Main news from English football on 8th December

On the day when Postecoglou said his Tottenham team will stick to their attacking principles despite a damaging run of results that has caused a tumble down the Premier League table, Pep Guardiola claimed City's recent Premier League slump has delivered a much-needed reality check. Meanwhile, Erik ten Hag said it is up to Marcus Rashford to force his way back into the Manchester United side after he was dropped for the midweek win against Chelsea. Elsewhere, Arteta said he will continue to show passion on the touchline despite landing himself with a ban for Arsenal's trip to Villa.