Pep's Squad Seek to Return to Winning Ways in Top Division, Lionesses in Action
City's Manager States Manchester City of Playing with Fear in Leverkusen Loss
Manchester City are aiming to respond positively when they welcome Leeds United later today after enduring consecutive defeats against Newcastle United in the domestic league and Leverkusen in the Champions League.
Perhaps my expectations exceed their self-belief. This served as a valuable lesson, 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 the visiting team.
Farke's Team Look to Improve Performance at City's Home Ground
The Yorkshire club hope to also find some form at the City's ground with Farke's role in question. Leeds United are 18th in the table of the top division, and after facing City, a crucial period approaches for the German who, recently, celebrated promotion from the EFL Championship.
Truthfully, things aren't fun right now; we’re getting a lot of stick. Yet I'm not avoiding this. I was aware of how passionate this club is from the beginning. When the going gets tough avoid this job. I didn't anticipate this campaign to be an easy ride.
English Football: The Thirteenth Round ... How Time Flies!
Top-flight football: Matchday 13 ... where has the time gone? Will City revive their championship challenge? Could it be a tough period for Edwards? Could Estêvão feature from the beginning?
Experts ponder all these topics and more in our 10 things to look out for this round of matches.
Introduction
Hello, football. A full slate is ahead. Fans, any football plans for the day? Are you attending a game? Do you feel confident that your side will come out on top this round?
Follow along as we get stuck in with the lead-up to today’s matches and as we go through any breaking news and key events.