US EditionMan City handed triple injury boost for Newcastle United Premier League clash
Erling Haaland and Savinho have recovered from injuries and are fit to play, boosting Manchester City's chances to close the two-point gap on Arsenal, Guardiola confirmed.
- Pep Guardiola told reporters ahead of the Newcastle game that Erling Haaland and Savinho are fit to face Newcastle at the Etihad Stadium, kickoff 8 p.m. GMT on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026.
- Guardiola noted the recent training progress by saying Haaland resumed training this week after his half-time substitution at Fulham and Savinho recovered from a quad issue.
- Against a Newcastle side that flew to Baku, City had a rare midweek break, and a win would move them within two points of Arsenal.
- The returns give Guardiola more attacking permutations, as Manchester City welcome three players back, with Antoine Semenyo’s four goals in five matches expanding choices alongside Cherki, Reijnders, or Foden.
- Betting markets list Manchester City as-210 favorites and Newcastle as +475 underdogs, with a draw at +400 and a total of 3.5 on DraftKings Sportsbook odds.
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