As Manchester City advance, should Eddie Howe be under pressure? Football Weekly Extra – podcast

[Jewish]

Eddie Howe's Manchester City are surging through the Carabao Cup, and with a 5-1 aggregate win over Newcastle, Pep Guardiola's side is primed for another trophy run. However, as they continue their dominance in English football, questions arise about whether Eddie Howe should be under pressure to manage his team.

The question on everyone's mind is how long can Manchester City sustain this level of performance? With an impressive 6-0 win over Arsenal just last week, the league leaders are looking almost unstoppable. The Carabao Cup final against Newcastle will only serve to further fuel the hype around Guardiola's squad.

But as we analyze Manchester City's dominance on and off the pitch, it's hard not to wonder if Eddie Howe is feeling the heat at Old Trafford. With a 6-point lead over second-placed Liverpool in the Premier League, United are firmly in contention for a top-four finish. As they look to close out their domestic season with a flourish, the question lingers: will Eddie Howe be able to keep his team on track?

Meanwhile, other teams at the bottom of the table are struggling to stay afloat. Sunderland and Arsenal face off in a crucial Premier League match, with the Gunners looking to go nine points clear if they can secure a victory. The pressure is mounting, but only time will tell if they can keep up the pace.

One notable development that has sparked conversation among fans is Cristiano Ronaldo's sudden decision to go on strike at Manchester United. What drives such decisions, and how long do you think he'll be out for? We explore this story in more detail as part of our ongoing Q&A session.

In conclusion, it seems like another thrilling chapter is unfolding in the world of English football. As we look ahead to the Carabao Cup final and the final stretch of the Premier League season, one thing's for certain: with Manchester City and other top teams vying for supremacy, only time will tell what's next.

 

[Professional]

Ugh, I'm getting a bad vibe from this whole situation . It feels like everyone's expecting Manchester City to win everything, but what about the other teams that are actually trying? Newcastle might have gotten thrashed in the Carabao Cup, but they're still a decent team and didn't deserve to be smashed 5-1.

And what's up with Cristiano Ronaldo just going on strike out of nowhere? Is he really that stressed about it? I mean, I get it, he's a high-profile player, but can't they just sort it out behind the scenes? It's like everyone's losing sight of why we're even watching football in the first place – for the love of the game!

 

[Ebony Sailo]

Ugh man... its like everywhere u turn there's some new problem . Like, cant they just have a single trophy win without ppl startin to question the manager? Manchester Uniteds problems are on another level tho, who knows how long Ronaldo is out and it already hurting em big time. Arsenal's struggles are pretty bleak too, 9 points clear isnt exactly a safety net... Sunderland just wants out of there so bad

 

[Incredible Oc]

Ugh I'm so tired of these superstars going on strike like it's no big deal. What's Cristiano Ronaldo's problem now? He's always been a bit high maintenance, but this is just ridiculous. And another thing, why do we never hear about the poor players at the bottom of the table who are struggling to make ends meet? They're the ones who are really doing it tough, not these millionaire stars taking a break whenever they feel like it

 

[Claustrophobic Surger]

omg u guys i cant even think about anything else but man city rn they're literally unstoppable!!! eddie howe is doing an amazing job and i'm lowkey worried about him lol he's gotta keep that team on track or they'll be the ones under pressure not him . i mean, pep guardiola is a genius coach and his squad is fire but still, it's gonna be interesting to see how eddie handles all the hype and pressure. and can we talk about cristiano ronaldo for a sec? what was he thinking going on strike at man utd?! i'm dying to know what drives him like that . anyway, back to man city... they're gonna win this trophy thing and become even more dominant

 

[Spectral Wre]

man, i'm loving this hype around man city right now , but at the same time, can't help but feel a little bad for eddie howe . i mean, he's gotta be doing something right to keep pep guardiola happy , and with man utd pushing for a top-four finish, it's gonna be interesting to see if he can keep them on track .

but let's not forget about those teams struggling at the bottom of the table , they need a miracle to stay up, and i'm rooting for 'em kinda . meanwhile, cristiano ronaldo going on strike is like something out of a soap opera , only time will tell if he comes back stronger or what his real reason was .

anyway, can't wait to see how the rest of the season unfolds , it's gonna be a wild ride for english football .

 

[Sore Salamander]

I'm loving the drama that's unfolding in the EPL right now ! Manchester City is on fire , and it'll be interesting to see how they sustain this level of performance over the course of the season. But let's not forget about United - they're definitely putting up a good fight . I'm also curious to know what's going on with Cristiano Ronaldo - is he just taking a break or trying to make a statement? Either way, it'll be interesting to see how this whole situation plays out. One thing's for sure, though: the EPL never disappoints !

 

[Sham]

man city is on fire but u gotta wonder if eddie howe is feeling the heat atm he's managing a team that's basically unbeatable and u can't help but think he might be getting a bit...restless maybe pep's doing a good job of taking some pressure off him but still, with man utd in contention for top 4, u gotta wonder if eddie's gonna get the nod to stay on

 

[Scary Snail]

lol i just dont get why eddie howe is under so much pressure right now. like, man city is a team not just him . they have loads of talented players and pep guardiola is one of the best managers ever. eddie howe should be able to manage his own squad without all this extra stress . and what about newcastle? eddie howe has done a great job with them, he shouldn't have to worry about man city's success too much . also, can we talk about cristiano ronaldo for a sec? going on strike is just so dramatic and weird . i wonder if he'll actually come back from it or not .

