Maresca's First Test in Manchester Derby Against United

Enzo Maresca, the current manager of Manchester City, is set to face his first significant challenge as City visits Manchester United for the Manchester derby on Sunday. Maresca has started his tenure with nine points from nine in the Premier League and a winning start in the Champions League, despite some lackluster performances.

City recently spent a record £460 million on new players, including Enzo Fernandez, Elliott Anderson, and Ayyoub Bouaddi. Erling Haaland has been a standout player, scoring five goals in four games.

In contrast, Manchester United, managed by Michael Carrick, has only garnered four points from their first three matches. Meanwhile, Alvaro Arbeloa, the manager of Fulham, faces pressure after three consecutive defeats, with speculation about his job security as he prepares for a challenging match against Liverpool.

Hull City, newly promoted and unbeaten, will also face Chelsea, who are expected to test their defensive solidity.