The Citizens Aim to Return to Winning Ways in English Top Flight, England Women Taking the Field
City's Manager Claims City of Playing with Fear in Defeat to Leverkusen
Manchester City are aiming to respond positively when they host Leeds later today after enduring consecutive defeats against the Magpies in the Premier League and Bayer Leverkusen in the UCL.
Maybe I think higher of them than they think about themselves. It was a good lesson for me, even with my background in coaching it was a good lesson for me for the future.
Pep is expected to reinstate those he rested against the German team when facing Leeds United.
The Whites Look to Find Form at Etihad Stadium
Leeds hope to also find some form at the Etihad Stadium with Farke's role in slight jeopardy. Leeds United are near the bottom of the top division, and after this match, a pivotal week awaits for the coach who, only last spring, earned promotion from the EFL Championship.
I’ll be honest, the current situation is tough; there's plenty of negativity. But I don’t need to hide. I was aware of how passionate this team is from the beginning. If you're not up for the pressure avoid this job. I didn't anticipate this term to be an straightforward journey.
Top Flight: Week 13 ... How Time Flies!
Premier League: The thirteenth round ... where has the time gone? Is a title resurgence possible for City? Could it be a tough period for Edwards? Could EstĂŞvĂŁo feature from the beginning?
Experts consider all these talking points and more in our 10 things to look out for this weekend.
Preamble
Welcome, everyone. A full slate is on the horizon. Supporters, any soccer activities for the day? Are you attending a game? How optimistic are you that your side will come out on top this round?
Stay tuned as we get stuck in with the pregame to today’s matches and as we go through any developing stories and major headlines.
