Liverpool v Manchester City: Premier League Team News and O'Reilly's Return
Manchester City confirmed its team news for the October 11 Premier League fixture against Liverpool at Anfield, scheduled for 16:30 UK time. Manager Enzo Maresca confirmed that Erling Haaland is fit for the match. City has made one change to the starting lineup from their previous competitive game against Sunderland, with Nico O'Reilly replacing Joško Gvardiol. Phil Foden remains unavailable as he serves the final match of a three-game suspension.
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Arsenal secured a 2-1 comeback victory against Leeds United at Emirates Stadium. James Justin opened the scoring for Leeds before Riccardo Calafiori equalized for Arsenal, and substitute Bruno Guimaraes scored the winning goal.
Manchester City plays Liverpool at Anfield on October 11 at 16:30 UK time.
Nico O'Reilly returns to the Manchester City starting lineup, replacing Joško Gvardiol.
Phil Foden is unavailable due to a three-game suspension.
Erling Haaland is confirmed fit and available for the match.
Liverpool enters the match following a 1-0 win over Bournemouth before the international break.
What happened
Manchester City published its team news for the Premier League fixture against Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday, October 11, with kick-off scheduled for 16:30 UK time. This report covers the confirmed team news; it is not a live score or result update.
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Team details
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has made one change to the side that defeated Sunderland 5-3 in their last competitive outing. Nico O'Reilly enters the starting lineup, while Joško Gvardiol moves to the bench. Phil Foden will miss the match as he completes a three-game suspension. Erling Haaland has been confirmed as fit and available for selection.
Liverpool, managed by Iraola, enters the fixture on a seven-game unbeaten run across all competitions, having secured a 1-0 victory against Bournemouth in their most recent league match.
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Why it matters
This match marks the return of Premier League action following an international break, with both teams looking to maintain their momentum in the early stages of the season.
What we know
Manchester City plays Liverpool at Anfield on October 11 at 16:30 UK time.
Nico O'Reilly replaces Joško Gvardiol in the Manchester City starting lineup.
Phil Foden is unavailable for the match due to a three-game suspension.
Erling Haaland is fit and available for the match against Liverpool.
Arsenal secured a 2-1 comeback victory against Leeds United at Emirates Stadium in the Premier League, according to BBC Sport. After falling behind in the fifty-fifth minute, goals from Riccardo Calafiori and substitute Bruno Guimaraes lifted Mikel Arteta's side to victory, putting them level on points with league leaders Manchester City.
Returning fast bowler Anrich Nortje claimed two wickets to help reduce Australia to 187-6 on the first day of the opening Test at Kingsmead cricket ground in Durban, according to Daily Maverick. Australia chose to bat first but struggled against South Africa's bowling attack, which operated without key bowlers Kagiso Rabada and Lungi Ngidi. Late in the day, captain Pat Cummins and Matt Renshaw mounted an unbeaten 63-run partnership before bad light halted play, leaving Australia at 187-6 at the close of play.
Manchester United is preparing to face Tottenham in a Premier League fixture. Ahead of the match, Manchester United coach Michael Carrick spoke to Sky Sports about squad developments, highlighting the return of Amad Diallo and the progress of Leny Yoro.
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Liverpool v Manchester City: Confirmed Team News at Anfield
