Matheus Nunes
MCIPortugal
Right
Aug 27, 1998
27
6'0"
172 lb
RB
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Balanced Full Back
Man CityDelivers one assist in win
Matheus Nunes assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Wolverhampton. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 71st minute.
Analysis: Nunes provided an assist with a precise cross for Omar Marmoush against Wolverhampton on Saturday, while also recording one key pass and one tackle. The right-back returned to the starting lineup after missing two matches across all competitions due to illness and remains a clear first-choice option, having started 18 of his 20 Premier League appearances this season, with one goal and four assists during that span.
Starting in return
Nunes (illness) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Wolves.
Analysis: Nunes starts at right-back for Saturday's clash against Wolves after recovering from the virus that forced him to miss the last two matches across all competitions. He is cleared in time to return directly to the starting lineup. His availability pushes Rico Lewis back out of the XI.
Late call against Wolves
Nunes (illness) is still dealing with a virus and will be a late call for Saturday's clash against Wolves, coach Pep Guardiola said in the press conference. "Matheus [Nunes] had a virus, I don't know [if he can play against Wolves] we'll see with the doctor."
Analysis: Nunes seems to be still dealing with the virus that made him miss the last two games across all competitions. The right-back will likely be a late fitness call for Saturday's clash against Wolves if he can recover in time to be part of the squad. If he had to miss the call, Rico Lewis will likely start again in the backline for the Citizens.
Hopes to return against Wolves
Nunes won't travel with the squad for Tuesday's Champions League clash against Glimt as he still recovering from the flu at home, according to City Xtra.
Analysis: Nunes will miss Tuesday's Champions League clash against Glimt as he is still recovering from the flu at home. The club is positive about his return for Saturday's clash against Wolves in the Premier League. Until then, Rico Lewis is expected to start in the backline for Manchester City.
Ruled out with illness
Nunes is ruled out for Saturday's derby against Manchester United due to illness, coach Pep Guardiola said to the media, according to Simon Bajkowski from Manchester Evening News.
Analysis: Nunes is dealing with a flu and is not available for the derby against Manchester United. The versatile midfielder will hope to recover in time for Tuesday's clash against Glimt in the Champions League. Rico Lewis is the one starting against the red devils and should replace Nunes in the backline until he returns.
Assist from defense
Nunes assisted once to go with two crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 victory over Crystal Palace.
Analysis: Nunes came up with the opening assist Sunday, linking up with Erling Haaland in the 41st minute for the opening goal. This is his third assist of the season, all of which have come despite lining up at right-back, typically a midfielder in past seasons. He would also add an interception, two tackles won and five clearances in defense.
Earns assist
Nunes assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 victory over Leeds United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 55th minute.
Analysis: Nunes would be the first full-back of the match for City to earn a goal contribution Saturday as both helped the team to goals, with the Portuguese player finding Phil Foden in the first minute. This is Nunes' second assist in his past three league appearances, now with two in 11 appearances (nine starts). He also has one goal on the season, hoping to top the seven he earned in 26 appearances (19 starts) last campaign.
Assist from defense
Nunes assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-0 victory versus Liverpool.
Analysis: Nunes would enter the field at right-back Sunday, starting his seventh match in a row while recording two tackles won, two interceptions and six clearances in the defense. He would also earn an assist, finding Erling Haaland in the 29th minute for the opener. This is his first assist of the season, now with two goal contributions in nine league appearances.
Continues at right-back
Nunes recorded one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 loss against Aston Villa.
Analysis: Nunes would work his way into a starting role once again Sunday, a fourth straight start for the midfielder, all of which coming at right-back. His performance was decent, notching a shot and a cross in the attack to go along with one clearance, two tackles won and four interceptions in the defense. It seems to be his role to lose for now, although Abdukodir Khusanov (foot) could change that narrative once he returns.
Nets decider
Nunes scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Saturday's 5-1 victory versus Burnley.
Analysis: Nunes would find the back of the net Saturday in the 61st minute, with his goal deciding the game despite City pouring on three more goals. This was his first goal of the season, also being his first goal contribution after four appearances. He has only started in two of those appearances, competing with Rico Lewis and Abdukodir Khusanov (foot) for time at right-back.
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