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The English top flight kicks off again this matchweek following the FIFA window, with coaches providing vital fitness reports ahead of matchday twelve's games.

Liverpool Encounter Major Unavailable Stars

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has announced that the young defender, Frimpong, and Wirtz will all miss this upcoming fixture against the visitors.

On a positive note, number one goalkeeper Alisson Becker has fully recovered from his recent setback and is ready for selection.

Slot revealed that Joe Gomez sat out training on Thursday but should be available for selection, though he may not be played for the full 90 minutes.

The Clarets Receive Positive Update on Their Striker

Clarets boss Parker has stated that forward Broja may have "dodged a bullet" after sustaining an problem while featuring for his national team against England.

The 24-year-old left the fixture on a medical cart, but later checks have shown the problem is "much less severe than feared."

The Burnley manager added that the forward has trained since recently and could still feature versus his former club Chelsea on Saturday.

St James' Park Side Fitness Reports

St James' Park coach the manager has given news on a number of first-team players ahead of their match against the champions.

the winger has "worked very hard" to get back from his hip injury and is "a doubt" for Saturday's fixture.

Livramento is "very close" after recovering from a knee ligament injury and is also in the running for selection.

Pope is "alright" after following concussion protocols, while Joelinton and the Italian are both available to take on the visitors.

Weekend English Football Matches

• Burnley v Chelsea (Sat lunchtime GMT)
• Forest visit Anfield (standard kickoff)
• West Ham travel to Bournemouth (3pm)
• Wolves v Crystal Palace (afternoon)
• Brentford travel to Brighton (afternoon)
• Fulham v Sunderland (afternoon)
• Newcastle v Man City (5.30pm)
• Leeds v Aston Villa (Sun early kickoff)
• Arsenal v Tottenham (Sun late kickoff)
• United host Everton (Monday night)

Coaching Focus on Howe

The Magpies could potentially be in the bottom three if they suffer defeat against City and outcomes elsewhere are unfavorable.

The historical record aren't great for the Newcastle manager, who has failed to secure victory the City boss in numerous past top flight encounters.

The statistics against Guardiola stands at two draws and 16 losses from their past encounters.

"We've improved and without doubt I've seen a massive improvement from us," commented the Clarets boss Scott Parker. "They're just small details at this current stage."

The comeback of top flight action comes after a dramatic national team period that saw unforgettable moments including the Scottish team's dramatic qualification for the global tournament.