When the Premier League returns this weekend, fans will be eagerly waiting to see what happens next for Manchester City. The club are aiming to win the title for the fifth time in a row, but Rodri’s injury has ruled him out for the rest of the campaign.

Rodri’s absence means the Citizens have lost one of their key players, who has helped them become one of the toughest teams to in Europe over the past two years.

After Rodri was forced off, Manchester City were held to a 1-1 draw by Newcastle, before narrowly winning 3-2 at Fulham. In both games, opponents had more chances to Manchester City’s goal, suggesting Rodri’s absence had a major impact on the reigning champions’ style of play.

Premier League history has seen seasons where injuries to a star player (or players) have been pivotal in the title race. Here are some of the most notable examples.