Team coach Pep Guardiola confirmed Manchester CityThe absence of defensive duo Kyle Walker and John Stones from the upcoming match against Arsenal next Sunday, at the top of the 30th round of the English Premier League competitions.
Guardiola said during the press conference for the match: “Kyle Walker and John Stones are out of the team list. Akanji is ready, and Ederson’s condition is much better than before.”
Regarding the possibility of Kevin De Bruyne participating, he commented: “What an important player for us. It was a difficult season for him with injuries. He trained well yesterday. We will evaluate his condition to participate before the match against Arsenal.”
Regarding his preparation to face Arsenal, the Spaniard commented: “This season is very good for us. We have already won two titles and are competing for three more titles. We are doing an amazing job.”
The City coach refused to comment on England coach Gareth Southgate’s decision to start defender Stones twice in four days due to the injury problems he is suffering from this season.
Guardiola said: “You have to see the calendar that we have. If we want to fight in all competitions we need all the players. We have enough and the injuries do not look good for us but that is the case. It is good to be here and compete for two titles and compete for three titles after that.” What happened last season?
He concluded: “Now with the last 10 matches in the English Premier League at home with our fans, I am sure that they will give us what we need to give our best. Now every match is very important. If we are able to do that, the next match will be important as well.”
Arsenal sits at the top of the English Premier League standings with 64 points, on goal difference from runner-up Liverpool, while City comes third with 63 points.
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