In form Crystal Palace host a Manchester City side looking to bounce back from their defeat at home to Wolverhampton Wanderers. Games between the two sides often provide intriguing encounters, with several recent close clashes.
Crystal Palace Host Manchester City At Selhurst Park
Crystal Palace Team News
The main news for Roy Hodgson is that Luka Milivojevic is back after a one-match ban. It provides Hodgson with a selection headache, as James McCarthy impressed in his place during the 2-1 win over West Ham. However, the club captain is likely to be preferred in place of the summer arrival.
That could prove to be the only change, as Hodgson looks to prevent an unsettled squad. If fit, Mamadou Sakho could return next to Gary Cahill at the heart of defence, but Martin Kelly has impressed in place of the Frenchman.
Manchester City Team News
Both Kevin de Bruyne and John Stones are back in training for Manchester City. However, the former is more likely to play any part at Selhurst Park.
At the time of writing, there are no fresh injury concerns for Pep Guardiola, although changes could follow after their shock 2-0 to Wolves last time out. Joao Cancelo could move from left-back to right-back to replace the faltering Kyle Walker. Similarly, Bernardo Silva could replace Riyad Mahrez in midfield.
What To Expect From The Game?
Roy Hodgson is a mastermind when it comes to games against the top six. His Palace side often set up in a defensive fashion, aiming to frustrate their opposition. Up against Manchester City it will be no different, deploying the same frustrating tactics that have worked against their visitors in the past.
City will have to be patient, and not let the desperation to score get the better of them. If they start to get frustrated, Palace will look to pounce on that.
Crystal Palace v Manchester City Prediction
Another tough game for Manchester City, and yet another one where they may drop points.
Crystal Palace 1-1 Manchester City
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