Tonight, Manchester City faces Burnley with Erling Haaland making a long-awaited return to contention. The reigning Premier League champions have consistently dominated this fixture against the Clarets, suffering only one defeat since 1974. Vincent Kompany faces an even more challenging return to his former home ground, as Haaland is declared fit to play after being sidelined for over a month.

Simultaneously, with Liverpool and Chelsea clasҺing on the same evening, City can narrow the gap to just two points behind the league leaders, while still maintaining a game in hand. On the other hand, for ꜱtгuggling Burnley, an ᴜnexpected victory could bring them within two points of safety. The match will take place at the Etihad Stadium.

Pep Guardiola enjoys the luxury of a fully fit squad for this match, welcoming Erling Haaland and Manuel Akanji back from ιnjᴜry. Kevin De Bruyne, limited to substitute appearances since returning from hamstring surgery, may finally secure a spot in the starting lineup. Ederson and John Stones are in good physical condition.

For Burnley, there are doubts surrounding the availability of Charlie Taylor, Jordan Beyer, and Hannes Delcroix. Unfortunately, Luca Koleosho and Aaron Ramsey remain sidelined, while Nathan Redmond will be out for the remainder of the season after undergoing an operation. On a positive note, Sander Berge is expected to return from illness.

With or without Haaland, City is expected to easily secure a win against a team possessing one of the least potent ɑttɑϲks in the league.