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Guardiola Eases Rodri Fears as City Ramp up for Climax
Pep Guardiola is set to rotate behind Erling Haaland as Rodri and Ruben Dias remain doubtful for the title chase.
- Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola confirmed on Tuesday that midfielder Rodri will miss Wednesday's Premier League match at Burnley due to a groin injury sustained during Sunday's 2-1 victory over Arsenal.
- Rodri, the 2024 Ballon winner, underwent tests on Monday after being substituted late in Sunday's game at the Etihad Stadium. Guardiola remains optimistic the 29-year-old could return soon, possibly for the Cup semifinal against Southampton.
- Centre-Back Ruben Dias remains sidelined since last month's Champions League Round loss to Real Madrid, meaning Abdukodir Khusanov is set to partner Marc Guehi in defense against Burnley.
- City trails league leaders Arsenal by three points and must win at Turf Moor to maintain title pressure. Guardiola warned his players, "We talk immediately in the dressing room after the game-- don't lose focus."
- Guardiola noted his squad must "adjust a few things" before facing Burnley, citing the demanding schedule ahead of the Cup semifinal against Southampton. The team has six games remaining in the title race.
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