Manchester City Seek to Bounce Back in Top Division, Women's National Team Set to Play
City's Manager Accuses City of Being Timid in Leverkusen Loss
Pep Guardiola's side look to regroup when they face Leeds United later today after enduring back-to-back matches against the Magpies in the English top flight and Leverkusen in the UCL.
Maybe I think higher of them than they think about themselves. This served as a valuable lesson, even with my background in coaching it was a good lesson for me for the future.
Guardiola is likely to recall those he left out against the German team when facing Leeds United.
The Whites Aim to Find Form at City's Home Ground
The Yorkshire club hope to also find some form at the Etihad Stadium with Daniel Farke’s position in some doubt. The team are in the relegation zone of the top division, and after Manchester City, a crucial period approaches for the coach who, recently, won promotion from the Championship.
To be frank, the current situation is tough; we face criticism. But I don’t need to hide. I knew about how fervent this club is from the first day. When the going gets tough steer clear of managing Leeds. I didn't anticipate this campaign to be an straightforward journey.
Top Flight: The Thirteenth Round ... Where Has the Time Gone?
Top-flight football: This weekend's fixtures ... where has the time gone? Is a title resurgence possible for City? Could it be a tough period for Edwards? Could Estêvão feature from the beginning?
Analysts ponder all these talking points and more in our highlights to anticipate this fixture list.
Introduction
Hello, football. A busy schedule is on the horizon. Fans, any soccer activities for the day? Are you attending a game? Do you feel confident that your side will secure victory this round?
Join me as we explore the buildup to today’s fixtures and as we report on any breaking news and big stories.