UEFA has launched an investigation after Manchester City striker Khadija Shaw was struck by an object during her team’s Women’s Champions League victory against Hammarby. Shaw played a pivotal role in City’s 2-1 win at Stockholm Arena on Thursday, scoring a goal in each half to secure the team’s place in the quarter-finals with two … Read more
Premier League clubs have voted to implement changes to the rules governing commercial agreements, despite opposition from Manchester City, Newcastle United, Nottingham Forest, and Aston Villa. During a meeting held in London on Friday, the clubs spent less than 30 minutes approving amendments to the Associated Party Transaction (APT) regulations. The vote saw 16 clubs … Read more
Manchester City midfielder Rodri has sparked debate in the football world with his recent comments about Cristiano Ronaldo, suggesting the Portuguese icon lacks the natural talent of Lionel Messi. Speaking on the Spanish television program El Hormiguero on Wednesday, Rodri, who is currently recovering from knee surgery, weighed in on the long-standing GOAT (Greatest of … Read more
Aston Villa owner Nassef Sawiris has announced that the club will join Manchester City in opposing proposed amendments to Premier League rules on commercial agreements. On Friday, Premier League clubs are set to vote on changes to the Associated Party Transaction (APT) regulations during a league meeting. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As … Read more
Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk has declared that Victor Osimhen is currently outperforming Manchester City star Erling Haaland. While Haaland is widely regarded as one of the world’s top strikers, with 15 goals in 16 appearances across all competitions this season, Buruk believes Osimhen’s current form gives him the edge. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise … Read more
Pep Guardiola, manager of Manchester City, has agreed to a one-year contract extension, securing his stay at the club for another season. Although City have declined to comment on the story first reported by The Athletic, multiple sources have confirmed the extension, which will mark his 10th year with the club. Guardiola, 53, joined City … Read more
Erling Haaland netted a stunning hat-trick as Norway hammered Kazakhstan to secure promotion to the top tier of the Nations League. The Manchester City striker, who set a new record as Norway’s all-time top scorer last month, has now scored 38 goals in 39 appearances for his country. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again … Read more
Manchester City have raised “fundamental concerns” with the Premier League, accusing it of proposing “unlawful” changes to rules governing commercial agreements. The club communicated these concerns in a letter sent to the other 19 top-flight clubs ahead of a crucial meeting next week, where the proposed amendments are set to be voted on. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is confident his team will bounce back after suffering four straight defeats, marking the first time in his managerial career that such a run has occurred. City’s latest setback came in a 2-1 loss to Brighton, following previous defeats to Bournemouth in the Premier League, Tottenham in the Carabao Cup, … Read more
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has suggested that perhaps another team deserves to win the Premier League, given City’s long period of dominance. The Blues have claimed six of the last seven Premier League titles, including a streak of four consecutive wins. However, they now trail league leaders Liverpool by five points after suffering a … Read more
Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva has made it clear he won’t be wishing incoming Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim success at Old Trafford. Speaking ahead of tonight’s Champions League matchup against Amorim’s current team, Sporting Lisbon, Bernardo remarked during a pre-match press conference that he won’t be sending any good luck to his fellow Portuguese … Read more
Sporting manager Ruben Amorim remarked that Manchester United fans might feel “the new Alex Ferguson has arrived” if his side manages to defeat Manchester City on Tuesday. Amorim, 39, has two games left as Sporting head coach before moving to Old Trafford, including the Champions League clash against his soon-to-be club’s rivals. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘I … Read more
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has shared updates on the fitness of John Stones and Ruben Dias following the team’s 2-1 Premier League loss to Bournemouth on Saturday. City’s defeat at the Vitality Stadium ended a 32-game unbeaten league run that had stretched back to December 2023, marking the reigning champions’ first Premier League loss … Read more
Manchester City’s remarkable 32-match unbeaten Premier League streak ended in a 2-1 loss to Bournemouth on Saturday, dropping the English champions behind Liverpool in the title race. The Cherries struck twice through Antoine Semenyo and Evanilson on either side of halftime, before Josko Gvardiol’s late header gave City a glimmer of hope. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘I … Read more
Pep Guardiola has expressed concern that Manchester City now have “13 players” available and are “in trouble” after sustaining further injuries in Wednesday’s League Cup loss to Tottenham. City, already missing six first-team players, saw defender Manuel Akanji sidelined with a calf injury during the warm-up. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘I Feel Sorry For Joshua’ After Knockout … Read more
Real Madrid were named Club of the Year at the Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris on Monday, but they declined to attend after learning forward Vinicius Junior would not receive the top honour for best men’s player, which went to Manchester City’s Rodri. The European champions reportedly stated they would not attend a ceremony “where … Read more
Former Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli has signed with Serie A side Genoa on a free transfer. The 34-year-old, who last played for Turkish Super Lig club Adana Demirspor, returns to Italian football over three years after his departure from Monza. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to … Read more
Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri has claimed his first Ballon d’Or, awarded to the year’s best footballer, following a standout season for both club and country. The 28-year-old, who lost only one game last season across all competitions, received the honor in Paris after leading Spain to victory in Euro 2024 this past July. … Read more
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has emphasized that the club will continue to thrive even after his eventual departure. The Spanish coach, who is currently considering his future, has City’s management keen to secure him on a new contract. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to Toby Forge … Read more
Manchester City reclaimed the Premier League summit as Erling Haaland’s early goal clinched a 1-0 win over struggling Southampton. Haaland shrugged off Jan Bednarek to convert Matheus Nunes’ fifth-minute cross, netting his 11th league goal this season and seemingly setting up City for a comfortable victory. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the … Read more