English Top Flight Returns with Key Injury Reports
The English top flight resumes this round of fixtures following the international break, with managers providing crucial fitness reports ahead of the weekend's games.
The Reds Face Significant Unavailable Stars
Reds boss Arne Slot has revealed that Bradley, the Dutch full-back, and Wirtz will all be unavailable for this weekend's match against the visitors.
Meanwhile, starting shot-stopper Alisson Becker has fully recovered from his muscle problem and is available.
The manager revealed that Gomez sat out practice on Thursday but will likely be available for selection, though it's unlikely he'll be played for the complete game.
Burnley Get Good Update on Broja
Burnley manager Scott Parker has stated that forward the Albanian may have "dodged a bullet" after suffering an knock while appearing for the Albanian side against the English team.
The 24-year-old left the game on a assisted device, but later examinations have shown the injury is "very, very, very minor."
Scott Parker noted that Broja has trained since midweek and could potentially play against his old team the Blues on matchday.
The Magpies Injury Updates
Magpies boss Howe has provided updates on a number of important players ahead of their fixture against Manchester City.
the winger has "worked very hard" to return from his hip problem and is "questionable" for tomorrow's encounter.
Livramento is "almost ready" after overcoming a serious knee issue and is also in contention for the matchday roster.
Nick Pope is "alright" after completing head injury assessment, while Joelinton and Tonali are both fit to face Manchester City.
Weekend English Football Games
- Burnley v Chelsea (Sat early kickoff GMT)
- Liverpool host Forest (standard kickoff)
- West Ham travel to Bournemouth (3pm)
- Wolves host Palace (afternoon)
- Brentford travel to Brighton (3pm)
- Sunderland visit Craven Cottage (standard kickoff)
- Newcastle v Man City (5.30pm)
- Villa visit Elland Road (Sunday early kickoff)
- Arsenal host Tottenham (Sunday evening)
- United host Everton (Monday night)
Managerial Spotlight on Eddie Howe
The Magpies could end up in the relegation zone if they lose against Manchester City and other matches around them don't go their way.
The statistics aren't great for Howe, who has failed to secure victory Pep Guardiola in numerous previous English football matches.
The statistics against Pep stands at two stalemates and 16 losses from their historical matchups.
"Our progress and without doubt I've seen a significant progress from us," said Burnley boss Scott Parker. "We need to work on small details at this point in our development."
The return of English football matches comes after a dramatic international break that saw memorable events including Scotland's dramatic achievement for the global tournament.
