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Man City line-up vs Ipswich Town predicted as Erling Haaland decision made

Manchester City welcome newly promoted Ipswich to the Etihad Stadium as the Blues aim for seven Premier League victories in a row

By Jack Flintham · Manchester Evening News

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 3:30 AM

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Jack Flintham predicts Erling Haaland will start for Manchester City against Ipswich Town despite needing eventual rest.
Manager Enzo Maresca is projected to keep the defence featuring Abdukodir Khusanov, Marc Guehi, and Josko Gvardiol.
Iliman Ndiaye and Rayan Cherki are tipped to start in attack alongside Jeremy Doku.

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Manchester Evening News reporter Jack Flintham has predicted Manchester City's starting lineup for their Premier League match against Ipswich Town, expecting striker Erling Haaland to start despite manager Enzo Maresca mentioning the forward will eventually need a rest.

The predicted lineup also suggests starting roles for Rayan Cherki and Iliman Ndiaye in attack, while Antoine Semenyo may drop to the bench. At the back, Maresca is predicted to start Matheus Nunes, Abdukodir Khusanov, Marc Guehi, and Josko Gvardiol, potentially resting captain Ruben Dias.

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Man City line-up vs Ipswich Town predicted as Erling Haaland decision made

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