Pep's Squad Aim to Return to Winning Ways in English Top Flight, England Women Taking the Field

The Sky Blues will hope to bounce back when they welcome Leeds United later today after losing back-to-back matches against Newcastle United in the domestic league and Bayer Leverkusen in the European competition.

It's possible I rate them more highly than they do themselves. This served as a valuable lesson, as experienced as I am as a manager I'll carry this insight forward.

The Manchester City manager is likely to recall those he rested against the German team when facing Leeds United.

Daniel Farke's squad are seeking to improve their results at the home of Manchester City with the manager's job in some doubt. His side are in the relegation zone of the English football, and after facing City, a crucial period approaches for the German who, recently, celebrated promotion from the second tier.

I’ll be honest, the current situation is tough; there's plenty of negativity. However, I won't shy away. I knew about how passionate this organization is from the beginning. When the going gets tough don’t become manager of Leeds United. It wasn't my assumption this term to be an straightforward journey.

Top-flight football: The thirteenth round ... the season is moving fast! Can Manchester City get their title tilt back on track? Could it be a tough period for Edwards? Could Estêvão feature from the beginning?

Our writers ponder all these issues and more in our highlights to anticipate this round of matches.

Greetings, soccer fans. A jam packed day awaits. Fans, any football plans for the day? Are you attending a game? What are your expectations that your team will come out on top this round?

Stay tuned as we get stuck in with the lead-up to today’s fixtures and as we report on any latest updates and key events.