Combined Best XI: Crystal Palace vs. Manchester City

By Larry Henry | Jan 27, 2017

LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 19: Raheem Sterling (R) of Man City looks to break away from Martin Kelly of Palace during the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Manchester City at Selhurst Park on November 19, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Charlie Crowhurst/Getty Images) /

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LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 31: Aleksandar Kolarov of Manchester City during the Premier League match between Liverpool and Manchester City at Anfield on December 31, 2016 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Matthew Ashton – AMA/Getty Images) /

Left Back – Aleksandar Kolarov

The 31-year-old Serb brings a lot of experience and leadership to Manchester City’s back-line and should be a first choice. One goal, and three assists in all competitions this season is impressive for an aging LB, while the wildcard with Kolarov is his ability to shoot from set-pieces. Palace’s Ezekiel Fryers is still developing, while Kolarov is a professional and has been for years.