Manchester City dealt huge blow ahead of Luton Town trip

Ahead of their crucial fixture against Luton Town, Manchester City has been hit with a major setback as reports indicate that Erling Haaland will be sidelined, dealing a blow to the team’s prospects for the upcoming game.

Manchester City, aiming to recover from a recent 1-0 defeat to Aston Villa, are desperate to secure a victory against Luton Town at Kenilworth Road after a series of drawn matches against Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham, followed by their loss at Villa Park.

However, their quest for a win has been complicated by the absence of their key player, Haaland, who has reportedly sustained a foot injury.

@FPLMaineRoad revealed that the Norwegian striker has been grappling with a foot issue described as a ‘stress fracture’ for several weeks, potentially ruling him out not only for the Luton Town clash but also casting doubt over his availability for City’s final Champions League group match against Red Star and their subsequent home game against Crystal Palace.

Haaland, topping the Premier League scoring charts with 14 goals this season, has been a pivotal force for City, and his absence will necessitate a reshuffle in the team lineup. Julian Alvarez is expected to step in as the replacement upfront, having typically supported Haaland in the attacking setup this season.

Addressing the team’s recent slump in form ahead of the Luton Town encounter, City’s manager, Pep Guardiola, expressed frustration at the differential expectations placed on his team compared to their rivals.

Guardiola conveyed to reporters,

“There is only one team that is going to ‘fail’ to win the Premier League, that is us. For the rest, (winning) it is a big success. Any team.”

He lamented the pressure City faces to consistently secure victories, citing the disparity in expectations where for other top teams, not winning is considered more acceptable.

Here goes the lineup for both sides;

LUTON TOWN CONFIRMED LINEUP

Manchester City Confirmed Lineup: