Manchester City vs Aston Villa: Latest City team news & predicted City starting eleven ahead of today’s match

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Manchester City face Aston Villa at Villa Park, where they haven't won in four matches, with their last victory dating back to December 2021. City come into the match after wins against Ipswich Town and AEK Athens, with a 5-1 victory over the latter. Aston Villa are rebuilding under Unai Emery after losing key players, but have shown recent signs of life. City are top of the Premier League after winning their opening seven matches.

Manchester City are dealing with injury doubts ahead of the match, with Matheus Nunes, Mateo Kovacic, and Nico O'Reilly all in doubt after picking up minor injuries against Ipswich Town. A decision on their availability will be made after Friday's training session. Antoine Semenyo is expected to miss the match due to a knee injury sustained against Ipswich Town.

Erling Haaland is fit and available to start against Aston Villa, having been on the bench for City's win over AEK Athens. Haaland had picked up a knock against Ipswich Town but is ready to play, which is a boost for City. Haaland's fitness is a positive development for the Premier League leaders ahead of the match.