{"id":312,"date":"2024-04-25T07:42:41","date_gmt":"2024-04-25T07:42:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wpinitiate.com\/echo-test\/demo76e71539\/2024\/04\/25\/josko-gvardiol-to-start-4-2-3-1-manchester-city-predicted-lineup-vs-brighton\/"},"modified":"2024-04-25T07:42:41","modified_gmt":"2024-04-25T07:42:41","slug":"josko-gvardiol-to-start-4-2-3-1-manchester-city-predicted-lineup-vs-brighton","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wpinitiate.com\/echo-test\/demo76e71539\/2024\/04\/25\/josko-gvardiol-to-start-4-2-3-1-manchester-city-predicted-lineup-vs-brighton\/","title":{"rendered":"Josko Gvardiol To Start | 4-2-3-1 Manchester City Predicted Lineup Vs Brighton"},"content":{"rendered":"
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After beating Chelsea 1-0 to advance to the final of the FA Cup, Manchester City will return to the Premier League this week. They will face Brighton in an away fixture on Thursday night. It will be a crucial game for them as they continue to lead to the title race.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Citizens are third in the points table with 73 points after 32 games. However, they have a game advantage and go on to lift their record fourth consecutive league title if they win all of their remaining games. Hence, Pep Guardiola\u2019s men will look to give their everything on the field.<\/span><\/p>\n

Defence<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Ederson is likely to return between the sticks in place of Stefan Ortega. On the\u00a0<\/span>right<\/span>\u00a0back-full position, Kyle Walker could be starting his third consecutive game after\u00a0<\/span>coming back<\/span>\u00a0from the injury.<\/span><\/p>\n

While John Stones continues to form the heart of the defence, Manuel Akanji should make way for Ruben Dias. Josko Gvardiol<\/a> is also in line to\u00a0<\/span>walk into<\/span>\u00a0the XI and replace Nathan Ake as the left-back.<\/span><\/p>\n

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MADRID, SPAIN \u2013 APRIL 09: Josko Gvardiol of Manchester City celebrates scoring his team\u2019s third goal during the UEFA Champions League quarter-final first leg match between Real Madrid CF and Manchester City at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on April 09, 2024 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by David Ramos\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Midfield<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Expect Mateo Kovacic to\u00a0<\/span>be called up<\/span>\u00a0to form the holding midfield duo with Rodri. Bernardo Silva<\/a> is likely to get the much-needed rest. He revealed that he felt the left hamstring and right calf after the game against Chelsea.<\/span><\/p>\n

While Phil Foden operates on the right wing, Kevin De Bruyne should\u00a0<\/span>be\u00a0<\/span>deployed<\/span>\u00a0in the middle. On the left flank, Jeremy Doku\u00a0<\/span>is likely to<\/span>\u00a0get the nod ahead of Jack Grealish. The former winger has been instrumental as a super sub in changing the\u00a0<\/span>dynamics of the game<\/span>\u00a0with his speed and dribbling skills.<\/span><\/p>\n

Attack<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Erling Haaland is carrying a niggle and missed the previous game. If he fails to regain full fitness, Julian Alvarez<\/a> will continue lead<\/span>ing the attacking line for the Citizens.<\/span><\/p>\n

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4-2-3-1 Manchester City Predicted Lineup Vs Brighton<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n
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\"Wansh<\/p>\n

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Wansh Agarwal<\/a><\/h3>\n

Wansh Agarwal is a sports enthusiast who likes to express his views through writing. He is a Manchester City fan but follows most sports.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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