Manchester City look to respond positively when they welcome Leeds United later today after enduring two losses in a row against the Magpies in the domestic league and Leverkusen in the Champions League.
Perhaps my expectations exceed their self-belief. This served as a valuable lesson, despite my managerial experience 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 the visiting team.
Leeds hope to also find some form at the home of Manchester City with Farke's role in question. The team are 18th in the table of the Premier League, and after Manchester City, a pivotal week awaits for the German who, only last spring, celebrated promotion from the Championship.
Truthfully, things aren't fun right now; there's plenty of negativity. However, I won't shy away. I was aware of how fervent this club is from the outset. If you're not up for the pressure avoid this job. I never expected this term to be an straightforward journey.
The English top division: Matchday 13 ... the season is moving fast! Will City revive their championship challenge? How bleak will Rob Edwards’s winter be at Wolves? Is Estêvão in line for a start?
Analysts ponder all these talking points and more in our highlights to anticipate this fixture list.
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