Manchester City's experience will face Sporting CP within the final sixteen of the Champions League. The Sky Blues are the clear favourites for the conflict, even though Guardiola is not absolutely confident in their warring parties.
The Spanish train changed into already complete of reward for the Portuguese in the press room. He also showed the absence of 3 of his gamers, Grealish, Gabriel Jesus and Palmer.
In the case of the '10', he already missed the weekend game with a shin harm and will now not be available for the midweek clash both. The Brazilian is still out injured after the international spoil and has already missed 3 games with his crew.
Youngster Cole Palmer, who has been impressing in his recent performances, may also be unavailable. Mahrez and Foden are in all likelihood to associate the in-form Sterling.