Premier League Comes Back with Important Injury Updates
The English top flight resumes this matchweek following the international break, with coaches providing crucial team news ahead of matchday twelve's fixtures.
The Reds Deal With Major Missing Players
Anfield coach Arne Slot has confirmed that Conor Bradley, Jeremie Frimpong, and Wirtz will all sit out this round's fixture against the visitors.
Meanwhile, number one goalkeeper the Brazilian has fully recovered from his hamstring injury and is ready for selection.
The Liverpool boss admitted that Joe Gomez missed training on Thursday but will likely be ready for the squad, though it's unlikely he'll be risk for the full 90 minutes.
The Clarets Receive Good Report on Armando Broja
Burnley manager the manager has revealed that striker the Albanian may have "dodged a bullet" after suffering an ankle injury while appearing for Albania against the Three Lions.
The striker left the fixture on a assisted device, but follow-up examinations have indicated the problem is "not serious at all."
Parker noted that their striker has trained since recently and could yet play against his old team the Blues on matchday.
St James' Park Side Fitness Updates
St James' Park coach the manager has given news on several first-team individuals ahead of their fixture against Manchester City.
Gordon has "trained extensively" to return from his hip injury and is "a doubt" for tomorrow's fixture.
Livramento is "nearing fitness" after recovering from a knee problem and is also in consideration for the matchday roster.
the goalkeeper is "fine" after undergoing safety procedures, while the Brazilian and Tonali are both fit to take on City.
Weekend Premier League Games
- Burnley v Chelsea (Saturday early kickoff UK time)
- Forest visit Anfield (3pm)
- West Ham travel to Bournemouth (standard kickoff)
- Palace visit Molineux (3pm)
- The Seagulls host Brentford (standard kickoff)
- Sunderland visit Craven Cottage (3pm)
- City travel to Newcastle (5.30pm)
- Leeds host Villa (Sunday afternoon)
- Arsenal v Tottenham (Sunday late kickoff)
- United host Everton (Mon 8pm)
Managerial Focus on Eddie Howe
Newcastle could end up in the bottom three if they lose against City and outcomes in other games go against them.
The omens aren't great for Eddie Howe, who has failed to secure victory Pep Guardiola in numerous past English football attempts.
His record against Pep stands at two draws and 16 losses from their past encounters.
"We've improved and without doubt I've seen a huge development from us," said Turf Moor boss Scott Parker. "They're just minor aspects at this point in our development."
The resumption of Premier League matches comes after a chaotic national team period that saw remarkable moments including Scotland's dramatic achievement for the World Cup.
