In 2017, Man City's new manager Pep Guardiola had his first trophy-less season. This season, City has opened the cheque book and made some big name signings, like Kyle Walker, Ederson Moraes, Bernardo Silva and Benjamin Mendy. It's now a must win season for City and Guardiola. Early on are some very tough games against Liverpool and Chelsea and there is bad news for one of their big new signings.

Guardiola is careful to maintain City's incredible run as they enter a relentless run of games over Christmas. Meanwhile, David Silva grapples with unexpected personal issues. Guardiola warns his players about Crystal Palace on New Year's Eve. City later travel to Anfield to play Liverpool, where they have not won for 14 years.