Pep's Squad Aim to Return to Winning Ways in English Top Flight, Women's National Team Taking the Field
Pep Claims City of Showing Apprehension in Defeat to Leverkusen
The Sky Blues are aiming to regroup when they welcome the Yorkshire club later today after losing two losses in a row against the Magpies in the domestic league and Leverkusen in the European competition.
Perhaps my expectations exceed their self-belief. This served as a valuable lesson, as experienced as I am as a manager this will inform my future approach.
The Manchester City manager is likely to recall those he left out against the Bundesliga side when facing the visiting team.
The Whites Look to Find Form at Etihad Stadium
Daniel Farke's squad hope to also find some form at the City's ground with Farke's role in question. Leeds United are near the bottom of the top division, and after this match, a pivotal week looms for the manager who, just months ago, earned promotion from the EFL Championship.
I’ll be honest, things aren't fun right now; we’re getting a lot of stick. However, I won't shy away. I was aware of how passionate this organization is from the beginning. When the going gets tough steer clear of managing Leeds. I didn't anticipate this term to be an easy ride.
Top Flight: Matchday 13 ... How Time Flies!
Top-flight football: This weekend's fixtures ... it's passing quickly! Is a title resurgence possible for City? Could it be a tough period for Edwards? Could Estêvão feature from the beginning?
Our writers ponder all these talking points and more in our highlights to anticipate this weekend.
Preamble
Hello, football. A busy schedule is on the horizon. Fans, any football plans for the day? Which stadium will you visit? Do you feel confident that your side will get the win this round?
Follow along as we get stuck in with the lead-up to today’s fixtures and as we go through any latest updates and major headlines.
