Manchester City’s clash with Tottenham will have the Etihad buzzing | OneFootball

Manchester City’s clash with Tottenham this weekend looms as a massive fixture. It looms as a big game in the scheme of the early stages of this Premier League season. Pep Guardiola’s side will be looking to end their four-game losing streak in all competitions. They will also be desperate to pick up three points to restore confidence ahead of a tough run of fixtures. Based on those facts alone there would be a cracking atmosphere at the Etihad on Saturday. But two other reasons should see the City fans up and about for Saturday’s massive fixture.

Firstly, Rodri will return to the Etihad on Saturday. City’s midfield general hasn’t returned home since he injured his knee against Arsenal. But he will also have his Ballon d’Or on hand to celebrate his wonderful achievement with the Manchester City faithful. That will be a special moment. Rodri is City’s first-ever Ballon d’Or winner, so when he is unveiled to the City fans pre-game, he will receive a hero’s welcome. That will be a special moment when it occurs before kick-off.

The other piece of news that will have the City fans up for the occasion is the news of Pep Guardiola’s contract extension. Fabrizio Romano has reported via X that all the documents confirming Guardiola’s contract extension are ready to go. All that awaits is the official announcement from Manchester City. This week’s news was exactly what everyone associated with Manchester City needed. That will filter through to the home crowd at the Etihad on Saturday.

Manchester City’s clash with Tottenham is a massive Premier League clash. It will have an electric atmosphere with Rodri returning home and the news of Guardiola’s contract extension adding to the occasion.