Pep's Squad Look to Return to Winning Ways in Top Division, Lionesses Taking the Field
Guardiola Claims Manchester City of Playing with Fear in Leverkusen Loss
Pep Guardiola's side look to respond positively when they welcome Leeds later today after enduring consecutive defeats against Newcastle in the English top flight 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 expected to reinstate those he left out against the German team when facing the visiting team.
Leeds Aim to Improve Performance at City's Home Ground
Daniel Farke's squad are seeking to improve their results at the Etihad Stadium with Daniel Farke’s position in slight jeopardy. His side are 18th in the table of the Premier League, and after Manchester City, a pivotal week looms for the coach who, recently, celebrated promotion from the EFL Championship.
To be frank, the current situation is tough; we face criticism. However, I won't shy away. I was aware of how passionate this organization is from the first day. If you can’t handle the heat don’t become manager of Leeds United. I didn't anticipate this campaign to be an easy ride.
English Football: Week 13 ... How Time Flies!
Premier League: This weekend's fixtures ... where has the time gone? Can Manchester City get their title tilt back on track? 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 round of matches.
Opening
Greetings, soccer fans. A full slate is ahead. Fans, any matchday arrangements for the day? Are you attending a game? Do you feel confident that your side will come out on top this weekend?
Join me as we explore the buildup to today’s matches and as we go through any developing stories and big stories.
