- Soumik Banerjee
Manchester City vs Aston Villa, MCI vs AVL Live in the Premier League, Match Preview, Squad News, Predicted Line Ups, Dream 11 Prediction follow for Live Updates. The final day of the season with the Premier League title in City’s grasp but Aston Villa will be looking to ruin their party.
Manchester City will be playing Aston Villa at 8:30 pM (IST). The game will be played on 22nd May 2022 at the Etihad stadium.
The match will be available for the viewers on the Star Network. It will also be streamed LIVE on Jio TV and on the Disney+ Hotstar application.
There is nervousness, there is anxiety but there is hope that the Citizens can again defend their Premier League title. Manchester City fans would have hoped that Riyad Mahrez buried that penalty against West Ham when the scores were 2-2. However, all they need is a victory to secure the title.
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But it is easier said than done. Steven Gerrard, the former Liverpool captain must have charged up his troops for this one. Even if they are able to get a point and the Reds get the point at home at Wolves, the title will go to Anfield.
While for the Villains the match is not of much significance in terms of their position on the table. Before Gerrard’s arrival, there were fears that they might be in a relegation scuffle. However, they have secured their Premier League spot.
The duo of Kyle Walker and John Stones have rejoined the first-team training. However, it is unclear whether they will be available or not. While Ruben Dias has been ruled out due to a hamstring injury.
Leon Bailey is in a race against time to be fit for the game. Apart from that are no injury or suspension concerns for the away side.
Manchester City: Ederson (GK), Joao Cancelo, Rodri, Nathan Ake, Oleksandr Zinchenko, Ilkay Gundogan, Bernardo Silva, Kevin De Bruyne, Raheem Sterling, Phil Foden, Gabriel Jesus.
Aston Villa: Emiliano Martinez; Matty Cash, Calum Chambers, Tyrone Mings, Lucas Digne; John McGinn, Douglas Luiz, Jacob Ramsey; Emiliano Buendia, Phillipe Coutinho, Ollie Watkins.
The two managers have faced each other only once. The Spaniard emerged victorious from that game.
The Belgian has been the talisman for the Citizens under Pep Guardiola. It is the biggest of the season for the home side as well. He will be expected to deliver in such a big game for his side.
It is possible that the Villains will look to get a draw in this game. They will be playing in lower blocks than usual. Thus it could turn into a Martinez vs Manchester City game.
Goalkeeper: Emi Martinez
Defenders: Lucas Digne, Aymeric Laporte, Joao Cancelo, Matty Cash
Midfielders: Kevin De Bruyne, Bernardo Silva, Emi Buendia
Attackers: Phil Foden, Bertrand Traore, Oli Watkins
The Citizens have a leaky defence and this could lead to them losing the title.
Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.