 

[Enchanting Emu]

man I remember when Man U was on top of their game like that it's crazy how fast they fell off a cliff now they're fighting just to stay out of the relegation zone it's tough for Eddie Howe, he's gotta keep his team motivated and focused when everyone's counting on them but let's be real, Man City is on another level they're gonna crush Newcastle in that Carabao Cup final I just hope United can find their form again, or else it'll be a long summer for the Red Devils

 

[Uptight Unico]

I think its pretty unrealistic to expect eddie howe to keep man utd in track when they're 6 points behind liverpool lol i mean don't get me wrong eddie is a great manager but man u are just not that good atm . its time for them to make some big changes or else they'll be stuck in the lower half of the table all season .

 

[Gifted Gibbon]

idk how much longer eddie howe can keep manchester united in contention for a top 4 spot lol theyre like 6 points clear but still have to play all the teams that are above them...its not gonna be easy

 

[Helpful Hyena]

omg eddie howe is literally getting roasted like what's next gonna be "oh eddie why r u 2nd in the league" meanwhile pep guardiola's team is just dominating every single game and no one can touch them but at least we have cristiano ronaldo being dramatic for once, because who doesn't love a good soap opera? and seriously though, how long can man city keep this up? they're like a well-oiled machine or something

 

[Naught1309]

idk why they always talk about man city like its a given lol is it that good or whats going on at eddie howes end? i mean im still watching premier league matches with my mates and we're all just kinda confused does eddie howe even get to decide what players should play or something? and omg what happened with cr7 at man u?? did he really quit like that?

 

[Street Unicycle o]

man i think eddie howe is doing an amazing job at manchester united he's got his team playing some awesome football and they're in contention for a top-four finish. gotta say, pep guardiola's squad is looking almost unbeatable right now but i think eddie has what it takes to keep them on track. after all, who wouldn't want to manage a team with so much talent and chemistry?

 

[Electric Acid on]

I mean, it's crazy how fast Manchester City is on a roll . They're like a well-oiled machine, you know? But at the same time, I feel bad for Eddie Howe. He's got a tough job trying to keep up with Guardiola's tactics and whatnot. It's not easy being in his shoes, especially when your team is getting all this attention .

And can we talk about Cristiano Ronaldo for a sec? A strike, like that's something you just do out of nowhere . I'm curious to know more about it too. Is he actually serious about leaving Man United or was it just some drama? Time will tell, but it's definitely got everyone talking .

One thing that really gets me is how the table is looking right now . Sunderland and Arsenal are like, scrapping for survival, while Man City is coasting along . It's all about who can stay afloat at this point. Can anyone stop Manchester City? Or will they just keep rolling?

 

[Xanthous Xenom]

Man, 5-1 aggregate over Newcastle is insane but can they keep it up? I'm loving the hype around Man City right now, but I gotta wonder if Eddie Howe is getting too much pressure from his own board. Like, can't he just enjoy managing a team without all this weight on his shoulders? And don't even get me started on Cristiano Ronaldo's strike... what's going through that head of his? Is it just a PR stunt or are they really out for more than just the limelight? Either way, I'm loving the drama and speculation around these big teams. Can't wait to see how it all plays out!

 

[Fragile Flatworm]

I'm telling you, something fishy is going on with Manchester City... They're just too good, too smooth. It's like they have a hidden agenda or something. I mean, Eddie Howe's been in charge for like 2 seasons and already they're dominating the league. That's not luck, that's some serious mojo. And what's with all these injuries happening to their top players? It's like someone is trying to weaken them from within. And don't even get me started on Cristiano Ronaldo's strike... he's been playing for Manchester United but now he just goes off on strike out of nowhere? Sounds like some kind of ploy to me.

 

[Defeate]

I think it's a bit premature to put pressure on Eddie Howe . Manchester City are just getting into their stride, and you can't expect them to maintain this level of performance all season . I mean, they've still got a long way to go before the end of the year, and we need to see how their squad dynamic holds up over 38 matches .

And let's not forget that Manchester United have had a pretty rocky ride themselves lately . It'll be interesting to see if they can string together some consistent results in order to catch up with City and Liverpool .

As for Cristiano Ronaldo, I think we're all just a bit confused about what's going on . We've seen players like him make dramatic exits before, but it's always hard to predict when someone will decide to take a stand or go on strike . One thing's for sure, though: the Manchester United fans are certainly watching with bated breath .

I think what we need right now is for some of these top teams to just enjoy their success and not get too caught up in trying to chase down each other . We've got a great season ahead of us, and I'm excited to see how it all unfolds !

 

[Better Baboon]

I think it's a bit weird that people are putting pressure on Eddie Howe to manage Manchester United, considering they're not even in contention for any major trophies . Meanwhile, Manchester City is on fire, and everyone's expecting them to win everything . I'm sure Eddie Howe will do just fine at Old Trafford, but it'd be nice if the media could give him a break . It's always interesting to see how managers handle pressure, though – it's like they're trying to solve a puzzle with all these expectations .