Overview

• Erling Haaland, Manchester City's leading scorer with 27 goals this season, was not included in the squad for Sunday’s Premier League match against Liverpool due to a knee injury.
• Haaland sustained the injury during City's 4-0 victory over Newcastle on February 15 and was an unused substitute in the midweek Champions League loss to Real Madrid.
• City manager Pep Guardiola had expressed uncertainty on Friday about Haaland's availability, emphasizing the team’s strength when the striker is on the pitch.
• January signing Omar Marmoush was named in the starting lineup, while Jérémy Doku and Kevin De Bruyne also returned to the XI for the match.
• The game carries significant implications for Liverpool, who lead the Premier League and could extend their advantage over second-place Arsenal with a win.