They really can't afford to lose today. If they do it will prove very difficult to reinvigorate the season, and any transfers in January will be recruited less for a push towards playoffs this season and nearer to promotion next; instead it will be yet another relegation battle.
Oh dear how often have City promised only in the last analysis to fail.
I can cope with City failure, after all I have had lots of practice, it's the hope that does me in.