Khusanov on the bench for Manchester City vs Newcastle match

November 22, 2025. In the 12th round of the English Premier League, Manchester City will face Newcastle United away.
Uzbekistan national team defender Abdukodir Khusanov has been included in the match squad for Pep Guardiola's team. The match will kick off at 10:30 PM Tashkent time.
Starting XI: Donnarumma, Nunes, Dias, Gvardiol, O’Reyli, Lewis, Bernardo Silva, Foden, Cherki, Doku, Haaland.
Substitutes: Trafford, Reijnders, Stones, Ake, Mamush, Ait Nouri, Savinho, Khusanov, Bobb.
Pep Guardiola's team is coming into the match on a successful run; however, playing at St. James' Park traditionally requires high levels of focus and preparation. The coaching staff is paying attention to managing the game’s tempo and creating swift flank transitions, particularly by launching strong attacks through Foden and Doku.