Manchester City Seek to Bounce Back in English Top Flight, Women's National Team Taking the Field

The Sky Blues are aiming to bounce back when they welcome Leeds later today after enduring consecutive defeats against Newcastle in the English top flight and Leverkusen in the Champions League.

Perhaps my expectations exceed their self-belief. It was a good lesson for me, even with my background in coaching this will inform my future approach.

The Manchester City manager is probably bringing back those he gave a break to against the German team when facing Daniel Farke’s side.

Daniel Farke's squad hope to also find some form at the home of Manchester City with Daniel Farke’s position in slight jeopardy. The team are in the relegation zone of the English football, and after facing City, a important stretch awaits for the coach who, just months ago, earned promotion from the EFL Championship.

I’ll be honest, the current situation is tough; we face criticism. But I don’t need to hide. I was aware of how passionate this organization is from the beginning. When the going gets tough don’t become manager of Leeds United. I never expected this term to be an simple task.

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? Is Estêvão in line for a start?

Experts examine all these talking points and more in our highlights to anticipate this round of matches.

Hello, football. A jam packed day awaits. Fans, any soccer activities for the day? Which stadium will you visit? What are your expectations that your team will get the win this round?

Join me as we dive into the buildup to today’s fixtures and as we report on any latest updates and key events.