Manchester City receives injury boost as Rodri, Haaland return to training

Manchester City have received significant injury boosts as both midfielder Rodri and striker Erling Haaland have returned to training following their respective long-term injuries. Rodri, who suffered an ACL injury in September, has been gradually reintegrating with the team and was recently seen participating in open training sessions, though there is no set timeline for his competitive return, with the Club World Cup this summer considered a realistic target. Haaland, sidelined with an ankle injury since March, also confirmed his return to training via social media, providing hope for his availability in City's upcoming fixtures. The return of these key players comes as City aim to secure Champions League qualification and pursue the FA Cup, with recent tactical adjustments helping the team cope in their absence. However, defenders Nathan Ake and John Stones remain sidelined, leaving some areas of concern for manager Pep Guardiola. Guardiola is expected to provide further updates on player availability ahead of their next Premier League game.