Find your bookmarks in your Independent Premium section, under my profile. Rodri (DM) - The Spaniard has enjoyed a strong first season with the Citizens, and is another sure thing for their European test next month. “That game showed our inconsistency this season,” he said. Kyle Walker (RB) - The Englishman is a consistent pick in City's side and faces no real threat of losing his spot. For City, perhaps the most important aspect about their final Premier League fixture this season is that the game will likely be David Silva's last at the Etihad. Please be respectful when making a comment and adhere to our Community Guidelines. You can also choose to be emailed when someone replies to your comment. The way they play against Norwich and the way they train I will be paying attention to for how they play against Madrid. It allows our most engaged readers to debate the big issues, share their own experiences, discuss real-world solutions, and more. David Silva (CM) - He won't leave the club until the Champions League is concluded, but barring a last-minute change of heart, this will be the last time Silva kicks a ball at the Etihad. But Guardiola wants his players to remain focussed ahead of their round-of-16 second leg with Zinedine Zidane’s side. A strike against Norwich would see him bag 20 goals in a season for the first time in his career. It could be a shop window appearance, or it could be a chance to prove that he's still the man for the job. The Manchester City Lineup That Should Start Against Norwich. “Then the players will dictate whether we deserve to go through or they do, no more complications.”. If there's anytime to secure a clean sheet, it's against the league's lowest scoring side. Due to the sheer scale of this comment community, we are not able to give each post the same level of attention, but we have preserved this area in the interests of open debate. Kevin de Bruyne (CM) - De Bruyne is one assist away from equalling Thierry Henry's record of 20 assists in a single season. Are you sure you want to mark this comment as inappropriate? Huge underdogs Norwich have endured a miserable run of form since the restart, losing all their fixtures, with their return to the Championship long sealed. Pep Guardiola has told his Manchester City players he will watch them like a hawk this afternoon in the build-up to their Champions League showdown with Real Madrid. The Spaniard is set to leave at the end of the current season after 10 years with the club, but will have to let his performance do the farewells with no fans in attendance. 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Pep Guardiola admits Man City have little chance in persuading David Silva to stay, Team news and confirmed line-ups ahead of Man City vs Norwich, You may not agree with our views, or other users’, but please respond to them respectfully, Swearing, personal abuse, racism, sexism, homophobia and other discriminatory or inciteful language is not acceptable, Do not impersonate other users or reveal private information about third parties, We reserve the right to delete inappropriate posts and ban offending users without notification. He steadies the ship in this fixture. The most insightful comments on all subjects will be published daily in dedicated articles. He's going to do it, isn't he? We may earn commission from some of the links in this article, but we never allow this to influence our content. Eight goals and nine assists in all competitions this season, City are in safe hands for when Silva does leave. Our journalists will try to respond by joining the threads when they can to create a true meeting of independent Premium. Are you sure you want to submit this vote? Here's how Pep Guardiola's side will likely take to the field... Ederson (GK) - The Brazilian is joint top in the race for the Premier League Golden Glove, jostling for the accolade alongside Burnley's Nick Pope. You can find our Community Guidelines in full here. Are you sure you want to delete this comment? Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? We want to win, maybe score 100 goals and then prepare for Madrid.”, Man City: Ederson, Walker, Eric Garcia, Laporte, Joao Cancelo, De Bruyne, Rodri, Silva, Foden, Gabriel Jesus, Sterling, Subs: Stones, Gundogan, Zinchenko, Bernardo Silva, Mendy, Fernandinho, Mahrez, Otamendi, Carson, Norwich: Krul, Aarons, Zimmermann, Godfrey, Lewis, McLean, Cantwell, Rupp, Stiepermann, Hernandez, Pukki, Subs: Vrancic, McGovern, Idah, Thomas, Famewo, Martin, Mair, Adshead. Guardiola said: “Every game there is a target, desire to win the game and scoring 100 goals is one of the reasons why. Against Arsenal we were not ready, Watford a little bit better, but still we need to improve.”