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Telegraph Leads with City Crisis

Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City are facing a crisis after a shock fall from grace, but the Spaniard is determined to dig deep and revive his Champions’ fortunes. According to The Telegraph, Guardiola is ready to put in the hard work to get City back on track after a dismal run of form. The team’s defeat at the hands of FC Twente was a particular low point, and the coach knows he needs to lift his players to turn their season around.

City’s Defeat Sparks Rude Van Nistelrooy’s Fuming

The Sun reports on the drama that unfolded in the match between Southampton and Brighton, where a disputed VAR decision denied Saints’ Russell Martin a crucial win. The usually calm Martin was seen being held back by teammates after the final whistle, his anger simmering after the game-changing call. The decision had a major impact on the match, with Brighton’s point enough to see them leapfrog Southampton in the Premier League table.

Guardiola’s Rebuilding Task at Manchester City

The Times’ exclusive interview with Max Verstappen, four-time F1 World Champion, dominates the sports section, but on the back page, Guardiola’s Manchester City face a rebuilding task to overcome their recent slump. City’s fans are used to seeing their team win big, but the reality of the Premier League table tells a different story. Will Guardiola be able to turn things around, or will City’s woes continue?

Brighton’s Rise to Prominence

Dave Kidd of The Sun talks about Brighton’s remarkable rise to prominence, from playing in the fourth tier to now being second in the Premier League table. Their recruitment policy and ability to find hidden gems have been key to their success, and they may feel that they have blown a chance to get closer to the top after a draw against Wolves. Brighton’s performance against the bottom team, Wolves, was impressive, and they will hope to build on that.

Mason Mount’s Big Revival

Manchester United’s Mason Mount could be set for a big revival under Ruben Amarin, who has been full of praise for the England international. Mount’s struggle to adapt to his new surroundings and injuries have affected his form, but Amarin’s 4-3-3 system seems to suit him well. With his confidence boosted by the coach’s backing, Mount may be about to rediscover his best form.

Guardiola’s Day of Reckoning

The Guardian’s Jonathan Landon writes about Pep Guardiola’s day of reckoning at Manchester City, as the team face a daunting trip to Liverpool. Guardiola has a reputation for being unbeatable, but his current team’s slump has put him under intense pressure. Can he pull off a miracle at Anfield and turn the season around, or will it be too little, too late for City’s Champions’ aspirations?