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·8 December 2025

Big concern for Manchester City ahead of Real Madrid clash

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Big concern for Manchester City ahead of Real Madrid clash

Manchester City may have to face Real Madrid on Wednesday in the Champions League without John Stones.


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In the recent match against Sunderland, the central defender was sidelined with an injury, and Pep Guardiola has not specified how long he will be out of action. According to Manchester Evening News, his availability for the Real Madrid clash remains uncertain.

Two other absences are confirmed: Rodri, who is sidelined with a muscle injury and is expected to return after the end of the year, and Mateo Kovacic, who suffered an ankle injury and will be unavailable until February 2026.

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