Manchester City travel to Manchester United for the derby this weekend with a point to prove following the midweek trip to Southampton.
It was a rare off day for the Blues who saw their chances of winning the quadruple end on the south coast. There is no better occasion to bounce back for City than a trip to Old Trafford.
United are in good form since the World Cup break having not dropped a single point after domestic football's return. Erik ten Hag's men sit just four points behind City so Pep Guardiola will be fully aware of the challenge that lies ahead.