Joelinton is a player who gives his all and he will need to work hard on Saturday as Newcastle look to keep City away from their goal and disturb their possession. He will need to close down the City players and is always likely to give away fouls, often due to his enthusiasm to win the ball back.

This season he has given away 13 fouls from his five games, committing at least one foul in all five and two or more in three.

Against City he has committed at least two fouls in his last 6 meetings and in 10 of his last 11.

Guimaraes is a standout candidate with a history of attracting attention from the opposition. He has a long record of being fouled in the Premier League and has been fouled at least twice in his last 12 league games. Even more impressively, he has drawn at least one foul in his last 30 matches.

This trend continues when facing Manchester City. Last season, in both fixtures against City, he was fouled three times in each game. Given his style of play, where he shields the ball and looks to retain possession, it is no surprise that he frequently draws fouls. He has also earned a reputation for going to ground easily, winning free kicks to relieve pressure and keep possession for his side.

Currently, no player in the Premier League has been fouled more than him this season, a trend that also held true last term. Given his knack for attracting fouls, he is a strong bet to be on the receiving end of a few challenges this weekend.

Tino Livramento has been attracting rash action from opposition players as he aims to assert himself as Kieran Trippier’s successor at right back on Tyneside.

The 21-year-old has been fouled 2.57 times per 90 in the league this season. This bet has landed in each of his six appearances so far this term, including one League Cup game.

Livramento’s running power could be crucial in relieving pressure for the Magpies on Saturday, and he will likely line up against Jeremy Doku – who committed 0.85 fouls per 90 in the Premier League last season.

With Joelinton and Guimaraes lurking it is worth looking into who could draw fouls from the two Brazilians.

Rodri’s absence could see Pep Guardiola put his trust in Rico Lewis, and the versatile 19-year-old has good form for winning fouls.

In 3.5 90s worth of action in the top-flight this season, Lewis has been fouled 2.29 times per 90, he is good in tight spaces and drew five fouls  in City’s 4-1 win over Ipswich Town earlier this term.

2.50 also appeals on Lewis to be fouled twice or more.

Guimaraes is a player who consistently draws attention from opposition players, with a proven track record of being one of the most fouled players in the Premier League. He has been fouled at least twice in each of his last 12 league appearances, and even more impressively, he has managed to draw at least one foul in his last 30 consecutive games.

His tendency to attract fouls is especially evident when he faces Manchester City. Last season, he was fouled three times in both matches against them, a pattern that reflects his ability to hold onto the ball and force players into challenges. Guimaraes’ style, which focuses on shielding the ball and maintaining possession, often sees him go to ground, winning vital free kicks to relieve pressure for his team.

This season, the Brazilian continues to lead the Premier League in fouls won, just as he did last season. His ability to draw contact makes him a candidate to be fouled multiple times. Expect him to find himself on the receiving end of a few challenges in this game.

City could concede despite their quality all over the pitch. So far this season we have seen both Ipswich and Brentford find the net against them. Newcastle are averaging four shots on target per game this season, hitting at least two in four of their five games with the only game they failed to do so was when they were reduced to 10 men in the opening 45 minutes.

City have conceded at least two shots on target in every game apart from their fixture with Ipswich. Ederson has made two or more saves against Chelsea, West Ham, and Brentford. He did not against Arsenal, but this was due to the Gunners being down to 10 men.

Despite this being a short-priced leg, it actually elevates the price of the bet builder from 6.83 to 7.97 so we’re content with a small goals angle onside.

Manchester City have seen both teams score in four of their last five games, with teams like Ipswich, West Ham, and Brentford managing to find the net against them. City’s defence has looked vulnerable, particularly in the absence of Rodri, who is out long term. Rodri’s presence is crucial for City’s success, as they won 76% of matches with him, compared to just 56% when he was missing last season, losing four out of nine games.

Similarly, Newcastle have been involved in high-scoring encounters, with both teams scoring in four of their five games this season. At St James’ Park, they have consistently found the net, scoring in 35 of their last 40 home matches with an average of 2.2 goals per game. Additionally, over 2.5 goals have been seen in 14 of their last 21 home games.

Anthony Gordon is likely to be a key player to watch for fouls. So far this season, Gordon has been fouled 17 times, and at least twice in each of his five matches. His style of play, where he runs at defenders with the ball and at pace, makes him a target for opponents trying to stop Newcastle’s attacks.

Last season, Gordon was frequently fouled, especially at Newcastle’s home ground. He was fouled 36 times in 18 matches there, averaging two fouls per game.