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Starting on Saturday Akanji (abdomen) made Manchester City's XI to face Aston Villa on Saturday.

Impact Akanji returns to the starting lineup after missing three matches, playing alongside John Stones in the back. He has tallied six tackles (all won), nine clerances and one interception in his last four appearances, with no clean sheets.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Aston Villa game Akanji (undisclosed) is back in team training and is doing good, coach Pep Guardiola said in the press conference.

Impact Akanji has missed Manchester City's last three games due to an abdomen injury but is close to a return for Saturday's clash against Aston Villa. He could start in the XI with Ruben Dias ruled out for several weeks and Nathan Ake still unavailable.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out with abdomen injury Akanji (abdomen) remains out for Sunday's clash with Manchester United, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "He has discomfort in the stomach area, abductor. It doesn't feel good b...

Impact Akanji has been on the sideline for recent weeks and it seems that his injury is more a case of pain management than anything else. It's not clear how long he'll be sidelined but the defender would be in for a major role when he's back fit once more.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Akanji (undisclosed) is out for Wednesday's trip to Juventus, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "Nathan [Ake] will be longer than Manu [Akanji] but I don't know [how long]."

Impact Akanji is still sidelined for Wednesday's clash with Juventus as he deals with an undisclosed issue. There's no specific timeline on his recovery, but the hope is that he will be back before the end of the year.

DECEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Misses out Akanji (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's match against Crystal Palace.

Impact Akanji did not make the cut after being a game-time call for Saturday's contest, with the defender ultimately being left out due to his issues. This leaves the club with a starting back line of Kyle Walker, Ruben Dias, Josko Gvardiol and Rico Lewis. He will look for a return when facing Juventus in UCL play on Wednesday.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain Saturday Akanji (undisclosed) is a true game-time call for Saturday's trip to Crystal Palace, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "Manu [Akanji] we'll see."

Impact Akanji has been close to return in recent days and is now a true game-time call. The defender could be even more crucial for the starting XI with Nathan Ake (hamstring) out seemingly for a significant period of time. If at all fit Akanji may be needed straight back in the starting XI.

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Injured, hopeful to return soon Akanji has suffered an injury and is out for the club's next two matches, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "Manu for the last two months or so has struggled. We'll see in three...

Impact Akanji had to be forced off at halftime of Wednesday's match, with the defender suffering an undisclosed injury against Forest. This will leave him out for at least the next two games, eyeing a return against Manchester United on Dec. 15. He will hope to then return against the Red Devils as expected, with Ruben Dias and Josko Gvardiol likely to take the reins in the center of the defense as John Stones (foot) and Nathan Ake (undisclosed) are also injured.

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Spurs Akanji (ankle) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Spurs.

Impact Akanji is back in the starting XI after training during the international break. The center-back clearly worked without issues as he's now straight into the starting XI for the first match back.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Possibility for Saturday Akanji (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's match against Tottenham after training this week, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "Manu trained good."

Impact Akanji could be in for a return after not serving with Switzerland due to an ankle issue, as he has returned to training this week. This would be a huge addition for the club, with the defender starting in all but two of the club's matches this campaign. That said, he should be expected to see the start in the center of the defense, likely starting alongside Nathan Ake.

NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unused Saturday with ankle issue Akanji has been left out of the Swiss National Team callups with an ankle injury, forcing him to be an unused sub during the loss to Brighton.

Impact Akanji is expected to take the extra week to recover from an ankle injury, forcing him to miss the clash with Brighton. He continues to be a solid choice in the back line for Manchester City, starting all nine games in the PL while totaling 23 clearances, seven tackles and eight crosses (three won). This puts him at a questionable state for the Tottenham clash on Nov 23.

NOVEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting as expected Akanji (strain) is in the starting XI for Saturday's trip to Bournemouth.

Impact Akanji told reporters Friday that he is fit to play Saturday, and as expected he's in the starting XI. The center-back is straight back in the first team after being scratched mid-week due to a minor issue.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expects to play Saturday Akanji (strain) is expected to be an option for Saturday's match against Bournemouth, the player told Sky Sports News.

Impact Akanji looks to have shaken off the strain that prevented him from playing Wednesday, as the defender claimed he was fine and would play Saturday. This would be a huge addition to the team, as they are already reeling from injuries all around the club. He will likely see the start if completely fit, with John Stones or Nathan Ake as backup options if Akanji is placed on the bench to begin.

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch Wednesday Akanji was a late scratch from the lineup Wednesday with a knock, per Peter Fitzpatrick of the Standard.

