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Why Raheem Sterling is missing from Man City squad vs Brighton

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Raheem Sterling was left out of the Manchester City squad to face Brighton on Saturday as a precaution after feeling soreness in his back.

The England international came off the bench in the midweek win over Club Brugge and was lively, creating several opportunities but being unable to find the back of the net as his club drought stretches on.

Pep Guardiola was encouraged by the form he has shown recently - especially given the No.9 role that he has often taken up is not his preferred role - but was not able to select him against Brighton because of the slight problem.

While enough to rule him out of the game, the injury is not thought to be serious. Guardiola explained to reporters: "Niggles.

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