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Published on 2024-02-28 15:06:42
Kevin De Bruyne has warned Manchester City to be cautious of a strong Manchester United performance in their upcoming match on Sunday.
City is currently on an impressive 18-game unbeaten streak, with victories in various competitions including the FIFA Club World Cup. They have also advanced in the Emirates FA Cup and Champions League.
The month of March poses a significant challenge for Manchester City, with matches against top teams like Liverpool and Arsenal.
De Bruyne believes that if they can remain close to the top of the table by the end of March, they will be in a strong position for the remainder of the season.
“Obviously, most of the big games come in March for us and if you are close to the top after March you basically fight to the end in the games that are coming,” said De Bruyne. “We try and get through that as much as possible and see where we are.”
Looking specifically at the Manchester derby on Sunday, De Bruyne is aware of the importance of the match as Manchester United will be seeking revenge for their previous defeat to Guardiola’s side.
Despite City’s recent success, De Bruyne is wary of the potential for a strong performance from their rivals.
“We are doing well, winning most of the games. (Sunday afternoon’s game) is still a derby and I know sometimes they do well when they have been struggling and we will try to give a good performance on Sunday.”
City’s recent victory in the FA Cup fifth round, with a remarkable performance from Erling Haaland and Mateo Kovacic, has further boosted their confidence heading into the Derby. De Bruyne himself put on an outstanding display, providing four assists in the match.
As City prepares for a crucial stretch of games in March, including the Manchester derby, De Bruyne remains focused on maintaining their momentum and securing positive results. The team understands the significance of each match as they strive for success in multiple competitions.
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