We've taken four goalkeepers and only six defenders? Feels like an odd decision to me - surely taking Spence along would've made a lot of sense given he can cover two positions and could do with the minutes? Hopefully he's not back out of favour.

Sounds like a strong start for Abbott. Hopefully he has a great season there.

This is the type of thing that frustrates fans. No issues at all with them charging Bentancur but where's the consistency? If they want to stamp this kind of thing out then the punishments need to apply to everybody. Poor yet again from the FA.

Manager says we need to go into every match with our full focus on winning it regardless of opposition and - surprise surprise - some people are moaning. Clearly says he understands derbies mean more to the fans, but that shouldn't affect their approach. And he's 100% correct.

Brentford could easily be two or three up at City here - causing all sorts of problems on the break with Wissa and Mbuemo. Going to be a very tricky game for Spurs next weekend - they're set up perfectly to hit teams quickly on the break.

No Bissouma is a blow but very handy to have Solanke & VDV back. With Odegaard & Rice missing out there's a big opportunity to try to control the midfield. Big game and a chance to record a big win. Hopefully those fine margins go our way this time. COYS.