Nunes Says He Is Fully Fit—But What Role Awaits Him Against Porto?

CONFIRMED STATEMENT: Matheus Nunes says he has recovered from an ankle problem ahead of Manchester City’s trip to Porto. City’s official report says he had appeared in one of their first four competitive fixtures, playing 33 minutes against Bournemouth.

Nunes told the club’s pre-match press conference that he expects to work mainly at right-back, while recognising that his position can change with the manager’s plan. His fitness statement does not confirm a starting place.

CONFIRMED: Porto host City at 8:00pm WAT on Tuesday 8 September, as listed in City’s match guide.

PITCHNAIJA ANALYSIS: Watch the position of City’s right-back when possession begins. Staying wide can stretch pressure; moving inside can add a passing option. Neither movement is automatically better—the support around it matters.