Man City vs. Fluminense: Verified squad information, expected starting lineup, and most recent injury updates for today’s Club World Cup final
The Norwegian striker was spotted on the turf 48 hours prior to the match in Saudi Arabia, having finally been allowed to return to City’s training sessions. It comes after Haaland missed his team’s last three games including Tuesday’s semifinal victory against Urawa Red Diamonds due to a foot injury.
The 23-year-old was not included in City’s squad for that match, according to several claims that have since surfaced. As a result, Pep Guardiola will not be able to alter his 23-man roster, meaning the player will not be able to play in the championship. Official absences are due to the same reasons as Jeremy Doku, who is back in training after a muscle injury, and Kevin De Bruyne, who is also recovering from hamstring surgery and is not match fit.
Regarding Haaland, his return to training indicates that he will be prepared for City’s Premier League comeback match against Everton on December 27. Without the three, Guardiola was able to start the same squad that defeated Urawa 3-0.
Without a designated striker, the Spanish coach started his team with John Stones in midfield and Julian Alvarez and Josko Gvardiol on the bench.
Predicted Man City XI: Ederson, Walker, Akanji, Ake, Foden, Stones, Rodri, Kovacic, Grealish, Silva, Alvarez
Injuries:ย Haaland, Doku, De Bruyne
Time and date:ย 6pm GMT, Friday December 22, 2023
Venue:ย King Abdullah Sports City.