3 key battles as Manchester City host Chelsea in the Premier League

Nicolas Otamendi v Diego Costa

Nicolas Otamendi has arguably been City’s best defender so far this season, but he faces a stern test against an in-form Chelsea frontline on Saturday, most notably Diego Costa.

The Spanish international has scored ten league goals already this season, level at the top of the standings with Aguero, and has also laid on four assists for his teammates.

That Chelsea front three of him, Eden Hazard, and Pedro have been in scintillating form in recent weeks, and they are all on the same wavelength, which makes it really difficult to defend against.

However, Otamendi will be charged with trying to keep Costa quiet and frustrated and, although both men have a history of being rash at times, it’s imperative that both keep their emotions in check on Saturday.