Manchester City Seek to Regain Form in Top Division, Lionesses in Action
Pep Accuses His Team of Playing with Fear in Defeat to Leverkusen
Manchester City are aiming to bounce back when they face Leeds United later today after suffering consecutive defeats against Newcastle United in the Premier League and Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League.
It's possible I rate them more highly than they do themselves. It was a good lesson for me, even with my background in coaching this will inform my future approach.
Guardiola is expected to reinstate those he gave a break to against the Bundesliga side when facing Daniel Farke’s side.
Farke's Team Look to Regain Momentum at City's Home Ground
The Yorkshire club hope to also find some form at the Etihad Stadium with Farke's role in question. The team are 18th in the table of the English football, and after Manchester City, a important stretch awaits for the coach who, only last spring, earned promotion from the Championship.
Truthfully, things aren't fun right now; there's plenty of negativity. However, I won't shy away. I understood how passionate this club is from the first day. When the going gets tough avoid this job. It wasn't my assumption this campaign to be an easy ride.
English Football: Matchday 13 ... Where Has the Time Gone?
Premier League: The thirteenth round ... where has the time gone? Can Manchester City get their title tilt back on track? What challenges await Wolves' manager? Could Estêvão feature from the beginning?
Analysts consider all these topics and more in our 10 things to look out for this weekend.
Introduction
Hello, football. A jam packed day is on the horizon. Supporters, any matchday arrangements for the day? Are you attending a game? How optimistic are you that your side will get the win this round?
Join me as we explore the lead-up to today’s games and as we go through any latest updates and big stories.