Names of the four (4) Manchester City player to miss the Community Shield match against Manchester United
Manchester United and Manchester City are set to rekindle their intense rivalry in the Community Shield at Wembley Stadium. This encounter marks a return to the storied venue after their FA Cup final battle, where Manchester United clinched a crucial victory to conclude their season. With another trophy at stake, the match promises to be highly competitive.
Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City is eager to break a five-year drought in the Community Shield. Despite their Premier League dominance, City has stumbled in this fixture, losing to Leicester, Liverpool, and Arsenal in the past three years. Guardiola will be without several key players, including a key midfielder who is taking an extended break following his Euro 2024 success. Nevertheless, City remains a formidable team, combining seasoned stars with emerging talent.
Manchester United, under Erik ten Hag, faces its own set of challenges with some key players sidelined due to injuries. However, the return of a crucial defender should strengthen their defense, and their attack will feature familiar faces ready to make an impact. With doubts lingering over some players, a victory here could secure Ten Hag’s third trophy, further cementing his role at Old Trafford.
Projected Lineups:
Manchester City: Ortega; Lewis, Dias, Akanji, Gvardiol; De Bruyne, Kovacic; Bobb, Silva, Grealish; Haaland.
Manchester United: Onana; Dalot, Maguire, Martinez, Amass; Eriksen, Casemiro; Amad, Mount, Sancho; Rashford.
