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Mainstay in defense Gvardiol started in 36 of his 37 appearances while notching five goals on 40 shots to go along with 26 chances created, 44 interceptions, 58 tackles and 111 clearances in the Premi...

Impact Gvardiol completed his second season with City in yet another stalwart effort, only missing one appearance and two starts all season. He recorded another great two-way season, seeing plenty of work in the defense between his service at left-back and center-back while adding five goals on the attacking side of the ball. There seems to be no way the defender will drop any minutes moving into next season as he continues as a top defender in the league and world, likely to be a crucial piece of any silverware the club wins moving forward.

JUNE 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to left-back Gvardiol registered two interceptions, two tackles and four clearances in Tuesday's 3-1 win over Bournemouth.

Impact Gvardiol was moved back to left-back Tuesday after he was in the center of the defense for Saturday's FA Cup final, seeing the full 90 minutes of play. However, he would only really contribute in the defense with his two tackles, two interceptions and four clearances, rarely not seeing much work in the attack. This was his 13th straight start, only missing two league starts all season.

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Busy defensively Gvardiol had four clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Everton.

Impact Gvardiol was back in the backline for Saturday's showdown with Everton, and he was excellent. He shut down multiple attacks and was brilliant throughout looking confident on the ball and helping City maintain a hold on the match. It's been a tough city for City, but Gvardiol has been a calm, excellent option throughout the season.

APRIL 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Stalwart effort Gvardiol registered four tackles (three won), seven clearances and one interception in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Brighton.

Impact Gvardiol didn't have as much of an attacking presence as he normally does against Brighton on Saturday, despite getting up the pitch multiple times, not seeing a single significant stat in the attack. However, he was solid in the defense, notching one interception, four tackles and seven clearances. He continues to only see rest during Cup action, one of the club's most reliable players in a disappointing campaign.

MARCH 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Active defensively Gvardiol recorded two tackles (zero won), four clearances and one interception in Sunday's 2-0 defeat to Liverpool.

Impact Gvardiol was stuck behind the ball for large parts of Sunday's loss, struggling to get into the attack as Liverpool looked so potent on the counter throughout the match. The defender has been strong at left-back, but he doesn't offer as much going forward as some other left-back's, especially against top opponents.

FEBRUARY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Earns early assist Gvardiol assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 3-2 defeat versus Real Madrid.

Impact Gvardiol was active on the left flank Tuesday, notching one chance created and two shots in the attack to go along with two interceptions, two tackles and four clearances in the defense. However, his best moment came early, bringing down and passing the ball off his chest to assist Erling Haaland's goal in the 19th minute. This was the defender's first assist and goal contribution in nine UCL appearances (eight starts) this season.

FEBRUARY 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores equalizer Gvardiol scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-1 win versus Chelsea.

Impact Gvardiol found himself with numerous chances to score and equalize the game in the first half of Saturday's match, butchering the first two opportunities before finally finding the back of the net in the 42nd minute. This does mark his fifth goal of the season, with his last coming on Dec. 15. He also added one cross and an interception, appearing to have a better match with the eye than on the stat sheet.

JANUARY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Josko Gvardiol equalizes for Manchester City against Chelsea | Premier League

JANUARY 25, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Three tackles in loss to PSG Gvardiol registered one cross (zero accurate) and three tackles in Wednesday's 4-2 loss to Paris Saint-Germain.

Impact Gvardiol has been playing as a left-back this season for City, and the defender has struggled to be a reliable fantasy option due to his lack of attacking prowess. He's a good source for defensive stats, though. He's averaging 3.0 clearances, 1.1 tackles and 0.9 interceptions per game over his last 10 appearances in all competitions.

JANUARY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Records three clearances Gvardiol generated one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Aston Villa. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 84th minute.

Impact Gvardiol had a quiet day in Saturday's loss, as he didn't do much on either side of the ball. He would only notch one shot and a cross in the attack, while only seeing a mere three clearances in the defense. He continues in his consistent starting spot, starting in 15 of his club's 16 league matches.

DECEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores from defense Gvardiol scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 defeat to Manchester United.

Impact Gvardiol bagged the opening goal of Sunday's match, scoring early from the defense. This gives him four goals on the season, already matching his tally from the last campaign. He also added one tackle, a block, three interceptions and three clearances in the defense.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 15, 2024 • SKY.COM

Josko Gvardiol heads Manchester City ahead of Manchester United | Premier League

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Decent defensively Gvardiol registered two shots (zero on goal) in Wednesday's 3-0 victory against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Gvardiol stayed active from his left-back spot as he helped his team to a clean sheet, notching two shots, three clearances and three tackles in the win. This comes after going unused last match, although he started and played the full 90 Wednesday. He continues to be a regular starter, only missing the start in three of the club's matches this campaign.

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Josko Gvardiol's header gives Manchester City lifeline v. Bournemouth | Premier League

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Second goal in three EPL matches Gvardiol scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), two crosses (none accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Gvardiol posted an outstanding performance Saturday. The regular starting Croatian executed three clearances, two blocks, two interceptions and two tackles. He demonstrated again that he is a defender who can get on the score sheet by placing an outstanding header to net City's only goal. He has now found the net in two of the Citizens last three EPL matches.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Cherries Gvardiol (groin) is in the starting XI for Saturday's trip to Bournemouth.

Impact Gvardiol picked up an issue against Spurs in the Carabao Cup, but it seems it was a minor concern. The defender is in the starting XI and ready to pick up right where he left off as one of the top left-backs in Europe.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to face Cherries Gvardiol suffered a groin injury but is expected to feature against Bournemouth on Saturday, according to Tomislav Juranovic of Sportske.Jutarnji. "Josko's injury, which occurred d...

Impact Gvardiol looks to be one of the few players for Manchester City that is fit going into Saturday. It appears he has recovered from the groin issues he suffered in their mid-week cup match, likely to feature Saturday. He has been an everyday starter so this is a boost, likely to continue in the starting role against the Cherries, with Nathan Ake taking his spot if he is left on the bench.

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bags equalizer Gvardiol scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 2-1 win over Wolverhampton.

Impact Gvardiol bagged the equalizing goal Sunday before City would eventually win the match, finding the back of the net in the 33rd minute. This marks his second goal of the season, with his last coming two appearances ago. He was much more quiet in the defense, registering one tackle won in 90 minutes of play.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Josko Gvardiol's golazo brings Man City level against Wolves | Premier League

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Earns first goal of season Gvardiol scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Newcastle United.

Impact Gvardiol opened up the scoring Saturday, with one of his shots finding the back of the net in the 35th minute. This marks his first goal and goal contribution of the season. He was also solid in the defense with his two tackles won, two interceptions and two clearances.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Josko Gvardiol nets Manchester City's opener v. Newcastle | Premier League

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • YOUTUBE

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