, but follow-up assessments have revealed the issue is "very, very, very minor."
Scott Parker noted that their striker has been in training since midweek and could potentially play against his previous employers the Blues on matchday.
The Magpies Fitness Reports
Magpies boss the manager has given news on several first-team squad members ahead of their game against City.
Anthony Gordon has "put in significant effort" to return from his hip problem and is "a doubt" for Saturday's fixture.
Livramento is "nearing fitness" after recovering from a knee ligament injury and is also in contention for selection.
Pope is "okay" after completing safety procedures, while Joelinton and Sandro Tonali are both ready to play against City.
Upcoming English Football Games
- Chelsea travel to Burnley (Sat early kickoff UK time)
- Liverpool v Nottingham Forest (3pm)
- Bournemouth v West Ham (3pm)
- Palace visit Molineux (afternoon)
- The Seagulls host Brentford (3pm)
- Fulham v Sunderland (afternoon)
- City travel to Newcastle (5.30pm)
- Leeds host Villa (Sun early kickoff)
- Spurs visit the Emirates (Sunday late kickoff)
- Everton visit Old Trafford (Mon 8pm)
Tactical Spotlight on Howe
The Magpies could potentially be in the bottom three if they are defeated against the champions and results around them are unfavorable.
The statistics are unfavorable for Eddie Howe, who has never won Pep Guardiola in numerous prior Premier League encounters.
His record against Pep stands at two tied games and 16 losses from their historical matchups.
"We've improved and without doubt I've seen a huge development from us," stated Turf Moor coach Parker. "We need to work on minor aspects at this current stage."
The return of top flight fixtures comes after a dramatic FIFA window that saw unforgettable events including Scotland's dramatic qualification for the World Cup.
