Man Citys Rodri to miss Villarreal, Villa games, says Guardiola

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Soccer Football - Premier League - Arsenal v Manchester City - Emirates Stadium, London, Britain - September 21, 2025 Manchester Citys Rodri reacts during the match Action Images via Reuters/Matthew Childs

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Manchester City will be without midfielder Rodri for matches against Villarreal and Aston Villa this week as the Spanish midfielder continues his recovery from a hamstring injury, manager Pep Guardiola said

The 29-year-old, who missed most of last season recovering from a major knee injury, limped off in the first half of Citys 1-0 win at Brentford on October 5 before withdrawing from the Spain squad for their World Cup qualifiers.

He also missed Citys 2-0 home win over Everton on Saturday.

I dont think so for Villarreal or Aston Villa, Guardiola told British media. Its not long, but its muscular and you have to be careful.

Weve tried so many times, weve tried to not take a risk, but we have not been able to (manage) that. So we will see.

City travel to Rodris former club Villarreal on Tuesday in the Champions League before facing Villa in the Premier League on Sunday.

Guardiolas side are second in the league on 16 points after eight matches, three points behind leaders Arsenal. REUTERS