Man City's opening Premier League fixture vs Aston Villa finally rearranged

straight to your inboxManchester City are back in Premier League action on Wednesday evening as they take on Aston Villa.Pep Guardiola's men face Dean Smith's side at the Etihad Stadium, kicking off at 6pm, as they look to continue their impressive form.City are unbeaten in nine league matches and have won five in a row.They have also kept seven clean sheets in their previous nine outings.Sunday's 4-0 victory over Crystal Palace took them to within reaching distance of Manchester United, with a

straight to your inboxManchester City can complete a remarkable turnaround in fortunes on Wednesday as they know they would move top of the Premier League by beating Aston Villa on Wednesday.City were written out of the title race by some only last month, but a run of five straight wins in the league, as part of a wider run of fifteen games unbeaten in all competitions, has pushed the Blues into second in the league.

straight to your inboxManchester City will be again without Sergio Aguero and Aymeric Laporte when they face Aston Villa at the Etihad Stadium tomorrow.But French defender Laporte - who has not played for the Blues since the Carabao Cup quarter-final win at Arsenal before Christmas - could be in line for a return to the side in the FA Cup fourth round tie at Cheltenham on Saturday.Pep Guardiola said that Aguero, who has been self-isolating after coming into contact with someone who tested

direct to your inboxSunday's goalless draw between Liverpool and Manchester United will no doubt have been the result Man City were hoping for in the title race.City can now go top of the league if they win their game in hand, although they currently sit two points behind leaders United.Liverpool sit a point further back in fourth, with Leicester City also level on points with Man City.Yet, with most clubs yet to even reach the halfway point of their fixture list, there is still plenty to play

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United will be looking to stretch their lead at the top of the Premier League as they travel to face Liverpool at Anfield this weekend.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side climbed to first place with victory over Burnley in midweek and could extend their lead if they win on Sunday afternoon.United are winless in their last four Premier League games against Liverpool (D2 L2), their longest run without a win against their rivals since a run of five

direct to your inboxThe Premier League title race is set to take more twists and turns this week as Liverpool host Manchester United at Anfield on Sunday.The top two go head-to-head in a mouthwatering match that should have a significant impact on the race to be crowned Premier League champions. The intrigue is further added to by the fact United and Manchester City are in action this midweek to play their games in hand on Liverpool.

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United will take top spot in the Premier League as long as they avoid defeat by Burnley tonight.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side will be looking to build upon their recent momentum as they make the trip to Turf Moor, having beaten Watford in the FA Cup on Saturday night.United are the only side still unbeaten away from home in the Premier League this season, winning six of their seven games so far.

straight to your inbox every day for freeMatic back?Nemanja Matic's renaissance last year started with his half-time introduction in the semi-final first leg against City. Matic plugged the gaps, scored the winner in the second leg and performed in the Old Trafford league triumph in March.The 32-year-old neutered Wolves winger Adama Traore and was an upgrade on a sloppy Scott McTominay against Aston Villa.

straight to your inboxRoy Keane believes that Manchester City's lack of intensity out of possession has led to their downturn in form this season and think they will regret not signing a striker in the summer.Pep Guardiola's side sit eighth in the Premier League table ahead of their clash with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Sunday. Victory would take them above Chelsea and on to 29 points, four points behind Manchester United and Liverpool, with a game in hand.

straight to your inboxPep Guardiola has told his Manchester City players not to look too closely at a Premier League table that has rivals Manchester United as joint leaders.United moved level with Liverpool on New Year's Day by beating Aston Villa, with City seven points behind the pair albeit with two games in hand.Speaking ahead of City's trip to face Chelsea, Guardiola said he is not surprised to see a club of United's stature back at the top of the table, but warned Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's

straight to your inbox every day for freeAndy Cole has hailed four Manchester United players following the 2-1 win over Aston Villa at Old Trafford.The former United striker was on punditry duties for Sky Sports during the clash and heaped praise on the likes of Bruno Fernandes, Paul Pogba, Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial after the contest.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's men moved up to second in the Premier League level on points with Liverpool thanks to goals from Martial and Fernandes, who

straight to your inbox every day for freePaul Pogba has been accused of telling team-mate Luke Shaw to dive during Manchester United's Premier League victory over Aston Villa. Pogba played a key role as United beat Villa 2-1 at Old Trafford on New Year's Day, winning the penalty that Bruno Fernandes converted to clinch the points.

straight to your inboxMichael Owen has dismissed Manchester United's title credentials and believes Manchester City remain a bigger threat to Liverpool.United moved level on points with the Reds at the top of the Premier League table on Friday night following a 2-1 victory over Aston Villa.

straight to your inbox every day for freeSky Sports pundits Andy Cole and Darren Bent agree that Manchester United deserved to win the key penalty in the win over Aston Villa at Old Trafford.

straight to your inbox every day for free Aston Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz has slammed the decision to award Manchester United a second-half penalty in their win on New Year's Day. United moved level on points with Liverpool in the Premier League after a hard-fought 2-1 win at Old Trafford.

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United moved joint-top of the Premier League table after beating Aston Villa 2-1 at Old Trafford on Friday night.Bruno Fernandes ' second-half penalty made the difference after Paul Pogba was fouled in the area shortly after Villa pulled level. The victory puts United level with Liverpool for at least 72 hours after joining the reigning champions on 33 points ahead of the two sides meeting at Anfield on January 17.

straight to your inbox every day for freeOle Gunnar Solskjaer was 'delighted' with Paul Pogba's performance in Manchester United's vital Premier League win over Aston Villa.Solskjaer retained Pogba, 27, in his side and recalled fellow midfielders Scott McTominay and Fred, pushing Pogba to the left flank in a 4-2-3-1 formation.Pogba flourished in arguably his standout performance of the season but he is angling for a move away from United in the summer transfer window.Despite Pogba supporting his

straight to your inbox every day for free Aaron Wan-Bissaka praised Paul Pogba and Eric Bailly for their performances against Aston Villa. The Manchester United duo led by example as their side dug deep to secure a vital 2-1 win at Old Trafford on New Year's Day.