Pep Guardiola confirms two key Manchester City players will miss Arsenal clash
Walker was captaining England when he was forced off in the 19th minute of the Three Lions' 1-0 friendly defeat to Brazil last weekend with a hamstring injury.
Stones, meanwhile, played the full 90 minutes against Brazil, but he lasted only 10 minutes in England's 2-2 draw with Belgium after sustaining a groin problem.
Reports earlier this week suggested that Man City were hopeful that Walker would be fit and available for Sunday's clash with Arsenal.
However, both the 33-year-old and Stones were notable absentees from first-team training at the City Football Academy on Thursday.
Pep Guardiola issues injury update on six players ahead of Arsenal clashAhead of Sunday's contest, Guardiola addressed the media at a press conference on Friday to confirm that Walker and Stones will not be involved against Arsenal.
«Kyle's [injury is] more tough than John's, but they will be out,» said Guardiola. «I don't know for how many games.»
Asked how he felt about Stones starting in both of England's friendlies, Guardiola simply replied: «I haven't got any comments about that».
There were also concerns over a third Citizens defender in the form of Manuel Akanji, who picked up a knock on international duty with Switzerland and was forced to withdraw from their squad earlier this week.
However, Akanji was fit to take part in team training on Thursday and Guardiola has since confirmed that he is «okay» to feature on Sunday.
Meanwhile, Guardiola has revealed that goalkeeper Ederson is feeling «much better» and star playmaker Kevin De Bruyne could also be in contention to feature
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