Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has again taken aim at broadcasters for moving his side's trip to Manchester City to a Saturday 12.30pm kick-off.
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Supporters want to see Pep Guardiola make six changes for the Champions League contest against Young Boys while seemingly keeping one eye on the Manchester derby this weekend.
The treble-winners would usually go full-strength when it comes to team selection, but there are two key factors to note when looking at their line-up on Wednesday night, including their showdown with Manchester United on Sunday afternoon (3.30pm). It marks a hugely important week for the champions.
Guardiola and his star-studded team must also deal with a plastic pitch that could impact what line-up he settles on in Switzerland. Here, we take a look at the alterations Manchester Evening News readers want to see Manchester City make after their win over Brighton.
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Goalkeeper - Ederson
Despite his omission in the Brighton win, Ederson remains the club's first choice. Fans are calling for the Brazil goalkeeper to return with Stefan Ortega dropped to the bench.
Defenders - Kyle Walker, Ruben Dias, Nathan Ake, Josko Gvardiol
City are blessed with options right across the pitch and that's certainly the case in defence. John Stones and Manuel Akanji would be two viable options to start, but supporters want to see Kyle Walker joined by Ruben Dias, Nathan Ake and summer signing Josko Gvardiol.
Midfielders - Mateo Kovacic, Rodri, Matheus Nunes
Rodri's importance was highlighted when he missed three matches through suspension this month and City were beaten in all three games. Mateo Kovacic and Matheus Nunes - who both arrived at the Etihad Stadium this summer - went unused against Brighton and will be fresh for
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