It was a bitterly cold day at the City Football Academy, but there is no reprieve with the title fight heating up.

Only four points separate the top five, which includes City and Sunday’s visitors Tottenham.

While Spurs have lost their past three Premier League games, Pep Guardiola expects another tough challenge at the Etihad Stadium, which kicks off at 16:30 (UK).

The City manager praised new manager Ange Postecoglou and his bold approach since his arrival in the summer.

And he was putting his team through their paces in preparation for what he expects will be a thrilling match.

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