Manchester City will look to take a big step towards the Champions League knockout stages on Wednesday evening when it visits Paris Saint-Germain.
Having failed to win any of their past three Champions League matches, the 2022/23 season winners find themselves in the bottom half of the league table. City have picked up just eight points from six European projects and are yet to confirm their place in the knockout stage of the competition, but victory in the French capital would at least see them strengthen their position in the standings.
Beating Paris Saint-Germain will not be easy for Pep Guardiola's side, even if four wins from their last five games in all competitions have lifted the spirits heading to the Parc des Princes. The Ligue 1 leaders have won their last eight matches and are fighting tooth and nail for a Champions League knockout spot after disappointing on the same continent.
Here's how Man City He could be lining up for a decisive showdown.
Goalkeeper: Ederson – Injuries and questionable form have seen Ederson's starting place under threat from Stefan Ortega over the past month. However, the Brazilian started against Ipswich Town at the weekend and could get another nod on Wednesday.
Right-back: Rico Luis – With Kyle Walker expected to swap Manchester United for AC Milan this month, Lewis is the only recognized right-back option at the club. He could return to the starting lineup after three games without a start, although he faces competition for his place from midfielder Matheus Nunes.
Centre-back: Manuel Akanji – With Nathan Ake and John Stones out due to injury, Akanji's place in the squad is undisputed at the moment, but City… New defense contracts It should provide him with some much-needed relief over the coming months.
Centre-back: Ruben Dias – The Portuguese plays a pivotal role in a City defense that is struggling to find its feet again and has made his long-awaited return from injury in the league. Beating Ipswich 6-0 On the weekend.
Left-back: Josko Gvardiol The harsh spotlight has been placed squarely on Guardiola for most of the season after an error-filled spell, but the Croatian is still favored at left-back by Guardiola with few other options in that role.
Midfielder: Bernardo Silva – Silva enjoyed the afternoon against Ipswich, and Guardiola may be keeping an eye on the trip to Paris. The Portuguese has often produced impressive goals for Manchester City in the league UEFA Champions League I will want to submit another on Wednesday.
Midfielder: Mateo Kovacic – A quick low shot capped an impressive display against the Tractor Boys, with Kovacic also providing an excellent assist for James McAtee. He remains the best imitator of Rodri at City.
Midfielder: Kevin De Bruyne After he was suddenly subdued since his return from injury, De Bruyne showed flashes of his genius against Ipswich. He managed two assists and made some tricky positions in the Ipswich penalty area.
Right wing: Phil Foden – Foden's slow start to the season appears to be over. He has produced braces in successive Premier League matches and is performing closer to his irresistible best.
Striker: Erling Haaland – The show was not centered around Haaland at the weekend, but he still came in with a set-piece from close range. He has a history with Paris Saint-Germain during his days at Borussia Dortmund.
Left wing: Savinho – Jeremy Doku starred in the win at Portman Road, but Savinho has been similarly devastating in recent weeks and could return to the starting line-up. City return to their best in the final third and the Brazilian has been key in this renaissance.
