Understanding Guardiola's attacking approach against Chelsea reveals exactly what Maresca's defensive structure must solve on Sunday. City's attacking system at its most effective: Ederson as the first midfielder: City's build-up begins with Ederson. His long diagonal to Savinho or a switch to the far side sets City's wide game in motion. Chelsea must press this intelligently without leaving space behind. Savinho on the right: City's most direct threat at Stamford Bridge will likely come down their right side. Savinho's pace against Cucurella is the matchup Guardiola will target. The wide dribble, the cutback, the shot on the reverse foot — Chelsea must stop this without fouling. Bernardo Silva and Foden in the half-spaces: these two players look to receive in the pockets between Chelsea's midfield and defensive lines. When they do, their quick passing and movement creates the final-third combinations that lead to City's goals. Rodri's distribution: after winning the ball or receiving under pressure, Rodri's first pass tends to be progressive and precise. Chelsea's press will try to prevent him from receiving cleanly — but if Rodri gets time on the ball, the game flows City's way. Set pieces as a weapon: Haaland at corners is a specific threat. Chelsea's defensive set-piece organisation will be one of the week's most intensively practised aspects. 📅 Sun 12 Apr, 07:30 UTC | Stamford Bridge 🏆 GW30 | City's Attacking Blueprint