In the first round of the UEFA Champions League general stage, which fans are eagerly awaiting, Manchester City will face one of Italy's strongest teams, Napoli, at their home ground. This match is expected to be one of the most exciting and impactful in Europe.
Before the match, prestigious international sports portals announced the possible composition of the teams. They believe both teams can field their strongest and most experienced players.
According to SportsMole, Manchester City will feature Gianluigi Donnarumma as the starting goalkeeper. Lewis, Ruben Dias, Guardiol, and Ake are expected to be on the defensive line. Rodri, Nico, and Savino could start the game in midfield. Phil Foden, Jeremy Doku, and goalscorer Erling Haaland are expected to take the field in the attack. At Napoli, Di Lorenzo, Beukema, Buonjorno, and Spinazzola from Milán Milinković-Savić's lineup could feature. Lobotka, Politano, and Angissa are expected in midfield, while De Bruyne, McTominay, and Hojlund are likely to be seen in attack.
The WhoScored portal, in turn, offered a slightly different composition. According to them, Trafford could guard City's goal. Lewis, Dias, Guardiol, and the young Uzbek footballer Abdukodir Khusanov are expected to play in the defense. Rodri, Nico, and Savino can play in midfield, while Foden, Bobb, and Haaland are expected in the attacking line. At Napoli, Di Lorenzo, Beukema, Buonjorno, and Spinazzola from Milán Milinković-Savić's lineup could feature. Lobotka, Politano, and Angissa are relied upon in midfield, while De Bruyne, McTominay, and Hojlund can be seen in attack.
There are further changes in the potential lineup announced by OneFootball. They predict that Donnarumma, Nunes, Khusanov, Guardiol, O'Reilly, Rodri, Nico, Savino, Foden, Doku, and Haaland could feature in the starting lineup for Manchester City.
Thus, different sources present different assumptions. But one thing is certain - this match will be an important test not only of the strength of the teams, but also of the adaptation of new players and the tactics of the coaches.
For fans, this match is expected to be remembered not only by the result but also by every action on the field, tactical clashes, and the performance of the star players.
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