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Manchester City's players returned from two days off yesterday to begin preparations for Saturday's trip to Newport.

Pep Guardiola gave his players the time off after a gruelling schedule over the last two months, and they looked fresh in pictures published by City as they resumed training yesterday.



The team will now look forward to the tie against League Two Newport, where Guardiola must decide whether to field a strong team or rotate the pack and play some youngsters.



The likes of Phil Foden, Aro Muric and Philippe Sandler were pictured taking part in training, and could play on Saturday evening.

However, the state of the pitch at Rodney Parade will be a key factor in the game, and City must develop a plan to play differently to their usual passing style.

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