Key Stars Return for City

Erling Haaland and Savinho are BACK for Manchester City’s trip to Nottingham Forest! Pep Guardiola’s side boosted by returns, but defensive injuries linger. Dashed Trail Plus

Haaland’s Comeback

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Savinho’s Fresh Legs

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Ederson Back in Goal

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Defensive Shake-Up

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City’s Injury Crisis Deepens

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Grealish Drops to the Bench

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Rodri’s Recovery Update

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Nottingham Forest’s Lineup

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Tactical Battle Ahead

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