English Top Flight Returns with Important Fitness Reports
The Premier League kicks off again this matchweek following the international break, with managers providing crucial team news ahead of matchday twelve's matches.
Anfield Side Encounter Major Missing Players
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has revealed that the young defender, the Dutch full-back, and Wirtz will all sit out this weekend's match against Nottingham Forest.
Meanwhile, starting keeper Alisson has returned to fitness from his recent setback and is fit to play.
The manager admitted that Gomez sat out practice on Thursday but will likely be fit for consideration, though he probably won't be risk for the entire match.
Turf Moor Side Have Positive Report on Broja
Burnley manager the manager has revealed that attacker Broja may have "escaped major damage" after sustaining an problem while featuring for the Albanian side against the Three Lions.
The striker left the match on a medical cart, but subsequent assessments have revealed the injury is "not serious at all."
Scott Parker commented that their striker has trained since Wednesday and could potentially play against his previous employers Chelsea on the weekend.
St James' Park Side Fitness Updates
St James' Park coach Howe has provided news on a number of key individuals ahead of their match against City.
the winger has "trained extensively" to get back from his hip problem and is "questionable" for the weekend's encounter.
the full-back is "very close" after overcoming a knee problem and is also in consideration for the squad.
Pope is "okay" after completing concussion protocols, while the Brazilian and Tonali are both ready to face the visitors.
This Round's Top Flight Matches
- Turf Moor hosts Chelsea (Saturday lunchtime UK time)
- Liverpool host Forest (afternoon)
- Bournemouth v West Ham (3pm)
- Wolves host Palace (standard kickoff)
- Brighton v Brentford (standard kickoff)
- Fulham host Sunderland (3pm)
- City travel to Newcastle (evening)
- Villa visit Elland Road (Sunday afternoon)
- Arsenal host Tottenham (Sun late kickoff)
- Everton visit Old Trafford (Monday evening kickoff)
Managerial Spotlight on Eddie Howe
Newcastle could potentially be in the drop zone if they suffer defeat against Manchester City and results in other games don't go their way.
The historical record are unfavorable for the Newcastle manager, who has been unable to beat Pep Guardiola in eighteen past English football attempts.
The statistics against Pep stands at two stalemates and sixteen unsuccessful attempts from their previous meetings.
"We've improved and definitely I've seen a massive improvement from us," said Turf Moor coach Scott Parker. "They're just minor aspects at this current stage."
The resumption of top flight action comes after a chaotic international break that included remarkable moments including Scotland's thrilling achievement for the World Cup.
