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The combined Man City and Sunderland team and injury news
Gianluigi Donnarumma is set to return as Manchester City weigh rotation after a 5-0 Carabao Cup win and Phil Foden’s suspension.
- On Sunday, September 20, 2026, Manchester City hosts Sunderland at 2pm BST in a Premier League clash, seeking to extend their perfect start after winning six consecutive matches since their Community Shield defeat by Arsenal.
- Phil Foden begins a three-game suspension for City after his red card in the Manchester derby, while manager Enzo Maresca hopes Jeremy Doku is 'very close' to returning from a calf injury. Sunderland arrive following their midweek Europa League victory over AZ Alkmaar.
- Predicted lineups feature Gianluigi Donnarumma in goal for the hosts, while Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris weighs handing Dayann Methalie a full league debut. City aim to extend their 11-game unbeaten streak against the Black Cats in this fixture.
- Bookmaker Sky Bet is offering new customers enhanced 50/1 odds on City to avoid defeat, reflecting the hosts' status as heavy favorites. Currently, Maresca's squad is priced at 1/20 to record a draw or victory.
- Competing with Arsenal for the Premier League title, City look to keep pace with the leaders in a crowded race. Sunderland have never won at the Etihad Stadium and face a historic challenge to secure points against the title contenders.
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Manchester City Aim to Maintain Perfect Start Against Sunderland
Manchester City will look to maintain their perfect Premier League start when they welcome Sunderland to the Etihad Stadium on Sunday. <p>The post Manchester City Aim to Maintain Perfect Start Against Sunderland first appeared on Softfootball.</p>
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