Sterling Believes Upcoming Matches Will Not Affect Everton's League Performance

Ramiro Funes Mori, John Stones, and Raheem Sterling are set to face each other once again in a crucial Premier League showdown against their former Liverpool winger. The two clubs met in the first leg of their League Cup semi-final at Everton last Wednesday when the Merseysiders got their noses in front thanks to a 2-1 win.

Raheem Sterling, who was a key player for Liverpool before joining Manchester City, believes that playing the same team three times in three weeks will not have a conscious impact on how they prepare for the game. He stated, 'I've never come across the same team as often as this and it is a pretty quick turnaround. Playing a team three times in three weeks will have a role in terms of how you prepare the game but not in a conscious manner.'

The game on Wednesday is crucial for both sides as they aim to secure a top spot in the league table. Sterling emphasized that 'the three points are important in themselves' and that they need to focus on their performance rather than dwelling on past meetings.

Meanwhile, Everton manager Roberto Martinez has urged his players to forget about the cup competition for now and concentrate on securing a win against Manchester City. He believes that the league showdown is more important, with both teams looking to secure a top spot in the table.

With the two sides set to meet again on January 27 to decide who gets to the final at Wembley, there is no room for complacency or distraction. Both teams will be looking to capitalize on their strengths and exploit each other's weaknesses to secure a crucial victory.

In related news, Panini has released its latest collection of soccer memorabilia cards, including rare autographs and relics. The 2018 National Treasures Soccer set features a range of signed inserts, including Triple Signature cards and Dual Jersey Autographs booklet sets. The set also includes low-numbered Bronze, Gold, and Platinum parallels, as well as photo variations with special notations on the back of the card.

The autographed inserts take several forms, with every box containing four autographs. The 2018 National Treasures Soccer checklist includes a full assortment of base cards and parallels, with a chance for a ninth box hit to be a parallel, autograph, memorabilia card, or dual jersey autograph booklet. With 10 cards per box, at least four are expected to be autographs and three should be relics, leaving one additional hit.

Overall, the upcoming matches between Manchester City and Everton promise to be an exciting and intense showdown, with both teams looking to secure a crucial victory in their quest for top spot in the league table.

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