Manchester City vs West Ham prediction: Manchester City line-up

Manchester City are set to host West Ham United in their final game before the mid-winter break at Etihad on Sunday.

They haven’t scored in the last two games and Pep Guardiola would be hoping for his side to bounce back from the deafest to Jose Mourinho’s side last weekend. City have the chance to get maximum points against the struggling Hammers and they need to enter the break with a win.

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Oleksandr Zinchenko received his marching orders against Tottenham and will serve his suspension, missing the home game.

Meanwhile Benjamin Mendy, Aymeric Laporte and Raheem Sterling are doubtful with fitness issues. And Leroy Sane has not yet trained with the team and will be absent against West Ham.

Probable Manchester City XI

Formation: 4-3-3

Ederson (GK)

The Brazilian has been the first-choice in between the sticks for Manchester City and will retain his spot. He would be hoping to keep a clean sheet

Kyle Walker (RB)

The Englishman has been a regular since his arrival at Etihad. He will start for sure but needs to be more effective while defending.

Fernandinho (CB)

The experienced campaigner was unlucky in Spurs’ second goal. He will be an undoubted starter against the Hammers.

Nicolas Otamendi (CB)

The Argentine needs to take advantage of his game time and nail a spot for himself. He hasn’t been convincing but is expected to start due to the lack of defensive options.

Joao Cancelo (LB)

The 25-year-old started from the bench against Tottenham. With Mendy injured and Zinchenko suspended he would get back to the starting line-up.

Kevin De Bruyne (RCM)

A great asset to the team, the Belgian is a key player for the Cityzens. Though he did well in the last outing, he could not help the team cross the line.

Rodri (CDM)

Rodri looks to be still adjusting to the pace of the Premier League and will be hoping to put a strong display on Sunday after being sloppy at times in his last two appearances.

David Silva (LCM)

The Spaniard should be given a chance to start from the beginning as he has been on the bench for a long time. He could be crucial against Moyes’ side if he is given the opportunity.

Bernardo Silva (LW)

The winger was used as a substitute last time but with Sterling doubtful for the game, the Portuguese would start on the left of the attack.

Riyad Mahrez (RW)

The Algerian is expected to start on the right as he did in the previous game. He needs to contribute more to the team and help them win.

Sergio Aguero (ST)

Aguero should lead the attack ahead of Gabriel Jesus and aim to add to his tally of 16 goals after missing out on scoring in the last outing.