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Bodo/Glimt vs Man City injury news and predictions for Champions League clash
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Manchester City are set for another huge match in the Champions League against Bodo/Glimt, which could determine their fate in landing a top-eight place in the competition.
Everything you need to know ahead of Bodo/Glimt vs Manchester City in the Champions League
- Man City history: Manchester City prepare to face Bodo/Glimt in their penultimate fixture of the Champions League league phase. This match marks the first time in history that City has faced a professional opponent from Norway.
- Top-eight battle: The stakes are high for Manchester City as they currently occupy fourth place in the overall league standings. However, they are only one point ahead of the teams outside the top eight, which is the cut-off for direct qualification to the round of 16.
- Bodo/Glimt’s qualification hopes: Bodo/Glimt’s current form in the competition leaves them in 32nd place with only three points. They are yet to win a game this season and face a four-point gap to reach the qualification spots, meaning at least a point, if not a win over Man City, is crucial.
- Bodo/Glimt’s record vs English teams: Bodo/Glimt enter the match with a challenging track record against Premier League clubs. They have failed to secure a single victory in their last six encounters with English opposition, though they did record a draw over Tottenham earlier this campaign.
- Man City potential returns: Manchester City’s squad depth will be bolstered by the return of Phil Foden and Matheus Nunes following recent health concerns. Additionally, Nico Gonzalez is potentially available to make his return to the pitch for the clash.
- Man City injury issues: Despite these returns, Pep Guardiola is dealing with a significant injury crisis across their defensive and midfield lines. Key players, including Josko Gvardiol, Ruben Dias, John Stones, and Mateo Kovacic, have all been ruled out, along with Oscar Bobb and Savinho.
- Bodo/Glimt injury issues: Bodo/Glimt also face personnel issues, though their list of absentees is notably shorter than their opponents’. They will be without the injured Haitam Aleesami, while Jostein Gundersen is unavailable due to a suspension.
- Prediction: OPTA have given Man City a 64% chance of picking up a win in Norway on Tuesday night. Bodo/Glimt have been given a slim 16% chance, while the draw is rated at 18%.
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