Manchester City faces an injury crisis as they prepare for Crystal Palace, with Guardiola aiming for a Champions League spot.

Manchester City is grappling with a challenging season as they contend with a slew of injuries to key players, including Erling Haaland, Rodri, John Stones, Manuel Akanji, and Nathan Ake. Despite these setbacks, manager Pep Guardiola remains hopeful about securing a Champions League spot for the upcoming season. Currently, City sits in sixth place in the Premier League, just one point behind Chelsea and Newcastle United, who occupy the fourth and fifth positions, respectively.

In their recent outing, City played to a goalless draw against Manchester United, a match that highlighted their struggles in front of goal. As they prepare to face Crystal Palace, who have shown impressive form lately, Guardiola has acknowledged the challenge ahead. He praised Palace`s manager, Oliver Glasner, recognizing the tactical prowess that his side brings to the pitch.

On the transfer front, City is expected to make significant moves in the summer, particularly with Kevin De Bruyne set to depart at the end of the season. The club is also looking to infuse younger talent into the squad to address its aging profile. Meanwhile, Crystal Palace has received a boost with Chris Richards and Maxence Lacroix available for the match, although they will be without Marc Guéhi and Eddie Nketiah due to suspensions. For more updates, visit the Manchester City Official Website and Sky Sports for Live Commentary.

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