The Apocalyptic showdown. On match day 6 of 38? Ryan Duggins

Unlike the last meeting between Manchster City and Chelsea, this tie has been shrouded in football based hype and discussion that is sometimes completely overstated, but we love it anyway. The world of football will be routing for the Sky Blues to reassure us that the premiership isn't a monotonous championship, with everyone outside of the Fulham Broadway tube station fighting for second place. But these are the same people that are protesting that Chelsea have not been tested yet.

So where should public opinion be? Well, Chelsea are already four points clear at the top of the premiership, with just five games gone, which is impressive. But it is only that. It's a five-game winning streak that has happened at the start of the season, against teams that they were expected to beat anyway. So why all the commotion? Pundits are even beginning to suggest that Manchester City will act as the salvation of our thoughts, bringing the title back from Chelsea. It's five games in for crying out loud.

For some reason, when people look at the table they say about Liverpool 'Well, give Hogdson time. He's got a lot of football to play', but they don't say that in regards to Chelsea's campaign. Now, I am not suggesting that Chelsea are bound to fall at some stage, and I can come to some agreement that we may be witnessing the start of what could be something special. But it would only be an agreement with unbelievable reserve, as we haven't even dipped our toe into October yet.

As to the game itself. Much has been said about Mancini's defensive mentality this season, but they are capable of trouncing teams as well as grinding out results, as they showed against Liverpool and Wigan respectively. David Silva ripped apart Chelsea in the Champion League a few seasons back, and with Tevez hustling the back line, there will be opportunities for Silva. With both teams cramming the centre with big, bulky men, there will be a few collisions I can promise you.

Adam Johnson Vs Ashley Cole, Tevez Vs Terry, Essien Vs De Jong. Ooooft it's gonna be a good one, but whatever the final score, remember to look in front and gaze into a long and spinning road where anything can happen in the space of 8 Months.