🔗 Share this article English Top Flight Comes Back with Important Injury News The English top flight kicks off again this matchweek following the pause for national teams, with coaches providing crucial team news ahead of Saturday's matches. Anfield Side Face Substantial Missing Players Anfield coach Arne Slot has revealed that Bradley, Frimpong, and Florian Wirtz will all miss this upcoming fixture against Nottingham Forest. Meanwhile, starting shot-stopper the Brazilian has fully recovered from his hamstring injury and is fit to play. The manager stated that Gomez sat out sessions yesterday but will likely be ready for the squad, though it's unlikely he'll be played for the entire match. The Clarets Receive Encouraging Report on Armando Broja Clarets boss Parker has revealed that forward Broja may have "avoided serious injury" after suffering an problem while playing for his national team against England. The striker left the game on a stretcher, but subsequent examinations have indicated the injury is "not serious at all." Parker added that their striker has been in training since Wednesday and could still play against his old team the Blues on matchday. The Magpies Injury Reports Magpies boss Howe has given reports on multiple first-team individuals ahead of their match against Manchester City. Gordon has "trained extensively" to recover from his hip problem and is "questionable" for Saturday's match. the full-back is "nearing fitness" after recovering from a serious knee issue and is also in the running for selection. Pope is "okay" after completing concussion protocols, while Joelinton and Sandro Tonali are both ready to face City. Weekend Premier League Matches Burnley v Chelsea (Saturday early kickoff GMT) Forest visit Anfield (3pm) West Ham travel to Bournemouth (afternoon) Wolves host Palace (standard kickoff) Brighton v Brentford (3pm) Fulham host Sunderland (3pm) The Magpies host City (late kickoff) Leeds host Villa (Sun early kickoff) Arsenal v Tottenham (Sun late kickoff) Man United v Everton (Mon 8pm) Tactical Spotlight on Howe The Magpies could end up in the bottom three if they are defeated against City and results elsewhere are unfavorable. The historical record aren't great for the Newcastle manager, who has never won Pep Guardiola in eighteen prior top flight attempts. Howe's history against the City manager stands at two stalemates and sixteen defeats from their past encounters. "We've improved and definitely I've seen a massive improvement from us," said the Clarets boss the gaffer. "They're just little tiny bits at this current stage." The resumption of top flight fixtures comes after a dramatic FIFA window that saw memorable highlights including the Scottish team's thrilling qualification for the global tournament.