After the resounding victory in the previous duel against Tottenham, Manchester City now faces a key match corresponding to matchday 38 against West Ham. A victory in this match would be definitive. The fight for the Premier League title is more alive than ever, and Pep Guardiola’s team will have to show their best level to retain the champion trophy for another season.
Next, we leave you with the lineup that the Spanish coach could have on the green for this key match for the title.
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BY: ORTEGA – The German goalkeeper will start for Guardiola’s team in both this last league match and the English Cup final. Ederson was injured against Tottenham, and the German entered the field to save a decisive one-on-one in the 86th minute.
RH: WALKER – The English defender is fundamental in Manchester City’s plans, mainly due to his speed and ability to correct in space. In a team that has a lot of control of the ball and plays mainly on the counterattack, a player like this is key.
DFC: AKANJI – The centre-back, also capable of playing from the side also thanks to the training of Pep, who came from Borussia, is being one of the best signings of the club since last year in relation to quality/price. He was a player that no one expected to come to the club, but he always performs as he should and that will ensure him a starting position in the defense.
DFC: RUBEN DÍAS – The Portuguese is life insurance behind and indisputable for Pep Guardiola. He provides hierarchy and forcefulness, something very necessary in a team full of stars. Without a doubt, the defender should be in the game in this clash against Fulham in the Premier League.
LI: GVARDIOL – He is a player who arrived from RB Leipzig after he was one of the best defenders in the World Cup in Qatar. He has been a starter in the Manchester team’s last games and will repeat his starting role.
MC: RODRI – Rodri will act as the anchor in the midfield, providing defensive stability and assisting in ball distribution. His physical presence and tactical ability are valuable assets for Manchester City. Furthermore, the scoring ability that he currently has helps to unclog games a lot when they get worse.
MC: KOVACIC – The Croatian has been starting in the last few games, and the truth is that he is showing a great level alongside Rodri in the midfield. He brings balance and work to the team, and also allows Rodri to free up a bit in his game. He is undoubtedly experiencing his best moment of the season in this final stretch.
ED: BERNARDO SILVA – A little more heeled to the wing it seems that the Portuguese Bernardo Silva will act, known for his agility, vision of the game and ability to score goals. Silva will provide versatility and imbalance in the three-quarter zone of City’s attack. The Portuguese is one of the best in the world and he shows it every time he takes the field.
MCO: DE BRUYNE – In the midfield, the presence of the Belgian adds creativity and vision of the game to Manchester City. De Bruyne, a master of the pass and capable of unbalancing at any moment, will be in charge of directing the game in the center of the field, from a slightly more advanced position, although going down to receive at all times.
EI: FODEN – One of the most outstanding players in the Premier League this season. He has accumulated 25 goals and 11 assists in all competitions, spectacular figures considering his position on the field. Without a doubt an essential asset right now in Pep Guardiola’s plans.
DC: HAALAND – Despite not scoring in the last game, the Norwegian star has accumulated great numbers this season, with 38 goals in all competitions, something that could increase in the last games left for the team. citizens this campaign.
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Goalie: Ortega
Defenses: Walker, Akanji, Ruben Días, Gvardiol
Midfielders: Rodri, Kovacic
Midfielders: Bernardo Silva, De Bruyne, Foden
Forward: Haaland
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