Enzo Maresca is expected to line up Manchester City in his preferred 4-2-3-1 structure for their upcoming match. Gianluigi Donnarumma will start in goal, backed by a defensive unit likely featuring Abdukodir Khusanov at right-back, Rúben Dias and Marc Guéhi in central defense, and Joško Gvardiol at left-back.
In midfield, Elliot Anderson is set to partner Enzo Fernández or Nico O’Reilly in the double pivot to maintain defensive balance and control central possession. Further forward, Rayan Cherki will operate in the central attacking midfield slot, flanked by Phil Foden and Antoine Semenyo on the wings. Erling Haaland will lead the attack as the primary focal point upfront.
Predicted XI (4-2-3-1)
* Goalkeeper: Gianluigi Donnarumma
* Defenders: Abdukodir Khusanov, Rúben Dias, Marc Guéhi, Joško Gvardiol
* Midfielders: Elliot Anderson, Enzo Fernández
* Attacking Midfielders: Phil Foden, Rayan Cherki, Antoine Semenyo
* Forward: Erling Haaland