Man City vs Brentford LIVE early team news and Erling Haaland latest plus how to watch

Manchester City will assess Erling Haaland's ability to play against Brentford this afternoon after the sad passing of a close family friend this week.

Pep Guardiola says City will give Haaland time off if he requires it and that the striker will be assessed 'mentally and physically' to determine if he can face Brentford.

Nathan Ake will definitely be out after picking up a muscle injury on international duty, but Phil Foden and Savinho are in line to return after illness and injury issues, while Rodri could be in line for his first appearance of the season for City.

City have not lost at home since Brentford were victorious in November 2022 - 44 games ago - although they did edge past Thomas Frank's side last season in the Premier League. Guardiola joked he wished he hadn't been reminded of Brentford's last win at the Etihad, but remarked that the 22-month unbeaten run is a reflection of how strong his side are in all departments.

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Hello, and welcome to coverage of today's Premier League clash between City and Brentford.

We'll bring you all the team news, live match updates and analysis throughout the afternoon as City look to maintain their 100 per cent start to the season.

City look in good knick this season and should have a strong squad today - but Pep Guardiola knows there is never an easy game against Brentford, with Thomas Frank's side in fact the last side to beat the Blues at the Etihad back in November 2022.