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Matheus Nunes injury concerns ahead of Manchester City vs. Bournemouth

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 7:55 AM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Matheus Nunes injury concerns ahead of Manchester City vs. Bournemouth

Summary

Matheus Nunes is facing an injury concern after a warm-up incident prior to Manchester City’s FA Community Shield match against Arsenal, which City lost 3-0. Nunes had been named on the substitutes' bench but was injured, leading to Vitor Reis taking his place. With Manchester City set to open their Premier League season against Bournemouth, Nunes' fitness will be closely monitored throughout the week. If he cannot play, Abdukodir Khusanov is likely to start at right-back again. The nature and severity of Nunes' injury remain unspecified, but updates are expected from training sessions this week.

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Status Watch

•Nunes injured during warm-up before FA Community Shield match.
•City lost 3-0 to Arsenal in that match.
•Vitor Reis replaced Nunes on the bench due to the injury.
•City plays Bournemouth in their Premier League opener this weekend.
•Abdukodir Khusanov may start at right-back if Nunes cannot play.

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7:55 AMYahoo Sports — There is an injury situation to watch out for at Manchester City ahead of this weekend

What they're saying

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When the team lineups were announced ahead of Manchester City’s 3-0 defeat to Arsenal in the FA Community Shield, Matheus Nunes was named amongst the substitutes. However, the Manchester City right-...
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