Impact Akanji is set to be reassessed ahead of Saturday's trip to Bournemouth after he was a late scratch Wednesday with a knock. The move could have also been precautionary as he has played all but one match in all competitions for City, averaging about two clearances per contests while keeping four clearances in 11 matches.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assist early on Akanji assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 5-0 win over Sparta Prague.

Impact Akanji found an assist against Prague, with the Swiss defender finding Phil Foden in the third minute for the first goal of the match. This makes his first assist of the season, also being his first goal contribution. He was much more quiet in the defense, only registering two clearances.

OCTOBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Consistent starter Akanji has started every single match in the Premier League and Champions League before the October international break.

Impact Akanji has been a mainstay in the starting XI since returning from international action with Switzerland. The center-back has been brought off in the second half of the two final matches before the break, but prior to that he was going the full 90. With the international break giving him a chance to rest Akanji should be a consistent starter going forward.

OCTOBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Man City beats Man United in penalty shootout to win Community Shield

After a 1-1 draw in regulation time, City beat United 7-6 in a shootout to win the traditional curtain-raiser to the English soccer season b...

AUGUST 10, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Man City beats Man United in penalty shootout to win Community Shield

Manuel Akanji enduring 'deep emptiness' after missed penalty consigns Swiss to painful loss at Euro 2024

Once again Switzerland couldn't break through the quarterfinal ceiling at a major tournament.

JULY 6, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Manuel Akanji enduring 'deep emptiness' after missed penalty consigns Swiss to painful loss at Euro 2024

Penalty miss sees Swiss exit Akanji had five clearances in Saturday's 1-1 (6-4) penalty shootout loss versus England.

Impact Akanji missed the only penalty that saw England progress to the semi-final. For the second time this tournament, he made five clearances and completed 105 passes, a personal high for the tournament, although this was in 120 minutes. This was also the second highest on the pitch, only behind Granit Xhaka.

JULY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fills stat sheet against Italy Akanji created one scoring chance and registered four clearances, two blocks and two interceptions in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Italy.

Impact Akanji had a spotless performance like the rest of the Swiss rearguard, helped by the sterile Italy offense. He has recorded four interceptions, 15 clearances and five blocks in four games.

JUNE 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Holds starting spot in defense Akanji made 30 appearances (28 starts), notching two goals on 15 shots to go along with 23 interceptions, 42 tackles and 61 clearances.

Impact Akanji maintained a decent presence in the starting XI last season but saw a boost in time this campaign, starting four more times and becoming an everyday sight in the defense. He also saw his best season attacking-wise, notching four goals across all competitions, giving him a new career-high for a season. He should come into City next season holding the same role, likely sharing time with Nathan Ake and John Stones if both remain at the club.

MAY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Admirable in last start of season Akanji won his lone tackle and logged one clearance during Manchester City's 3-1 win Sunday against West Ham.

Impact Akanji helped Manchester City defensively excel from late-April onward with seven clearances and six tackles won across the team's last six games, during which it conceded only two goals. He finished the 2023-24 Premier League with two goals, 13 chances created, 61 clearances, 28 tackles won, 23 interceptions and 12 blocks across 30 appearances (28 starts). Compared to his debut 2022-23 season with Man City, he improved in every one of the aforementioned categories. Akanji provided a promising level of form going into Euro 2024, when he is expected to be an integral rep for Switzerland.

MAY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Manuel Akanji 'didn't understand' lack of yellow cards for Arsenal | Premier League

APRIL 1, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Ready to go Akanji (undisclosed) is ready to go for Sunday's clash with Arsenal, according to manager Pep Guardiola.

Impact Akanji is okay after returning from international duty early. The defender was never in real doubt as his withdrawal from international duty was always expected to be more precautionary. Akanji could be in the starting XI on Sunday with John Stones (groin) and Kyle Walker (hamstring) ruled out.

MARCH 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Withdraws from national team Akanji appears to have picked up a knock during his time with the Swiss national team, per Skysports.com.

Impact Akanji looks to have picked up a blow right before the all-important match against Arsenal, as he returned to City early from his international duties due to a knock. This is not what City was looking for, as John Stones and Kyle Walker have also gone down during the international break. However, Akanji's situation looks to be a little better after only being deemed a knock, although reports of testing are yet to be released, so it is still unsure what he is dealing with or when he will be back. He will most likely still be in doubt for Sunday's match, facing a late fitness test to decide if he makes the team sheet or not.

MARCH 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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