Manchester City Face Crisis as Star Midfielder Rodri Suffers Season-Ending Injury

Rodri's ACL tear leaves Manchester City scrambling for solutions after back-to-back draws in the Premier League.

• Rodri, considered the best defensive midfielder in the world, has been ruled out for the season with an ACL injury.
• Manchester City have struggled without Rodri, dropping four points in their last two matches against Arsenal and Newcastle.
• Pep Guardiola has tried various replacements, including Mateo Kovacic and Rico Lewis, but none have matched Rodri's impact.
• The team’s lack of fluency and defensive solidity without Rodri has been evident, raising concerns about their title defense.
• City's upcoming fixtures against lower-ranked teams offer a chance to adapt, but tougher challenges lie ahead without their key player.

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