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Pep Guardiola has provided team news ahead of his side’s clash with Brighton on Thursday night.

The 2023/24 Premier League title race is shaping up to be one of the tightest in recent history, with Liverpool, Manchester City, and Arsenal all locked in a compelling battle at the summit of the table.

Each team brings its unique strengths and strategies to the forefront, making every match crucial as the season progresses towards a dramatic climax.

While Arsenal were a surprise package last season, they have backed up those credentials this campaign and are firmly in the title race.

blending youthful exuberance with strategic signings that have gelled quicker than anticipated, Mikel Arteta’s men mean serious business.

Their defensive stability and creativity of Martin Odegaard has won them many admirers and points.

but the true test will be their endurance in the pressure-cooker atmosphere of the title race’s final games.

Meanwhile, Manchester City are able to put additional focus on the Premier League after getting knocked out by Real Madrid in the Champions League.

As usual, it seems that Pep Guardiola’s side gain momentum at just the right time.

Indeed, the last time the Spaniard’s side lost was all the way back to the beginning of December, a 1-0 away loss to Aston Villa.

Since then, they have been near flawless, only drawing games against Arsenal and Chelsea in that time.

But against Brighton tomorrow night, the reigning champions will be without a key man.

Pep Guardiola confirms Erling Haaland to miss Brighton clash

Pep Guardiola has confirmed that star man Erling Haaland will not feature against Brighton on Thursday evening.

The Norwegian international was a spectator during City’s FA Cup semi-final win over Chelsea after suffering an injury against Real Madrid.

Both John Stones and Phil Foden were also absent in the match against Chelsea, raising concerns about their fitness.

Pep Guardiola provided an update on the condition of the trio during his press conference before their game at the Amex Stadium:

“Erling is not ready for tomorrow and the other two are ready,” he said.

“I’m not concerned [about Haaland].

It’s not a big issue but he is not available for this game.”

When quizzed on whether he would rotate for the clash against the Seagulls, Guardiola predictably kept his cards close to their chest:

“I don’t know what rotate means?

Players deserve to play and every person has their starting XI but everyone has their contribution.”

“Now we had three or four days, the last game against Chelsea and tomorrow is one of the toughest games of the season.”

“Brighton away in my calendar is one of the toughest ones for the way we play.” 

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