The best images from our latest session ahead of City's clash with West Ham United.

Gareth Taylor‘s side welcome the Hammers to the Academy Stadium on Sunday 23 April, with kick-off scheduled for 18:45 (UK).

It represents City’s first match since our return from the international break, with an exciting few weeks on the horizon.

With just five WSL matches of the season remaining, we find ourselves in the thick of a four-way title race.

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Indeed, a strong finish to the campaign could help City claim the league crown for the second time in our history, but those ambitions start on Sunday.

And the players returned to the City Football Academy with a spring in their step ahead of West Ham’s visit.

However, those smiles were accompanied by a typical steely determination to ensure we’re fully prepared for the challenges ahead.

Check out the best images from our latest session via the gallery below...