Dias & O'Reilly: Manchester City injury news ahead of Arsenal Premier League clash
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City will be without one of their key centre-backs.
According to his club, Ruben Dias will not play for Manchester City against Arsenal on Sunday in the Premier League.
Given the firmness of matters in the title race, the Cityzens are getting ready to play the Gunners at the Etihad this weekend. It might decide the end fate of the top-flight title in May.
Man City are only six points behind Mikel Arteta’s team in the Premier League rankings following Arsenal’s home loss to Bournemouth last weekend. This is despite playing one fewer game.
In the lead-up to Sunday afternoon’s pivotal match between Pep Guardiola and Arteta at the Etihad, where vital Premier League points are at stake, Manchester City have sustained a serious injury.
According to the club, important defender Ruben Dias will be out once more. This time for the weekend’s visit from the title-chasing Gunners. It will reduce the hosts’ choices at centre back for the crucial match.
Dias last played for Man City on March 17, when Guardiola’s team lost 2-1 to Real Madrid of Spain at the Etihad, ending the English team’s Champions League run.
Manchester City have kept their title aspirations on track with comparatively minimal controversy across all competitions despite the recent absence of one of their star defenders.
Guardiola issues injury update on two City players
Meanwhile, Guardiola has now confirmed that O’Reilly is okay to play against Arsenal, allaying any concerns over his health. But he was unable to do the same for Dias.
“Ruben [Dias] is not ready still but Nico [O’Reilly] is fine,” he told reporters. “I prefer to have everyone available but during the season, there are always injuries.”
Guardiola may enter this game with a cautious sense of confidence after his City team defeated Arsenal 2-0 in the Carabao Cup final last month, thanks to a brace from O’Reilly.
How long will Ruben Dias be out?
His return timeline has not been confirmed yet.
Where do City stand in the table?
They are second in the table.
Where do Arsenal stand in the table?
They are first in the table.
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After earning a bachelor's degree in mass media, Rajarshi began his career as a sports writer in 2019, driven by his passion for sports journalism. He has been working in the field for over six years. A devoted fan of Lionel Messi and Barcelona, Rajarshi has been involved in sports since childhood. Before turning his focus to journalism, he even represented his college at the state level. Along with covering football, he enjoys playing the game, watching movies, and experimenting with new recipes in his spare time, as cooking is one of his favorite hobbies.