Manchester City hosts Sunderland with key players set to start

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Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Manchester City hosts Sunderland with key players set to start
Summary

Manchester City is set to play against Sunderland at the Etihad Stadium this Sunday in the Premier League. Following a 5-0 victory over Norwich City, City aims to continue their strong form. Manager Enzo Maresca will deploy a 4-2-3-1 lineup, featuring Matheus Nunes, Elliot Anderson, and Erling Haaland. Gianluigi Donnarumma will start in goal, supported by a defense anchored by Marc Guehi and Ruben Dias. Midfield will see Enzo Fernandez and Anderson taking central roles, while Iliman Ndiaye, Rayan Cherki, and Antoine Semenyo will lead the attack. The match promises to be crucial for City as they look to secure points at home.

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Status Watch
  • •Kickoff set for Sunday at Etihad Stadium
  • •City won 5-0 against Norwich City in their last match
  • •Enzo Maresca to use a 4-2-3-1 formation against Sunderland
  • •Erling Haaland expected to start after being rested
  • •Gianluigi Donnarumma returns to goal after midweek rest
Latest Updates
  • 4:20 AMYahoo Sports — Manchester City vs Sunderland – Predicted lineup and team news
  • 9:05 PMYahoo Sports — Brobbey To Lead The Line | 4-2-3-1 Sunderland Predicted Lineup Vs Manchester City
  • 7:05 PMYahoo Sports — Nunes, Anderson And Haaland To Start | 4-2-3-1 Manchester City Predicted Lineup Vs Sunderland
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Manchester City will entertain Sunderland at the Etihad Stadium this Sunday as they look to secure a good result at home in the Premier League. The Mancunian club managed to earn a dominant 5-0 win ov...

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Manchester City host Sunderland at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday looking to make it five wins from five in the Premier League. Enzo Maresca’s side have won every game across all competitions since he...

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