Guardiola: Haaland Fit for Burnley

Pep Guardiola confirmed Erling Haaland is fit and available for Manchester City's home game against Burnley after he came off with back pain in the 1-1 draw with Arsenal and missed the midweek Carabao Cup tie. Mateo Kovacic has returned to training after Achilles surgery and is a 'maybe' as he progresses toward full fitness. Guardiola praised former City right-back Kyle Walker, who returns to the Etihad with Burnley, calling him one of the game's most consistent full-backs. He said City will rotate for cup fixtures while prioritising the Premier League and warned Burnley boss Scott Parker can vary between high pressing and low blocks, requiring his side to adapt. Haaland's availability is a major boost given his early-season scoring form as City seek to improve on seven points from five league games.