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Rodri Out for the Count: A Long Road Ahead for Man City!

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Man City faces a tough spell as Rodri is out with a serious knee injury. Can they still hold onto their Premier League crown without him? Find out!

Manchester City fans are bracing themselves for a turbulent time in the upcoming fixtures after the recent news regarding their midfield maestro, Rodri. The Spanish international has been sidelined with a knee injury sustained in the dramatic 2-2 draw against Arsenal. Although the details are still emerging, manager Pep Guardiola has confirmed that Rodri will be out for 'a long time,' leaving fans and experts alike to ponder the potential implications for the Premier League champions.

Rodri's absence is particularly concerning considering how integral he has been to Manchester City's game plan. His ability to control the midfield, break up opposition plays, and provide a reliable passing option has been crucial for City. With each passing match, Guardiola will have to quickly adapt his strategies to fill the void left by Rodri, who is not just a player but an essential cog in the City machine. The risk of them slipping up against their rivals increases with every fixture he misses.

As City holds its breath waiting for more updates on Rodri's condition, the absence raises questions about who will step up to take the reins. Young talents like Kalvin Phillips may find themselves under immense pressure to perform, or we might see a tactical reshuffle as Guardiola experiments with a different formation. The upcoming matches will be a real test for the squad's depth and resilience.

Did you know that Rodri was a key player in Manchester City's treble-winning season? His influence on the pitch was palpable, with many fans regarding him as a future captain in the making. Additionally, if they are to weather this storm, City may need to call upon their considerable resources in the transfer market as they search for potential reinforcements that can help fill the void in this uncertain time.

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Rodri out 'for a long time': Guardiola says Man City waits to learn ... (Sportstar)

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Rodri injury: Man City star in Spain for tests on knee - ESPN (ESPN India)

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Rodri injury: Man City midfielder 'out for long, long time' and requires ... (Sky Sports)

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Football latest: Arteta hints at serious injury as Man City await Rodri ... (BBC Sport)

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Rodri absence would be an ominous blow for Man City - Nagaland ... (Nagaland Post)

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Rodri injury: Potential absence blows huge hole in Man City midfield ... (Sky Sports)

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How will Manchester City cope with the absence of Rodri in Premier ... (Business Standard)

Last season, the defending champions lost just three games in the Premier League, and all the defeats came when Rodri was suspended for the ties.

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Rodri injury: Man City star out for 'long time,' says Guardiola - ESPN (ESPN India)

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Rodri injury: Man City confirm 'ligament' injury amid tests - ESPN (ESPN India)

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Man City says Rodri has a ligament injury in his right knee but gives ... (The Associated Press)

Manchester City says midfielder Rodri has ligament damage in his right knee but hasn't given a time frame for his potential absence.

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Injury update: Rodri (Manchester City FC)

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Man City confirm Rodri suffered right knee ligament injury in Arsenal ... (Irvine Times)

City say 'assessment remains ongoing' to establish the full exent of the Spain midfielder's injury.

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Man City confirms Rodri ligament injury in right knee, gives no time ... (Sportstar)

Manchester City midfielder Rodri has ligament damage in his right knee, the club said Wednesday without giving a time frame for his potential absence.

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Man City says Rodri has a ligament injury in his right knee but gives ... (Powell River Peak)

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Man City says Rodri has a ligament injury in his right knee but gives ... (Squamish Chief)

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