Guardiola Accuses Manchester City of Being Timid in Leverkusen Loss
Pep Guardiola's side look to respond positively when they face Leeds United later today after enduring consecutive defeats against Newcastle United in the Premier League and the German side in the European competition.
Perhaps my expectations exceed their self-belief. It was a good lesson for me, even with my background in coaching this will inform my future approach.
Guardiola is probably bringing back those he gave a break to against the Bundesliga side when facing Leeds United.
Farke's Team Hope to Find Form at City's Home Ground
Daniel Farke's squad are seeking to improve their results at the Etihad Stadium with the manager's job in question. His side are near the bottom of the Premier League, and after this match, a important stretch awaits for the manager who, recently, won promotion from the EFL Championship.
To be frank, the current situation is tough; we’re getting a lot of stick. Yet I'm not avoiding this. I was aware of how passionate this organization is from the first day. When the going gets tough steer clear of managing Leeds. I never expected this campaign to be an straightforward journey.
Top Flight: Matchday 13 ... How Time Flies!
Premier League: This weekend's fixtures ... the season is moving fast! Will City revive their championship challenge? How bleak will Rob Edwards’s winter be at Wolves? And has Estêvão put himself in starting contention against Arsenal?
Analysts consider all these talking points and more in our 10 things to look out for this fixture list.
Preamble
Welcome, everyone. A jam packed day awaits. Supporters, any soccer activities for the day? Which stadium will you visit? How optimistic are you that your team will get the win this matchday?
Follow along as we dive into the buildup to today’s fixtures and as we cover any developing stories and key events.
