Manchester City Seek to Return to Winning Ways in Top Division, Lionesses Set to Play
Guardiola Claims His Team of Playing with Fear in Defeat to Leverkusen
Pep Guardiola's side will hope to bounce back when they welcome the Yorkshire club later today after enduring two losses in a row against Newcastle United in the Premier League and Bayer Leverkusen in the UCL.
It's possible I rate them more highly than they do themselves. I learned something important, even with my background in coaching it was a good lesson for me for the future.
Guardiola is expected to reinstate those he left out against the Leverkusen when facing Daniel Farke’s side.
Farke's Team Hope to Find Form at Etihad Stadium
Leeds aim to turn things around at the City's ground with Farke's role in question. The team are in the relegation zone of the top division, and after Manchester City, a pivotal week looms for the manager who, only last spring, earned promotion from the EFL Championship.
Truthfully, things aren't fun right now; we face criticism. Yet I'm not avoiding this. I knew about how passionate this club is from the outset. If you can’t handle the heat steer clear of managing Leeds. I didn't anticipate this term to be an easy ride.
Top Flight: Matchday 13 ... How Time Flies!
The English top division: The thirteenth round ... the season is moving fast! Will City revive their championship challenge? Could it be a tough period for Edwards? Is Estêvão in line for a start?
Experts ponder all these talking points and more in our 10 things to look out for this round of matches.
Opening
Hello, football. A full slate is on the horizon. Fans, any soccer activities for the day? Are you attending a game? Do you feel confident that your club will come out on top this weekend?
Stay tuned as we explore the lead-up to today’s fixtures and as we go through any latest updates and major headlines.
