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Manchester City host Burnley: Things we should know

By Tim Tilton

BURNLEY, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 26: Kevin De Bruyne of Manchester City in action during the Premier League match between Burnley and Manchester City at Turf Moor on November 26, 2016 in Burnley, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)
BURNLEY, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 26: Kevin De Bruyne of Manchester City in action during the Premier League match between Burnley and Manchester City at Turf Moor on November 26, 2016 in Burnley, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images) /
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Key Match-Ups.

Wood Vs. Stones

(Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)
(Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images) /

New Signing Chris Wood had an exceptional season last year in the Championship league scoring 27 goals, making him the Golden Boot winner last season. Wood is carrying over his fine form and has scored 3 goals in 6 matches to place him as Burnley’s top scorer. John Stones has been in exceptional form as the young center back is being molded by Pep Guardiola to become one of the best. Stones is becoming a confident and concentrated main stay whose passing ability shows he is the perfect player for Pep’s system. Wood is a quality finisher and a smart team player, Stones could have his hands full as he is working to keep him at bay.

Sterling Vs. Lowton

Unsurprisingly to some, Raheem Sterling is in great form as he has scored 6 goals and assisted 2 in 7 appearances. Sterling has also been through a revelation as the England International’s ability has been show cased as he has been more clinical shooting, his passing and crossing are next level, and his ability to dribble down the flanks and his blazing speed has made him a huge threat for defenders. Lowton will have his hands full as Sterling is expected to relentlessly push an attack through the right flank.