Chelsea v Manchester City: Sterling leads the line in Aguero's absence

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Pep Guardiola selected Raheem Sterling as Manchester City's attacking spearhead, while Eden Hazard will lead the Chelsea attack.

Raheem Sterling will lead the line for Manchester City in the absence of Sergio Aguero against Chelsea, who start with Eden Hazard playing as a false nine.

Pep Guardiola opted for a pacey attacking trio of Leroy Sane, Riyad Mahrez and Sterling, who celebrated his 24th birthday on Saturday, while Gabriel Jesus had to settle for a place among the substitutes.