While the injury suffered by Nathan Ake has dominated the headlines there was positive news for Manchester City during the international break. Jack Grealish showed what he is of capable during England’s UEFA Nations League wins over the Republic of Ireland and Finland. The England international looks to be returning to his best form. That is good news for Manchester City and Pep Guardiola for what lies ahead starting this weekend.
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During Manchester City’s 3-1 win over West Ham before the international break, Jack Grealish put in a promising performance. Playing on the left wing his link-up play with Kevin De Bruyne was a feature of City’s win at the London Stadium. The signs from Grealish were positive that he looked set to put a disappointing 23/24 season behind him. Over the international break, he carried that form into England’s wins over the Republic of Ireland and Finland.
What stood out in the two performances was Grealish he looked to have his confidence back. He got himself on the score sheet against the Republic of Ireland. Grealish then followed that performance up with another good display last night against Finland. His ability to drive at England’s opponent’s defence was a highlight of his play. His creativity playing in a more central role appeared to suit his game. Lee Carsley’s faith in Grealish was rewarded with his displays for England. That is also a positive sign for Manchester City.
The hope is now that Grealish can continue his international form for City. If he does that will add another creative option to City’s arsenal. There appears to also be the option of playing Jack Grealish in a more central role now open to Pep Guardiola. That could help the champions on the road ahead based on his displays over the international break.
Jack Grealish showed what he is capable of during the international break. That is positive news for the England international and Manchester City. If his performances for England are a sign of what’s to come from Grealish he could be set for a prominent role in the coming weeks.
