Manchester City will look to carry on their unbeaten start to the season when they take on high-flying Watford at Vicarage Road.
The visitors go into this game off the back of an impressive week, which started with a fantastic performance against title rivals Liverpool in a 5-0 win before their recent 4-0 victory away to Feyenoord in their first Champions League game of the season. City’s opponents Watford have also had an unbeaten start to the season under new boss Marco Silva. The Hornets managed to get an impressive 2-0 victory away to Southampton and will be looking to carry on their good form.
The last time both sides faced off was at the end of last season, when City confirmed their Champions League place after smashing their opponents Watford 5-0 at the same venue. Sergio Aguero scored a brace, with Vincent Kompany, Fernandinho and Gabriel Jesus the other scorers. The Hornets will want revenge for that humiliation, and will be more organised defensively to try to deal with City’s ruthless attack. Marco Silva will also be looking for his own back on Pep Guardiola after his Hull side lost 3-1 to the Citizens at the Etihad Stadium.
A win for City will put them to the top of the table, until Manchester United play on Sunday. Three points at this stage of the season will be crucial for Guardiola’s men to carry on their momentum.
Here’s how we think Pep Guardiola will set out his team for the game.
