Soccer News

Haaland (strain) is in question for Sunday's match against Nottingham Forest, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "I prefer to have Erling at my disposal than to have it (the squad without him). I spoke with him, and he says he feels better, I don't know."

Paulista suffered an ankle sprain during Wednesday's training session and won't play Saturday against Athletic Club.

Lemar (Achilles) won't play Saturday against Athletic Club on Saturday, Chema Fuente of Mundo Deportivo reports.

Morata (illness) took part in full training Friday and is expected to be available for Saturday's game against Athletic Club, Joaquin Anduro of El Desmarque reports.

Rodrygo (illness) is not in the squad list to face Real Sociedad on Friday.

Timber (knee) could return for Sunday's trip to Tottenham, according to manager Mikel Arteta. "We have to make that decision tomorrow after the training session. He's very close, I don't know if this is too early, but he's very close now."

Sane (pelvis) begun training on the grass ahead of Tuesday's UCL clash with Real Madrid, per manager Thomas Tuchel. "We have to wait and see whether there is enough for Tuesday. He's currently doing his first individual training, so you can't make any predictions."

Upamecano (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's match against Frankfurt, according to manager Thomas Tuchel. "Dayot Upamecano sprained his ankle in training, he will be questionable for tomorrow. We'll have to wait and see because of the ankle."

Sabitzer didn't take part in training Thursday, Ruhr Nachrichten reports.

Mendy will not be an option for Friday's match against Real Sociedad, according to manager Carlo Ancelotti. "Mendy won't be there tomorrow, but it's fine. I prefer him to stay at home to prepare for the Champions League match."

Rodrygo is questionable for Friday's match against Real Sociedad due to an illness, according to manager Carol Ancelotti. "Bellingham had a stomach problem tonight and Rodrygo has the flu. They have stayed at home today, but hopefully, they will be available tomorrow."