{"id":8774,"date":"2026-05-15T14:13:16","date_gmt":"2026-05-15T14:13:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/playball.com.ng\/?p=8774"},"modified":"2026-05-15T14:13:16","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T14:13:16","slug":"predicted-lineups-team-news-injuries-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/playball.com.ng\/?p=8774","title":{"rendered":"Predicted Lineups, Team News, Injuries"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"content-main\">\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!--post-header--><\/p>\n<div id=\"post-feat-img\" class=\"left relative\" itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" class=\"attachment- size- wp-post-image\" alt=\"Chelsea\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-126.webp 1200w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-126-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-126-768x432.webp 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-126.webp\"\/><img width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-126.webp\" class=\"attachment- size- wp-post-image\" alt=\"Chelsea\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-126.webp 1200w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-126-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-126-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-126.webp\"\/><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"width\" content=\"1200\"\/><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"height\" content=\"675\"\/><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!--post-feat-text-->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<p><!--post-feat-img--><\/p>\n<section class=\"social-sharing-top\">\n<p><span class=\"fb-but1\"><i class=\"fa-brands fa-facebook-f\"\/><\/span><span class=\"social-text\">Share<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" onclick=\"window.open('http:\/\/twitter.com\/share?text=Chelsea vs Man City: Predicted Lineups, Team News, Injuries -&amp;url=https:\/\/sixsports.in\/chelsea-vs-man-city-predicted-lineups-team-news-injuries\/', 'twitterShare', 'width=626,height=436'); return false;\" title=\"Share This Post\"><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"twitter-but1\"><i class=\"fa-brands fa-x-twitter\"\/><\/span><span class=\"social-text\">Share<\/span><\/p>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"whatsapp-but1\"><i class=\"fa fa-whatsapp fa-2\"\/><\/span><span class=\"social-text\">Share<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"pinterest-but1\"><i class=\"fa-brands fa-pinterest-p\"\/><\/span><span class=\"social-text\">Share<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"email-but\"><i class=\"fa fa-envelope fa-2\"\/><\/span><span class=\"social-text\">Email<\/span><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<p><!--social-sharing-top--><\/p>\n<div class=\"sx-entity-card\">\n<div class=\"sx-entity-top\">\n<div class=\"sx-entity-logo\">\n                <img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"350\" height=\"350\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"CHELSEA\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/chelsea_fc_logo-1.avif\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"350\" height=\"350\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/chelsea_fc_logo-1.avif\" alt=\"CHELSEA\"\/>\n            <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"sx-entity-description\">\n<p>            Chelsea is one of England\u2019s premier football clubs, competing in the Premier League and European competitions such as the UEFA Champions League. Known for its strong squad, tactical versatility, and competitive history, Chelsea has won multiple league titles, domestic cups,\u2026            <a class=\"sx-entity-readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/team\/chelsea\/\"><br \/>\n                Read More about CHELSEA\n        <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Chelsea vs Man City is set to take place at <strong>Wembley<\/strong> with the FA Cup trophy within reach for both sides. Given the quality of these <strong>Premier League<\/strong> clubs, this game will likely be decided by control in midfield and key moments in front of goal. <\/p>\n<p>Both Pep Guardiola\u2019s side and Calum McFarlane\u2019s team have the players to set the tone of this cup fixture. <strong>The Cityzens<\/strong> are coming in with strong momentum after a huge league win, while <strong>the west London club<\/strong> are looking to end this season on a high following their poor run in the recent weeks.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-team-news-from-chelsea\">Team News From Chelsea<\/h2>\n<p>Chelsea\u2019s skipper Reece James could start in this cup final on Saturday. This comes after he came off the bench in his side\u2019s 1-1 draw with Liverpool on the weekend. <\/p>\n<p>The Englishman\u2019s presence on the field at Wembley could be a huge boost for his side. However, goalkeeper Robert Sanchez is a doubt for this clash, as per Premier Injuries. He also missed the previous game with injury.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile Pedro Neto and Jamie Gittens are also big concerns. Gittens is ruled out, while the Portuguese winger will likely face late fitness tests. Mykhailo Mudryk is unavailable due to disciplinary reasons. <\/p>\n<p>These absences have affected their attacking rhythm in recent matches. Their\u00a0 attacking play has struggled when key wingers are missing. So, the squad depth will surely be tested at Wembley.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-202699\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-52.webp 1200w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-52-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-52-768x432.webp 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-52.webp\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-52.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-202699\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-52.webp 1200w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-52-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-52-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-team-news-from-man-city\">Team News From Man City<\/h2>\n<p>Manchester City will surely expect a full recall for leading striker Erling Haaland. He was rested for the midweek game against Crystal Palace. His return adds more firepower to their forward line. He remains their main goal threat and will lead the attack on Saturday<\/p>\n<p>Midfielder Rodri is still working to recover from a groin injury. He has missed a few\u00a0 games in the recent weeks. Given that, his availability is uncertain for now. Aside from the Spaniard, the squad is fully fit, giving the head coach strong options.