Archive · 28 Oct 2025
Haaland May Be Rested for Man City's Carabao Cup Match, Rodri Remains Out
Manchester City's coach, Pep Guardiola, might let their star player, Erling Haaland, sit out their upcoming game in the League Cup against Swansea.
Haaland had a little bump during their last game, and the coach wants to be careful.
They will decide later if he can play.
Another important player, Rodri, is still recovering from an injury and cannot play yet.
The team has won this cup competition several times before.
Even though City is a strong team and Swansea is from a lower league, the coach is thinking about resting players because the team has been depending a lot on Haaland for scoring goals.
Pep Guardiola is considering resting Erling Haaland for Manchester City's Carabao Cup match against Swansea City.
Haaland sustained a knock late in Manchester City's recent loss to Aston Villa.
Midfielder Rodri remains unavailable due to a hamstring injury.
A final decision on Haaland's availability will be made after the team's training session.
Manchester City has won the League Cup four times under Guardiola's management.
- Who
- Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola
- What
- Hinted at potentially resting striker Erling Haaland and confirmed midfielder Rodri remains injured ahead of a Carabao Cup match
- When
- October 28, 2025
- Where
- Manchester City
- Why
- Haaland sustained a knock late in their recent match against Aston Villa, and Rodri is still recovering from a hamstring issue.
Man City's Perspective
Fan Concern Perspective
Player Availability and Risk
Man City's Perspective
Pep Guardiola is considering resting Erling Haaland for the Carabao Cup tie due to a knock, prioritizing player well-being and squad rotation. Rodri is still recovering from a hamstring issue and not yet available.
Fan Concern Perspective
There is concern over Manchester City's over-reliance on Haaland for goals, especially after their recent loss, and the potential impact of his absence on the team's performance.
- Match
- Carabao Cup fourth round
- Teams
- Swansea City vs. Manchester City
- Date
- Wednesday, October 29, 2025
- Haaland Status
- Potential rest due to a knock; decision to be made after training
- Rodri Status
- Sidelined with a hamstring issue, recovery ongoing
- Man City's League Cup Wins
- Four under Pep Guardiola