News. Sports. Arts & Entertainment. Politics
Manchester City went into the international break on the back of an important draw against Liverpool. That result sees them just two points behind league leaders Chelsea as they get ready to host Burnley on Saturday.
By beating Sean Dyche’s men, City have a chance to keep the pressure on those above them in the league table. Given how they have been playing, anything less than a win will be considered a disappointment for Pep Guardiola.
Follow paulmbanks
Just before we entered the international break we got to see, arguably, the best match of the Premier League season when Manchester City played Liverpool to a draw. Now, after a couple weeks of rest, the reigning Premier League champions will be back in action when they host Burnley FC on Saturday.
The visitors have had a tough start to the season after failing to win a single match and they find themselves currently in the relegation zone. All signs point to a comfortable win for City here, who have looked dangerous at home.
Follow paulmbanks
Manchester City got a rude awakening in the Champions League as they were completely outclassed in France by Paris Saint-Germain. Now, they have another tough challenge as they travel to Anfield to take on one of their main title rivals, Liverpool.
Pep Guardiola would have been unhappy with how his team could not cope with what PSG threw at them. Unless there is an improvement at the weekend, the Reds have a chance to inflict another defeat. So, what kind of starting XI are City going to have?
Follow paulmbanks
Manchester City will face one of the toughest challenges in the Premier League as they make the trip to Anfield on Sunday to take on Liverpool. In an intimidating atmosphere, it will take a lot from the reigning league champions to get a positive result.
After a crucial win over Chelsea at the weekend, City flattered to deceive against the mighty Paris Saint-Germain. Manager Pep Guardiola would be right in feeling a little anxious as he faces off against one of his major rivals, Jurgen Klopp. But is there any player that could be missing this game? [Read more…]
Follow paulmbanks
Tottenham bounced back in the best way possible on Thursday night, as they got the better of Slovenian side Mura by a 5-1 margin. This was a much-needed return to winning ways for Spurs and they will hope to continue that when they host Aston Villa in the Premier League on Sunday.
Villa have made a good start to the season and beat Manchester United last week which should serve as a warning sign for the north Londoners. So, how will Nuno Espirito Santo respond to this game with his team selection?
Follow paulmbanks
Thursday saw Tottenham claim their first win of September after they got past Mura in the UEFA Conference League. A different kind of challenge awaits them on Sunday as they host Aston Villa, a top flight club who are on a good run of form.
Losing three Premier League games in a row was not what Spurs wanted after they went into the first international break sitting top of the table. But this is an opportunity for Nuno Espirito Santo to pick things up and ensure that this slide does not extend. So, what is their team news looking like ahead of this game?
Follow paulmbanks
Arsenal head to the south coast of England in high spirits after a fantastic derby day win over Tottenham last Sunday. That was their fourth consecutive win and now they will be up against Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday.
There was a lot to be happy about for Mikel Arteta, as last weekend felt like an important moment in the trajectory of the season. How will the Spaniard respond with his team selection for the game against Graham Potter’s men?
Follow paulmbanks
After a really poor start in the Premier League, Arsenal have done extremely well to turn things around now, having won three matches in a row. Last weekend, in the North London derby, they put on a brilliant display and showcased what they are truly capable of.
They now travel to the Amex Stadium to face Brighton & Hove Albion, who have been really impressive this season. With a squad that looks settled and focused, is there any bit of team news that will worry the manager?
Follow paulmbanks
Tottenham come into this week’s UEFA Conference League match against NS Mura facing a lot of tough questions. After losing three straight games in the Premier League, they would welcome the distraction of European football.
It was a day to forget for Spurs as they lost to their arch-rivals on Sunday, and they will be unhappy with how lacklustre their performance was. Manager Nuno Espirito Santo would like to see his team respond with a strong showing on Thursday.
Follow paulmbanks
After starting the season on a serious high, Tottenham Hotspur have found their momentum derailed by three consecutive losses in the Premier League. And the fact that the all the Ls came against London rivals will especially sting them, with Sunday’s defeat to Arsenal hurting the most.
They must use that disappointment as fuel to rebound and succeed on Thursday as they get ready to host Slovenian club NS Mura. Having drawn their first match in the UEFA Conference League, a win here would help improve their standing in the group.
Follow paulmbanks
(Update: Lionel Messi is back in training, and in contention to start tomorrow night)
Manchester City finally got the better of Thomas Tuchel’s Chelsea as they won 1-0 at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, in what was a very high profile league match. Now, they travel to the capital of France to take on the mighty juggernaut Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League.
City put on a dominant display on the weekend against the same team that beat them in the final of last season’s Champions League tournament. That will give them a lot of confidence when they take on the likes of (maybe) Lionel Messi, Neymar and Kylian Mbappe.
Follow paulmbanks
(Update: Lionel Messi is back in training, and in contention to start tomorrow night)
At the fourth attempt, Pep Guardiola and Manchester City were finally able to beat Chelsea under Thomas Tuchel. Now they have another tough challenge waiting for them in France as they play the powerhouse Paris Saint-Germain in Champions League group stage play.
In a repeat of last season’s Champions League semi-final, City will go there knowing what it takes to beat the hosts. But this time the French champions may have the presence of the mighty Lionel Messi, someone who Pep Guardiola will know very well.
Follow paulmbanks
