Manchester City vs. Arsenal: predicted line up for the huge clash

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - JANUARY 27: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, shakes hands with Pep Guardiola, Manager of Manchester City, prior to the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Manchester City and Arsenal at Etihad Stadium on January 27, 2023 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images) /

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Ederson

Coming into form at the right time, at the business end of the season is something that the blues are used to seeing, and the Brazilian has been in wonderful form – long may it continue.

Stones

Pep is expected to revert back to his previous backline, and inverted CB. Can Johnny, Johnny Stones end the Ben White debate? Here’s hoping.

Akanji

An unexpected starter now, coming last minute in the summer transfer window for a low fee, he has settled in well and become important to Pep’s tactical innovation.

Dias

Having been rested against Sheffield United, we’re likely to see the Portuguese head back into the starting XI.

Laporte

With Ake confirmed unfit by Pep himself, Laporte is the more logical option with his profile being closer to Ake’s than others.