Raphael Varane’s catastrophic defensive errors will dominate headlines, but Manchester City were rewarded for their intense pressing from the front against La Liga champions Real Madrid. What were five talking points here, as Pep Guardiola’s men booked their place in next week’s Champions League quarter-finals?
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Manchester City’s Pep Guardiola urges fan caution, provides fitness update
Pep Guardiola spoke in a brief interview today, as his players continued their socially-distant training sessions today. He revealed they have returned in “perfect” condition, with transfer-linked Leroy Sane among those who featured. Continue reading
Norwich City 3-2 Manchester City: 5 Talking Points
Goals from Kenny McLean, Todd Cantwell and Teemu Pukki helped Norwich to a dramatic 3-2 win over Premier League champions Manchester City, who missed great chances while an inexcusable Nicolas Otamendi mistake saw them lose their first league game since January.
Laporte sidelined, Manchester City linked with Inter’s Milan Skriniar
With Manchester City’s Aymeric Laporte sidelined until the New Year after successful knee surgery, Pep Guardiola is reportedly targeting a move for Inter Milan centre-back Milan Skriniar this coming winter. Continue reading
Vincent Kompany: A colossus, model pro and future City boss
It’s been over a month now since he revealed the inevitable. After 11 years of service, countless accolades and an ever-increasing trophy cabinet, Manchester City defender and captain Vincent Kompany will officially depart for pastures new tomorrow morning. Continue reading
Netherlands 3-1 England: 5 Talking Points & Tactical Analysis
Here’s a look at five talking points, as the Netherlands earned a 3-1 (AET) win over England to book their place in Sunday’s Nations League Final against Portugal…
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AFC Bournemouth 0-1 Manchester City: 5 Talking Points
Five talking points, as substitute Riyad Mahrez’s strike proved enough for defending champions Manchester City during a hard-fought win vs. Bournemouth.
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Everton 0-2 Manchester City: Laporte and Jesus score as Citizens reclaim top spot
Stoppage-time strikes in either half from Aymeric Laporte and substitute Gabriel Jesus ensured Manchester City returned to the Premier League summit, after Liverpool’s 1-1 draw with West Ham on Monday. The 2-0 home defeat means Marco Silva’s Everton now have 11 league losses this term, including four in 2019.
City 3-1 Arsenal – Analysis: Fernandinho impresses in new role, Emery’s clear bench issues
Manchester City returned to winning ways with a 3-1 win over Arsenal on Sunday and if not for Bernd Leno’s important saves, it could’ve ultimately been a more dominant scoreline at the Ethiad. Here are two key talking points – one from each perspective – as the defending champions closed the gap on Liverpool to four points. Continue reading
Manchester City 3-1 Arsenal: Aguero hat-trick as Citizens cruise to win
Sergio Aguero scored his 10th Premier League hat-trick as Manchester City cruised to a comfortable victory over Arsenal, closing the gap on leaders Liverpool back to two points.
England are through Group G, but can Three Lions roar in knockout rounds?
England, for all the quality within their ranks, have been consistent underachievers on the international stage. Despite this though, there is a surge in belief across the country. The Three Lions are finally starting to justify their hype. Led by a manager in Gareth Southgate who is providing them opportunities to play freely, they have responded by becoming a collective unit.
England 6-1 Panama: Clinical Lions record biggest ever World Cup win
Despite an early scare, England racked up the goals in a 6-1 thrashing over Panama – sealing their place in the last-16 while simultaneously sending the south Americans home.
Harry Kane netted a hat-trick, there were two for a surprise goalscorer while Jesse Lingard also got on the scoresheet. All eyes are focused toward Belgium next week, with top spot in Group B still up for grabs. Continue reading