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Guardiola Confirms Rodri Out for Fulham Match

12/2/2025

Summary

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Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola confirmed Rodri will miss the December 2, 2025, match against Fulham due to a hamstring injury.
He praised Fulham's organization and improvement under Marco Silva, noting their strong performances, including a win over Tottenham.
Manchester City are currently second in the Premier League and aim to close the five-point gap to Arsenal.
Guardiola's press conference lasted two minutes as he answered questions on squad fitness.

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Established on 20 February 1992, the Premier League emerged from the First Division's breakaway, aiming to enhance financial stability for top clubs. The league, featuring 20 teams, has since become the most-watched sports league globally, with a potential audience of 4.7 billion. Its evolution reflects significant changes in team strategies and player development, impacting the future of English football.

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Story summary

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola confirmed Rodri will miss the December 2, 2025, match against Fulham due to a hamstring injury.
He praised Fulham's organization and improvement under Marco Silva, noting their strong performances, including a win over Tottenham.
Manchester City are currently second in the Premier League and aim to close the five-point gap to Arsenal.
Guardiola's press conference lasted two minutes as he answered questions on squad fitness.

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