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Team News: Leicester City vs. Manchester City injury, suspension list, predicted XIs

sportsmole.co.uk, 10 September 2021, 14:00
Leicester City and Manchester City will meet for the second time this season when the two teams face off at the King Power Stadium in the Premier League on Saturday afternoon.

The Foxes recorded a 1-0 victory over Man City in the Community Shield last month, and here Sports Mole rounds up the team news for the two sides as they prepare to lock horns in the league.

LEICESTER CITY vs. MANCHESTER CITY

LEICESTER CITY

Out: James Justin (knee), Wesley Fofana (leg), Ayoze Perez (suspended)

Doubtful: Jannik Vestergaard (fitness), Jonny Evans (fitness)

Sports Mole's predicted XI: Schmeichel; Ricardo, Evans, Soyuncu, Thomas; Tielemans, Ndidi; Albrighton, Maddison, Barnes; Vardy

MANCHESTER CITY

Out: Gabriel Jesus (suspension), Ederson (suspension), Benjamin Mendy (club suspension), Zack Steffen (coronavirus)

Doubtful: Phil Foden (foot), Kevin De Bruyne (ankle)

Sports Mole's predicted XI: Carson; Walker, Stones, Dias, Cancelo; Bernardo, Rodri, Gundogan; Grealish, F Torres, Sterling

