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Merson: Spurs, Man City and Man Utd have defining games this weekend

September 12, 2026 · Sky Sports

Football analyst Paul Merson has highlighted that Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester City, and Manchester United are all approaching pivotal fixtures in the upcoming slate of matches. Writing in his newest contribution for Sky Sports, he pointed out that these encounters carry critical weight for each club's campaign, despite the competition still being in its opening stages.

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