Victory is a must for Manchester City against Brentford if they are to keep the pressure on Arsenal in the Premier League title race.
Though they salvaged a draw at the last, two dropped points against Everton could be costly for Pep Guardiola’s side with their rivals now five points clear at the top of the table.
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Follow the latest updates from Man City vs Brentford live
While Manchester City still have a game in hand, they will need Arsenal to slip up and must take care of their own business against a visiting team with plenty to play for themselves.
Brentford appear to be battling with Bournemouth and Brighton for sixth place and a success here would be a significant boost to their chances.
Here’s everything you need to know.
When is Manchester City vs Brentford?
Manchester City vs Brentford is due to kick off at 5.30pm BST on Saturday 9 May at the Etihad Stadium.
How can I watch it?
Viewers in the United Kingdom can watch the match live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League. A live stream will be available via Sky Go and NOW.
Team news
Manchester City remain without Ruben Dias and Josko Gvardiol, though both are nearing a return, and Rodri continues to battle a groin problem. Mateo Kovacic may come into Pep Guardiola’s starting midfield.
Jordan Henderson is set to have some involvement in a significant boost for Brentford. Vitaly Janelt is also nearing a return, but Rico Henry is not ready yet.
Predicted line-ups
Manchester City XI: Donnarumma; Nunes, Khusanov, Guehi, O’Reilly; Kovacic, Silva; Semenyo, Cherki, Doku; Haaland.
Brentford XI: Kelleher; Kayode, Van den Berg, Collins, Hickey; Jensen, Yarmolyuk; Ouattara, Damsgaard, Lewis-Potter; Thiago.
