Vincent Kompany has returned to the Manchester City starting lineup for their Premier League clash against Newcastle United this afternoon.

The Belgian centre-back has overcome his recent injury problems to start at the Etihad Stadium today, while Yaya Toure also makes his comeback to the City team.

Manager Roberto Mancini has also handed starts to defenders Joleon Lescott and Gael Clichy.

Manchester City: Hart; Zabaleta, Kompany, Lescott, Clichy; Yaya Toure, Barry, Nasri, Silva; Tevez, Dzeko

Newcastle United: Elliot; Simpson, S Taylor, Yanga-Mbiwa, Gutierrez; Anita, Cabaye; Obertan, Sissoko, Gouffran; Cisse