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The English top flight resumes this weekend following the international break, with managers providing crucial squad updates ahead of the weekend's fixtures.

Anfield Side Encounter Significant Absences

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has revealed that Bradley, Frimpong, and Florian Wirtz will all sit out this round's match against Forest.

Meanwhile, number one goalkeeper Alisson Becker has fully recovered from his recent setback and is ready for selection.

The Liverpool boss admitted that the versatile defender sat out sessions yesterday but will likely be fit for the squad, though he may not be played for the full 90 minutes.

The Clarets Get Good News on Their Striker

Burnley manager Parker has announced that striker Armando Broja may have "dodged a bullet" after suffering an ankle injury while featuring for his national team against the English team.

The 24-year-old left the match on a stretcher, but later assessments have shown the issue is "much less severe than feared."

Scott Parker noted that the forward has trained since Wednesday and could still play against his former club Chelsea on matchday.

Newcastle Injury Reports

St James' Park coach Howe has provided news on several important individuals ahead of their fixture against City.

Anthony Gordon has "trained extensively" to recover from his hip injury and is "a doubt" for the weekend's encounter.

the full-back is "almost ready" after returning from a serious knee issue and is also in the running for the matchday roster.

Pope is "alright" after completing concussion protocols, while the Brazilian and Tonali are both available to take on the visitors.

Upcoming English Football Games

• Turf Moor hosts Chelsea (Saturday 12.30pm GMT)
• Forest visit Anfield (standard kickoff)
• West Ham travel to Bournemouth (standard kickoff)
• Wolves host Palace (standard kickoff)
• Brentford travel to Brighton (afternoon)
• Fulham v Sunderland (3pm)
• City travel to Newcastle (late kickoff)
• Leeds host Villa (Sun afternoon)
• Arsenal v Tottenham (Sun 4.30pm)
• United host Everton (Monday evening kickoff)

Tactical Spotlight on Eddie Howe

St James' Park side could end up in the drop zone if they lose against the champions and other matches around them are unfavorable.

The historical record aren't great for the Newcastle manager, who has been unable to beat Pep Guardiola in numerous past English football attempts.

His record against Pep stands at two stalemates and sixteen defeats from their previous meetings.

"We've improved and without doubt I've seen a huge development from us," said the Clarets coach Parker. "We need to work on small details at this current stage."

The comeback of top flight fixtures comes after a eventful international break that included memorable moments including Scotland's dramatic achievement for the global tournament.