. Phil Foden (RW) - The 20-year-old is getting better with every game. Show full articles without "Continue Reading" button for {0} hours. The match will begin at 4pm on Sunday 26 July at the Etihad Stadium. This one will serve as his warm up. The Manchester City Lineup That Should Start Against Norwich Mitch Wilks 7/24/2020 Massive wildfires scorch California, but humidity helps keep feared lightning at bay for now They beat last season's champions 3-2 back in September, so a league double is at stake. The match will be broadcast live on Sky One. On paper, there shouldn't be an easier game for him to level - or even break - the record in. Pep Guardiola’s side have guaranteed themselves a second-place finish, with the club’s attention now firmly fixed on their Champions League tie against Real Madrid. Although it's not been a season to remember for the greatest of reasons for Manchester City fans, their recent success with regards to their Champions League ban being overturned has lifted spirits around the Etihad. You can find our Community Guidelines in full Like us on Facebook to see similar stories, FBI opens civil rights investigation into fatal 2018 police shooting of Kansas teenager, Aldi's $15.9 billion of annual sales in the UK and Ireland prove that its market share is growing — and the US is next in its sights. “We’ve not been consistent. Everything you need to know ahead of today’s game Joao Cancelo (LB) - It hasn't been the easiest first season for Cancelo, but he'll have the chance to stake his claim to make the XI against Madrid with a good performance against the Canaries. Manchester City take on Norwich in the final game of the 2019/20 Premier League season at the Etihad tomorrow. ... a doubt due to a knock he picked up against Manchester City. Want an ad-free experience?Subscribe to Independent Premium. Guardiola added: “I think Real and us want to go through. He has set them a challenge of reaching 100 league goals – they’ve scored 97 so far – and says he will be monitoring their attitude over the next two weeks. And to see if the players are ready. Gabriel Jesus (ST) - With Sergio Aguero still out injured, now is as good a time as ever for Jesus to make a name for himself as the heir to the throne up top. Independent Premium Comments can be posted by members of our membership scheme, Independent Premium. John Stones (CB) - Stones has endured a tough season at the Etihad and has come under a lot of scrutiny. The existing Open Comments threads will continue to exist for those who do not subscribe to Independent Premium. “Every day will be an exam for me as whether they are ready to play this game. Are you sure you want to mark this comment as inappropriate? Already relegated Norwich travel to Manchester with nothing to lose, but get the chance to bow out of the top flight once again by giving a good account of themselves against a dangerous City team. With the inevitable Liverpool trophy presentation out of the way, City will instead look forward to getting their 2019/20 league campaign ticked off in style in a bid for momentum heading into their second leg Champions League tie with Real Madrid next month. How Man City should line up vs Norwich in final Premier League game Manchester City host Norwich in the final game of the Premier League season, as … We are going to train these days and prepare as best as we can and try to play the game thinking about our strengths and try to do it. We cannot deny they have more experience. Raheem Sterling (LW) - As well as Ederson and De Bruyne, Sterling is chasing an accolade himself. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. Last season we did 14, the year before that 18. ... the 4-2-3-1 formation is well known and Norwich should once again line up … Guardiola believes the 3-2 defeat to relegated Norwich in September highlighted the frailties that cost City their title. City face Norwich in a meaningless game for both sides to round off the Premier League campaign this weekend. Create a commenting name to join the debate, There are no Independent Premium comments yet - be the first to add your thoughts, There are no comments yet - be the first to add your thoughts. Man City team news: Predicted 4-3-3 line up vs Norwich - De Bruyne and Silva to start Manchester City host relegated Norwich on the final day of the season. However, they did shock City 3-2 last September in a stunning upset. Exceptional player. If you’re not a Sky customer you can grab a NOWTV Day Pass here to watch without a subscription. Are you sure you want to delete this comment? Norwich: Krul; Aarons, Godfrey, Zimmermann, Lewis; Rupp, McLean; Cantwell, Stiepermann, Hernandez; Pukki. The match also represents David Silva’s final game in the Premier League, with the fantastic Spanish midfielder leaving England at the end of the season. Man City vs Norwich confirmed line-ups: Team news ahead of Premier League fixture today.