Pep's Squad Look to Bounce Back in English Top Flight, England Women Taking the Field
Guardiola Accuses His Team of Being Timid in Defeat to Leverkusen
The Sky Blues are aiming to respond positively when they face Leeds United later today after enduring two losses in a row against Newcastle in the domestic league and the German side in the Champions League.
It's possible I rate them more highly than they do themselves. I learned something important, as experienced as I am as a manager this will inform my future approach.
Guardiola is likely to recall those he rested against the Bundesliga side when facing Leeds United.
The Whites Look to Find Form at City's Home Ground
Daniel Farke's squad are seeking to improve their results at the City's ground with Daniel Farke’s position in question. His side are 18th in the table of the Premier League, and after facing City, a pivotal week awaits for the coach who, only last spring, earned promotion from the second tier.
To be frank, things aren't fun right now; we face criticism. But I don’t need to hide. I knew about how passionate this club is from the beginning. When the going gets tough avoid this job. I didn't anticipate this season to be an simple task.
English Football: The Thirteenth Round ... It's Flying By!
Premier League: Matchday 13 ... it's passing quickly! Is a title resurgence possible for City? What challenges await Wolves' manager? Could Estêvão feature from the beginning?
Analysts consider all these issues and more in our highlights to anticipate this round of matches.
Preamble
Greetings, soccer fans. A jam packed day is ahead. Readers, any soccer activities for the day? What ground are you heading off to? What are your expectations that your team will secure victory this weekend?
Follow along as we get stuck in with the lead-up to today’s fixtures and as we report on any developing stories and major headlines.