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-chelsea-injuries-and-suspension-list\">Chelsea injuries and suspension list<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\">\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Player<\/td>\n<td>Injury\/Suspension<\/td>\n<td>Expected Return Date<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Estevao<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Thigh<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Unknown<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Jesse Derry<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Head<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Unknown<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Jamie Gittens<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Thigh<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>24 May (vs Sunderland)<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Robert Sanchez<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Head<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>16 May (vs Man City)<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Pedro Neto<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Knock<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>16 May (vs Man City)<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Alejandro Garnacho<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Knock<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>16 May (vs Man City)<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Mykhailo Mudryk<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Suspended<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Unknown<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-man-city-injuries-and-suspension-list\">Man City injuries and suspension list<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\">\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Player<\/td>\n<td>Injury\/Suspension<\/td>\n<td>Expected Return Date<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>If Guardiol<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Shin<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>16 May (vs. Chelsea)<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Abdukodir Khusanov<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Knock<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>16 May (vs. Chelsea)<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Rodri<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Groin<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>16 May (vs. Chelsea)<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" alt=\"Manchester City - Man City\" class=\"wp-image-203074\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Manchester-City-Man-City-34.webp 1200w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Manchester-City-Man-City-34-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Manchester-City-Man-City-34-768x432.webp 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Manchester-City-Man-City-34.webp\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Manchester-City-Man-City-34.webp\" alt=\"Manchester City - Man City\" class=\"wp-image-203074\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Manchester-City-Man-City-34.webp 1200w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Manchester-City-Man-City-34-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Manchester-City-Man-City-34-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-key-player-to-watch-from-chelsea\">Key Player To Watch From Chelsea<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Reece James:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>All eyes will be on Reece James during this game. He played his best <strong>football <\/strong>throughout the season when fit. If he starts, his leadership and passing could shape the contest. His defensive work and experience in big matches may help his side to stay focused in key moments.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-key-player-to-watch-from-manchester-city\">Key Player To Watch From Manchester City<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Erling Halaand:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For City, Erling Haaland is the key figure. After being out midweek, he should return fresh for this cup final. His movement inside the box and clean finishing ability makes him the biggest threat against the west London club. Given that, the opposition must stay alert at all times and try to keep the striker away from the ball..<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-predicted-lineups-for-chelsea-vs-man-city\">Predicted lineups for Chelsea vs Man City<\/h2>\n<p id=\"h-chelsea-predicted-xi-f-jorgensen-m-gusto-t-chalobah-t-adarabioyo-m-cucurella-m-caicedo-r-james-c-palmer-e-fernandez-p-neto-j-pedro\"><strong>CHELSEA PREDICTED XI<\/strong>: F. Jorgensen, M. Gusto, T. Chalobah, T. Adarabioyo, M. Cucurella, M. Caicedo, R. James, C. Palmer, E. Fernandez, P. Neto, J. Pedro<\/p>\n<p><strong>MANCHESTER CITY PREDICTED XI<\/strong>: G. Donnarumma, M. Nunes, A. Khusanov, M. Guehi, N. O&#8217;Reilly, B. Silva, Rodri, A. Semenyo, R. Cherki, J. Doku, E. Haaland<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read Next:<\/strong> <strong>Chelsea vs Man City: Preview, Prediction, Where To Watch<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read:<\/strong> <strong>Phil Foden makes final call as Man City push deal to 2030<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read: Nicolas Jackson sparks Juventus-Milan transfer battle<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"preferred-source-box\" style=\"margin-top:40px;padding:25px;background: #1865b4;border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:8px;text-align:center;\">\n<h2 style=\"font-size:24px;margin-bottom:10px;color:#fff;\">ENJOYED THIS STORY?<\/h2>\n<p style=\"font-size:16px;margin-bottom:20px;color:#fff;\">\n<p>                    Add Six Sports as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reporting\n                <\/p>\n<p>                    <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Add as a preferred source on Google\" style=\"max-width:260px;height:auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goal.com\/img\/google-trusted-source\/google_preferred_source_badge_dark@2x.webp\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goal.com\/img\/google-trusted-source\/google_preferred_source_badge_dark@2x.webp\" alt=\"Add as a preferred source on Google\" style=\"max-width:260px;height:auto;\"\/><\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"after-article-links\" style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:14px;\">Follow the latest updates from <strong>Premier League<\/strong>, <strong>The League<\/strong> and<br \/>\n        <strong>Champions League<\/strong>or explore more<br \/>\n        <strong>Football<\/strong> stories, <strong>Football Teams<\/strong> &#038; <strong>All Football Competitions<\/strong> . 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