Kovacic and Grealish out - Man City fans name starting XI they want to see vs Brighton
manchestereveningnews.co.ukManchester City are looking to bounce back from back to back Premier League losses when they take on Brighton this afternoon.
The Blues could head into the midweek Champions League clash with Young Boys top of the table if results go their way. They sit just two points off the summit with joint-leaders Arsenal facing Chelsea and Tottenham hosting Fulham on Monday.
Pep Guardiola’s injury list has shortened significantly, although Kevin De Bruyne still remains out. Otherwise, City have a fully fit squad and supporters have made their stance clear on who they want to see in the XI. READ MORE: City will put Guardiola's international break theory to the test vs Brighton READ MORE: Guardiola outlines vision for City future without him amid De Zerbi links Goalkeeper: Ederson It is no surprise to see the Brazilian get the nod here.
He was standing between the sticks in his nation’s 2026 World Cup qualifying defeat to Uruguay in the early hours of Wednesday morning but should be raring to go against Brighton. Defence: Walker, Dias, Stones, Gvardiol John Stones was selected by Gareth Southgate in England’s 3-1 Euro 2024 qualifier against Italy on Tuesday despite playing just 22 minutes for City this season.
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