Pep's Squad Seek to Bounce Back in Top Division, Women's National Team Taking the Field
Pep States City of Playing with Fear in Leverkusen Loss
Manchester City look to regroup when they host Leeds later today after suffering back-to-back matches against Newcastle United in the domestic league and Leverkusen in the European competition.
Maybe I think higher of them than they think about themselves. It was a good lesson for me, despite my managerial experience this will inform my future approach.
Pep is expected to reinstate those he rested against the German team when facing Leeds United.
Leeds Look to Find Form at Etihad Stadium
The Yorkshire club aim to turn things around at the Etihad Stadium with Daniel Farke’s position in some doubt. His side are 18th in the table of the top division, and after Manchester City, a crucial period looms for the German who, just months ago, earned promotion from the EFL Championship.
I’ll be honest, it’s not very enjoyable at the moment; we face criticism. Yet I'm not avoiding this. I knew about how dedicated this team is from the outset. When the going gets tough steer clear of managing Leeds. I never expected this season to be an easy ride.
English Football: Week 13 ... How Time Flies!
Top-flight football: This weekend's fixtures ... it's passing quickly! Can Manchester City get their title tilt back on track? What challenges await Wolves' manager? Is Estêvão in line for a start?
Experts examine all these issues and more in our 10 things to look out for this fixture list.
Preamble
Hello, football. A full slate awaits. Fans, any soccer activities for the day? Which stadium will you visit? What are your expectations that your team will come out on top this matchday?
Join me as we get stuck in with the pregame to today’s games and as we go through any breaking news and big stories.
