Manchester City travel to Wembley on Saturday for their highly-anticipated clash with Manchester United in the Community Shield. The Cityzens will be keen on revenge over their bitter rivals but will be without the service of one key attacker.
That man is Jack Grealish, the former Aston Villa ace who has been sensational for the Premier League champions during this preseason. According to the Sun, the Englishman, who was in line to start at Wembley, has suffered an injury and will miss this showdown.
This occurred in training for the Community Shield, with Grealish now set to watch the action from the stands. The details surrounding this rumored injury remain unclear.
This would be a huge blow for Guardiola after hailing the Englishman for his preseason campaign, saying he loved what he saw from the 28-year-old.
Additionally, Manchester City are without Phil Foden, John Stones, Kyle Walker, and Rodri, with these four superstars expected to return next week from their extended break after reaching the Euro 2024 final.
This means Pep will have to deliver revenge with one hand tied behind his back. These two Manchester giants unforgettably faced off in last season's FA Cup final, with the Red Devils pulling off a shocking 2-1 win to deny Foden and Co. the double.
Goals from Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo earned Ten Hag's men the victory, a result which many believe helped the Dutchman retain his job at Old Trafford.
The 2024-25 Premier League season begins a week after the Community Shield, with Manchester United facing Fulham next Friday in the opening game. Meanwhile, Manchester City commence their title defense with an interesting trip to Chelsea on August 18.
