English Top Flight Comes Back with Significant Injury News
The English top flight returns this weekend following the international break, with coaches providing important fitness reports ahead of the weekend's games.
The Reds Deal With Major Missing Players
Reds boss Arne Slot has confirmed that Bradley, Frimpong, and Wirtz will all miss this round's fixture against Forest.
However, starting keeper Alisson has regained full health from his muscle problem and is available.
The manager revealed that Joe Gomez sat out practice recently but will likely be ready for selection, though it's unlikely he'll be played for the full 90 minutes.
Burnley Get Good Update on Their Striker
Burnley manager the manager has stated that forward Armando Broja may have "dodged a bullet" after picking up an knock while featuring for Albania against the English team.
Broja left the match on a assisted device, but subsequent checks have shown the problem is "much less severe than feared."
The Burnley manager added that their striker has been in training since recently and could potentially play against his former club the Blues on the weekend.
The Magpies Injury News
St James' Park coach the manager has provided news on multiple key players ahead of their match against Manchester City.
Anthony Gordon has "worked very hard" to return from his hip problem and is "questionable" for tomorrow's match.
Livramento is "very close" after returning from a knee ligament injury and is also in consideration for the matchday roster.
the goalkeeper is "okay" after completing concussion protocols, while the Brazilian and Sandro Tonali are both available to take on the visitors.
Upcoming Top Flight Games
- Chelsea travel to Burnley (Sat 12.30pm GMT)
- Liverpool host Forest (afternoon)
- Bournemouth v West Ham (afternoon)
- Palace visit Molineux (3pm)
- Brighton v Brentford (afternoon)
- Sunderland visit Craven Cottage (3pm)
- The Magpies host City (5.30pm)
- Villa visit Elland Road (Sun 2pm)
- Spurs visit the Emirates (Sunday late kickoff)
- Everton visit Old Trafford (Mon night)
Managerial Spotlight on Eddie Howe
The Magpies could potentially be in the bottom three if they suffer defeat against City and other matches elsewhere are unfavorable.
The omens don't look good for Eddie Howe, who has failed to secure victory Pep Guardiola in numerous past Premier League attempts.
His record against Guardiola stands at two draws and 16 losses from their historical matchups.
"Our progress and definitely I've seen a significant progress from us," commented Burnley manager the gaffer. "They're just small details at this current stage."
The comeback of Premier League fixtures comes after a chaotic FIFA window that featured memorable highlights including Scotland's thrilling success for the global tournament.
