Football/ A key players’ injury adds to Manchester City’s Champions League woes
Manchester City’s Champions League ambitions have taken a hit with the news that defender Manuel Akanji will miss the crucial second leg against Real Madrid. The Swiss international sustained a muscle injury that will keep him sidelined for several weeks, dealing a significant blow to Pep Guardiola’s defensive plans.
Akanji’s absence compounds City’s injury troubles, as Jack Grealish is also ruled out after being forced off in the first leg.
The defender’s injury not only sidelines him for the high-stakes clash in Madrid but also for key Premier League fixtures against Newcastle and Liverpool.
Akanji has been a reliable presence in City’s backline this season, and his unavailability leaves Guardiola with fewer options to contain Real Madrid’s attacking threats.
As City look to overturn a 2-3 deficit, the loss of key players like Akanji adds further pressure to an already daunting task. The club’s depth will be tested as they aim to keep their European dreams alive.