10 September 2021
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Newcastle United
Newcastle keeper Karl Darlow has urged people to be vaccinated against Covid-19 after revealing how ill he was with the virus.
10 September 2021
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Crystal Palace manager Patrick Vieira plays down Tottenham rivalry talk
Crystal Palace manager Patrick Vieira has played down his rivalry with Tottenham but admitted former Arsenal forward Thierry Henry is on a different level to the "fantastic" Harry Kane.
10 September 2021
goal.com
Messi sees PSG home debut delayed as Neymar is also ruled out of Pochettino's plans
An Argentine superstar will not get to grace Parc des Princes on Saturday, with South American stars sitting out a meeting with Clermont
10 September 2021
goal.com
Pulisic to miss three Chelsea games with ankle injury, Tuchel confirms
The United States international will be out for 10 days after sustaining an injury in a World Cup qualifying match against Honduras
10 September 2021
talksport.com
Klopp, Guardiola and Solskjaer admit they don't know whether Brazilian stars can play
Jurgen Klopp, Pep Guardiola and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer have admitted they are unsure whether Liverpool, Man City and Man United's Brazilian stars are allowed to play in the Premier League this weekend.
10 September 2021
goal.com
Guardiola expects Ederson & Jesus to play for Man City against Leicester amid Brazil ban request
The Catalan coach admits the situation is unclear with FIFA amid fears that as many as eight Premier League players will be barred from playing
10 September 2021
talksport.com
Ronaldo hints at four-year Man United stay as superstar is backed to play into 40s
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10 September 2021
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Hearts boss Robbie Neilson excited by 'very explosive' options in his squad
Hearts manager Robbie Neilson is excited by the array of creative options he has at his disposal ahead of Sunday's top-of-the-table Edinburgh derby showdown.
10 September 2021
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Jadon Sancho available to face Newcastle United after minor injury
Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has revealed that Jadon Sancho is available for Saturday's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at Old Trafford.
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mirror.co.uk
Alexander-Arnold's midfield switch bluntly dismissed by Liverpool boss Klopp
Jurgen Klopp has no plans to shift Trent Alexander-Arnold from his right-back berth to a central-midfield role. Liverpool star Alexander-Arnold is renowned for his impeccable delivery of the ball and he has already racked up 35 assists in the Premier League at the tender age of 22. The Englishman's creative output has led to calls for him to be given a chance in the centre of the park - which Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate has noted.
10 September 2021
goal.com
'Life goes on' - Allegri shrugs off Ronaldo exit as Portuguese 'didn't want to play for Juventus anymore'
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10 September 2021
mirror.co.uk
Thieves rob grave of tragic Lazio youth star killed in car crash
Thieves have stolen several items of memorabilia from the grave of former Lazio youth midfielder Daniel Guerini, his mother has confirmed. The 19-year-old tragically passed away after a car crash in Rome back in March this year. Guerini was buried in the Italian capital the following month in an emotional ceremony which was attended by president Claudio Lotito, coach Simone Inzaghi and players from the first team and the youth team.
10 September 2021
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Thomas Tuchel provides Romelu Lukaku fitness update ahead of Aston Villa clash
Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has confirmed that Romelu Lukaku will be available for Saturday's Premier League clash with Aston Villa at Stamford Bridge.
10 September 2021
talksport.com
How Man United could look against Newcastle with Ronaldo, Varane, and Sancho
Cristiano Ronaldo is back at Manchester United and is set to make his second debut for the club against Newcastle United at Old Trafford.
10 September 2021
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Preview: Cadiz vs. Real Sociedad - prediction, team news, lineups
After winning consecutive games in the lead up to the recent international break, Real Sociedad will look to pick up where they left off upon their return to action on Sunday, when they travel to take on Cadiz.
10 September 2021
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Wolves boss Bruno Lage heaps praise on "top man" Raul Jimenez
Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Bruno Lage has lauded Raul Jimenez as a "top man" ahead of Saturday's showdown with Watford.
10 September 2021
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Preview: Nottingham Forest vs. Cardiff City - prediction, team news, lineups
Nottingham Forest play host to Cardiff City on Sunday afternoon looking to move off the bottom of the Championship table.
10 September 2021
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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer confirms Cristiano Ronaldo will face Newcastle United at Old Trafford
Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has confirmed that Cristiano Ronaldo will make his second debut for the club in Saturday afternoon's Premier League clash with Newcastle United.
10 September 2021
talksport.com
Ronaldo has 'massive aura', broke defenders and was unplayable at Man United
Cristiano Ronaldo looks set to make his second Manchester United debut this weekend and there will be plenty of Premier League players dreading facing the superstar.
10 September 2021
mirror.co.uk
Man Utd boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer confirms Cristiano Ronaldo selection decision
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has confirmed Cristiano Ronaldo will definitely be involved for Manchester United this weekend and will make his second debut against Newcastle United The 36-year-old signed a two-year contract on deadline day, returning to Old Trafford more than a decade after he ended his first spell at the club.
10 September 2021
mirror.co.uk
Man Utd stars have "nowhere to hide" with Cristiano Ronaldo back at Old Trafford
Manchester United's players have "nowhere to hide" now Cristiano Ronaldo is back at Old Trafford, according to boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Ronaldo will make his emotional return for United against Newcastle at Old Trafford on Saturday, after rejoining the club 12 years after leaving for Real Madrid. And Solskjaer said Ronaldo's return and the way he trains and plays means there will be no hiding place for the rest of his squad.
10 September 2021
mirror.co.uk
Klopp claims Wenger and FIFA went back on agreement amid Brazil FA row
Liverpool's Brazilian players have been banned from playing against Leeds United in spite of a pre-existing agreement with Jurgen Klopp, according to Jurgen Klopp. The Reds travel to Leeds United in the Premier League on Sunday and Klopp will be unable to call on midfielder Fabinho or goalkeeper Alisson.
10 September 2021
talksport.com
Birmingham fans are snapping up Deeney shirts and new boy can't wait for debut
St Andrew's will be packed on Friday night when Derby roll in as fans clamour to see the star attraction.
10 September 2021
goal.com
Ronaldo set for second Man Utd debut vs Newcastle
The Portugal attacker will have a role to play in the Premier League game on Saturday, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has confirmed
10 September 2021
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Preview: Hearts vs. Hibernian - prediction, team news, lineups
Hearts and Hibernian head into the next weekend of the season sitting in the top two places of the Scottish Premiership standings.
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'Why make the best right-back in the world a midfielder?' - Alexander-Arnold experiment puzzles Liverpool boss Klopp
A star turn at Anfield was moved out of his usual position when turning out for England in World Cup qualification action
10 September 2021
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Raul Jimenez available for Wolverhampton Wanderers against Watford
Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Bruno Lage has seemingly confirmed that Raul Jimenez will be able to play against Watford on Saturday afternoon.
10 September 2021
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Newcastle boss Steve Bruce says he will 'never be satisfied' with his squad
Newcastle head coach Steve Bruce will never be satisfied with his squad as he pushes owner Mike Ashley for more.
10 September 2021
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Jurgen Klopp excited for "outstanding" Leeds United atmosphere
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is relishing the opportunity for his side to play in front of an "outstanding" atmosphere against Leeds United at Elland Road.
10 September 2021
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Dylan Levitt reveals he had Darren Fletcher backing for Dundee United loan move
Dylan Levitt revealed he had the backing of Darren Fletcher for his loan move to Dundee United from Manchester United.
10 September 2021
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Jurgen Klopp: 'World Cup plans are all about the money'
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Manchester City 'refused to pay transfer fee for Cristiano Ronaldo'
Juventus director of football Federico Cherubini has suggested that Manchester City missed out on a summer deal for Cristiano Ronaldo as they were not prepared to pay a transfer fee for the attacker.
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Jurgen Klopp: 'Why would you make Trent Alexander-Arnold a midfielder?'
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has questioned the decision to play "the best right-back in the world" Trent Alexander-Arnold in midfield.
10 September 2021
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'Talks turn to Salah wanting more than Ronaldo' - Barnes reacts to £500k-a-week contract rumours at Liverpool
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Klopp defends Liverpool's refusal to release Brazil players for international duty
The Reds boss feels the clubs and players have been punished for decisions that were out of their hands
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Aston Villa Women
Aston Villa boss Carla Ward has warned her side they will need to take things up another level when they continue their Women's Super League campaign against West Ham.
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