"Starting with the hosts, while Manchester City might have got the new campaign underway with a routine 4-0 romp away at Wolves on August 16th, Pep Guardiola's superstar squad have come crashing back down to earth in a worrying fashion. Last seen heading into September's international break with a last-gasp collapse against Brighton as they eventually fell to a 2-1 defeat, the Sky Blues have suffered consecutive Premier League defeats for the first time this calendar year."
"Likewise, yet to make a single appearance so far this season, Guardiola's side are once again sweating over the fitness of ex-Chelsea midfielder Mateo Kovacic. Bagging what turned out to be a consolation strike against Brighton prior to September's international break and recording three goals in as many Premier League appearances, the record-breaking Erling Haaland will lead the line this weekend."
Local bragging rights will be contested as Manchester City host Manchester United at the Etihad. Manchester City opened the campaign with a 4-0 win at Wolves but then suffered consecutive Premier League defeats, including a last-gasp 2-1 loss to Brighton and a 2-0 home defeat by Tottenham. Manager Pep Guardiola is under scrutiny as the club seeks a response. Rayan Cherki will miss a couple of months with a muscle injury and Mateo Kovacic’s fitness is uncertain. Erling Haaland has scored three goals in three league appearances and will lead the line. Manchester United recorded a rollercoaster 3-2 home victory.
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