If Manchester City are to beat Arsenal on Wednesday night, then it will obviously require a big performance from the whole team.
That responsibility will fall particularly on their midfield lynchpin, Rodri. Given his importance both in and out of possession, the 26-year-old Spanish midfielder is the key to shutting down Arsenal and allowing City to play.
Despite Guardiola’s persistent tinkering, Rodri has played every league game bar one and is sure to start against the league leaders. He is an exceptional footballer in almost all areas of the game, and will need to showcase this ability again tonight.
