FA Cup holders Manchester City commence the defence of their title on Sunday afternoon, when Championship strugglers Huddersfield Town travel to the Etihad for a third-round tie.
Pep Guardiola's men begin their latest quest for domestic glory on the back of a four-game winning streak, while the Terriers have lost their last two matches in the second tier.
Since downing bitter adversaries Manchester United to clinch FA Cup title number seven, the Citizens have added European and international accolades to their trophy case in the shape of the Champions League, Super Cup and Club World Cup, and their hitherto faltering Premier League title charge is now firmly back on track too.
On the back of conquering the world in Saudi Arabia, Guardiola's charges have taken six points from a possible six in fixtures with Everton and Sheffield United, easing to a 2-0 victory over the basement-dwelling Blades last weekend thanks to Rodri and Julian Alvarez's efforts.
The reigning Premier League champions still have a five-point gap to make up to leaders Liverpool, although the Reds have played a game more than their northern neighbours, who welcome Huddersfield to town having netted at least twice in each of their last seven games in all tournaments.
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