Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane admits that he is "worried" for his old club ahead of Saturday's FA Cup final against Manchester City at Wembley - but believes Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford will cause them problems.
14.05.2023 - 11:55 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Manchester City will be aiming to tighten their grip on top spot when they face Everton at Goodison Park this afternoon.
City, who were held to a frustrating 1-1 draw when the two sides met at the Etihad Stadium earlier this season, will move four points clear of second-placed Arsenal with a victory. The Blues have won each of their last ten league matches and will be keen to boost their confidence levels ahead of Wednesday night's Champions League semi-final second leg against Real Madrid.
City, who drew 1-1 with Madrid in the first leg in midweek, defeated Leeds United 2-1 in their last league outing, creating a four-point advantage at the top. Arsenal, however, reduced that gap to just a point with a 2-0 win at Newcastle United the following day.
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The Blues, who have won each of their six visits to Goodison Park, will no doubt be keeping a close eye on Arsenal's clash with Brighton & Hove Albion later today, regardless of the outcome of their trip to Merseyside. The Gunners kick-off at 4:30pm.
City are sweating over the availability of Nathan Ake ahead of the clash with the Toffees. He missed the trip to Spain and, despite making progress, may not be risked with half an eye on the tussle with Madrid. With that in mind, how do City's supporters want the Blues to line-up this afternoon? MEN Sport has taken a close look at what they have voted for using our interactive widget.
Unsurprisingly, the supporters have voted for Ederson to retain his place in goal. The Brazilian will be determined to record a clean sheet after failing to keep one in each of his last six Premier League appearances. He last kept one when City defeated Crystal Palace 1-0 at Selhurst Park on March 11.
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