Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag believes new midfield signing Sofyan Amrabat can play in four different roles.
We simulated Sheffield United vs Man City to predict Premier League clash
27.08.2023 - 08:45 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Man City will be looking to continue their 100% start to the Premier League season when they face Sheffield United on Sunday.
Julian Alvarez netted the only goal of the game as City beat a good Newcastle side 1-0 in the Premier League, meaning City, Brighton and Arsenal are the only teams left yet to drop points. Next up is a trip to Bramall Lane, where Pep Guardiola's side will take on a second newly-promoted side in three games.
Guardiola will not be in attendance on Sunday, with the Spaniard recovering from back surgery meaning Juanma Lillo will be in the dugout. City met Sheffield United in the FA Cup last season, with Riyad Mahrez netting a hat-trick in a 3-0 win.
ALSO READ: Jeremy Doku declares ambitions after £55m Man City transfer and squad number confirmed
So, could City keep up their winning start to the Premier League season? Let's take a look.
To complete this simulation, we used FIFA 23 and updated the squads with the latest injuries, transfers and suspensions. FIFA 23 is not up to date with the latest kits or numbers, so both sides are in the kits from the 2022/23 season.
We predict that the hosts could set up in a 3-4-2-1 formation, with their line-up as follows: Foderingham; Ahmedhodzic, Egan, Robinson; Osborn, Norwood, Souza, Larouci; Hamer, Traore; Osula.
We predict that City could line up in a 4-3-3 formation, with their line-up as follows: Ederson; Walker, Dias, Akanji, Ake; Kovacic, Rodri, Bernardo; Foden, Haaland, Grealish.
As City have done already this season, they took control from the go, controlling the tempo of the game and creating a bunch of chances. Erling Haaland struck the post twice in the opening 10 minutes as the striker was left frustrated, but he managed to have some
The website celebfans.org is an aggregator of news from open sources. The source is indicated at the beginning and at the end of the announcement. You can send a complaint on the news if you find it unreliable.
Popular Celebs
Popular Tags
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
13.09.2023 / 20:43
Man City confirm 20-man squad as all Premier League home games sell out
Here are your Manchester City evening headlines on Wednesday, September 13.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
13.09.2023 / 16:55
Man City's next six fixtures compared to Liverpool, Arsenal and Premier League rivals
Manchester City return to Premier League action this weekend following the international break.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
13.09.2023 / 11:55
Man City sell out of all available tickets for every Premier League home game this season
Manchester City have sold out of every ticket they have offered up for all 19 Premier League home games this season.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
11.09.2023 / 17:27
Pep Guardiola set for Man City return ahead of West Ham fixture
Pep Guardiola is expected back in the UK on Wednesday to boost Manchester City preparations for their weekend game with West Ham United.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
08.09.2023 / 16:51
Ex-Man City ace Leroy Sane makes Manchester United admission ahead of Champions League clash
Bayern Munich winger Leroy Sane hopes to reignite an old rivalry when his side welcome Manchester United to the Allianz Arena for their opening Champions League group stage game.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
08.09.2023 / 13:31
Pep Guardiola has a decision to make over Man City's most important player
It was hardly a surprise when Rodri was announced Manchester City's Player of the Month for August.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
04.09.2023 / 12:59
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag stands by Jadon Sancho comments
Erik ten Hag is standing by his reason for excluding Jadon Sancho from the Manchester United squad at Arsenal, despite the winger using social media to contest that version of events.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
02.09.2023 / 13:49
Man City suffer Jack Grealish injury blow before Fulham game as Doku makes debut
Jack Grealish has become the latest Manchester City player to suffer an injury this season and will miss the Fulham game.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
02.09.2023 / 12:41
Manchester United get new fixture date and frustrating kick-off time vs Sheffield United
Manchester United's trip to Sheffield United has been brought forward a day and will now take place at 8pm on Saturday, October 21.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
02.09.2023 / 07:45
We simulated Man City vs Fulham to predict Premier League clash
Manchester City will be looking to remain the only side in the Premier League with a 100% record as they host Fulham on Saturday afternoon.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
01.09.2023 / 16:29
When will Manchester United and Man City's Champions League fixtures be confirmed? All the group stage details
The two Manchester clubs will not have to wait long to find out when and where their Champions League group-stage games will take place.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
31.08.2023 / 17:53
Manchester United fans agree about Champions League group stage opponents
Manchester United fans have been reacting to the Champions League group stage draw having been allocated in Group A alongside Bayern Munich, FC Copenhagen and Galatasaray.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
28.08.2023 / 11:21
'The game has changed' - Rodri details Man City response to unpopular call
Manchester City were able to stay calm when they conceded a late equaliser to Sheffield United because of timekeeping changes this season.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
28.08.2023 / 07:23
Arsenal have taught Manchester United a vital Premier League lesson
If Manchester United need any inspiration after a difficult opening few weeks to the season then this weekend’s opponents could provide it.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
27.08.2023 / 20:21
Pep Guardiola's role in Man City win and Phil Foden decision explained
Here are your Manchester City evening headlines on Sunday, August 27.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
26.08.2023 / 10:35
Sheffield United boss addresses Facundo Pellistri transfer interest amid Manchester United talks
Paul Heckingbottom insists Sheffield United are 'working hard' on a number of transfer options amid talks over a loan deal for Manchester United's Facundo Pellistri.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
26.08.2023 / 06:45
We simulated Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest to predict Premier League clash
Manchester United will be looking to return to winning ways this afternoon when Erik ten Hag's side host Nottingham Forest in the Premier League.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
25.08.2023 / 16:23
Sheffield United boss sends warning to Man City ahead of Premier League clash
Paul Heckingbottom has insisted facing Manchester City is not a free hit for Sheffield United and believes a positive result could kickstart their season.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
19.08.2023 / 09:21
Manchester United have the perfect opportunity to show Premier League progress
Away we go. Manchester United are back on the road in the Premier League seeking a cure to the travel sickness that blighted their 2022-23 season.