Premier League Comes Back with Key Fitness News
The English top flight returns this round of fixtures following the international break, with coaches providing vital squad updates ahead of the weekend's fixtures.
Liverpool Face Significant Absences
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has announced that Conor Bradley, Jeremie Frimpong, and Florian Wirtz will all miss this weekend's game against Nottingham Forest.
On a positive note, number one keeper the Brazilian has regained full health from his recent setback and is available.
The Liverpool boss admitted that Gomez was absent from sessions recently but will likely be fit for consideration, though he probably won't be used for the full 90 minutes.
Burnley Receive Positive Report on Broja
Clarets boss the manager has stated that forward Broja may have "dodged a bullet" after sustaining an ankle injury while featuring for the Albanian side against England.
The 24-year-old left the fixture on a medical cart, but subsequent examinations have indicated the issue is "not serious at all."
Parker commented that Broja has been in training since recently and could potentially play against his previous employers the London side on matchday.
The Magpies Injury Updates
St James' Park coach Howe has offered reports on multiple first-team individuals ahead of their match against City.
the winger has "trained extensively" to recover from his hip injury and is "touch-and-go" for tomorrow's fixture.
Tino Livramento is "very close" after overcoming a serious knee issue and is also in contention for selection.
Pope is "okay" after undergoing concussion protocols, while Joelinton and Tonali are both ready to play against Manchester City.
This Round's Premier League Fixtures
- Chelsea travel to Burnley (Saturday early kickoff BST)
- Forest visit Anfield (3pm)
- Bournemouth v West Ham (afternoon)
- Palace visit Molineux (afternoon)
- Brighton v Brentford (afternoon)
- Fulham host Sunderland (standard kickoff)
- City travel to Newcastle (late kickoff)
- Leeds host Villa (Sunday 2pm)
- Arsenal host Tottenham (Sunday 4.30pm)
- Everton visit Old Trafford (Mon evening kickoff)
Managerial Focus on Howe
St James' Park side could potentially be in the bottom three if they lose against Manchester City and results in other games go against them.
The historical record are unfavorable for the Newcastle manager, who has never won Pep Guardiola in numerous past English football encounters.
His record against the City manager stands at two draws and 16 losses from their historical matchups.
"We've developed and definitely I've seen a massive improvement from us," said Burnley boss Scott Parker. "They're just little tiny bits at this point in our development."
The comeback of English football matches comes after a dramatic national team period that featured remarkable moments including the Scottish team's thrilling success for the global tournament.