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Pep Guardiola confirms Erling Haaland will MISS Man City's trip to Brighton as he recovers from an injury... but insists the Norwegian's absence is 'not a big issue' for his title-chasing side
24/04/24 12:14
Title-chasing Manchester City will be without leading scorer Erling Haaland for Thursday's Premier League clash with Brighton. Haaland missed the FA Cup semi-final win over Chelsea on Saturday with a muscle issue and has now been ruled out of his side's trip to the Amex Stadium. Manager Pep Guardiola insisted the matter was not a serious one for the 20-goal striker, who could come back into contention Sunday's clash with Nottingham Forest, and was boosted by Phil Foden and John Stones both getting the green light after their own fitness concerns....read
Thierry Henry predicts Phil Foden's stunning goal in 3-3 draw with Real Madrid seconds BEFORE it goes in... as fans praise the Frenchman's 'elite ball knowledge'
12/04/24 16:13Phil Foden, having been rested on the weekend against Crystal Palace , continued his fine form with a stunning strike to draw City level before goals by Josko Gvardiol and Federico Valverde.
John Stones reveals how he went from the LOWEST year of his career being overlooked by Pep Guardiola and dropped by England to becoming one of the premier central defenders in Europe
11/04/24 08:00John Stones has revealed how he stripped back his game to go from a Manchester City outcast to one of the premier central defenders in Europe.
Forget the World Cup, Euros or Super Bowl - this is why the Champions League is the greatest show on earth!
10/04/24 16:00JACK GAUGHAN: The Bernabeu was the scene of an all-timer in a competition - when it reaches these stages - that is just like no other in the world of sport.
Ruben Dias reveals how Man City will avoid 'big mistake' in run-in and admits his surprise at how well John Stones performed in his hybrid defensive role last season
09/04/24 15:54Ruben Dias has joked that he speedily wakes himself from dreams of end of season glory and claims that looking too far ahead can be a 'big mistake'.
Eric Dier tells Gary Neville 'I believe I should be a part of' Gareth Southgate's England squad… as Bayern Munich loanee insists 'there's a lack of appreciation' for his career
08/04/24 20:40The defender has won 49 England caps and was part of their squad for the 2022 World Cup, but he hasn't been called-up by Southgate since March 2023.
Phil Foden and John Stones are both 'SNUBBED from Topps' Euro 2024 England sticker album'... but which Championship player has been included instead?
04/04/24 16:22The American trading card company won the rights to take over from Panini as UEFA's exclusive sticker parnter for the tournament in Germany back in 2022.
How a bonsai tree helped drive City's Treble success and came to represent Erling Haaland… as Netflix doc reveals all, including Pep's inspirational team talk after 115 charges were announced
01/04/24 23:01JACK GAUGHAN: Unwittingly, Haaland is describing himself. Describing what he is to this City team. A bonsai needs an exact environment to thrive in.
John Stones is named on the BENCH for Man City in huge title clash with Arsenal, despite Pep Guardiola initially ruling him out after picking up an injury on England duty
31/03/24 14:35John Stones was withdrawn in the first half of England's draw with Belgium during the week after going down holding his groin.
MARTIN KEOWN: Man City will have to change how they play against Arsenal without the injured John Stones and Kyle Walker... Pep Guardiola will hope he is not left counting the cost of the international break
29/03/24 22:31MARTIN KEOWN TALKS TACTICS: For City, there might be some irritation over their involvement for England against Brazil and Belgium.
Pep Guardiola admits he understands Man City fans' anger over further increase in season ticket prices... but urges supporters to stick with his side ahead of crunch Arsenal clash
29/03/24 13:23JACK GAUGHAN: City have already announced increases of up to 10 per cent ahead of next season - prompting fury by fans who fear they are being priced out of attending games.
Kyle Walker and John Stones will MISS Man City's crunch game against Arsenal, Pep Guardiola confirms... after the pair suffered injuries while on international duty with England
29/03/24 12:49Manchester City fear injured captain Kyle Walker will miss several weeks of the run-in, and John Stones is also out of Sunday's crunch title clash with Arsenal.
Kyle Walker is a serious doubt for Man City's clash with Arsenal on Sunday after injuring his hamstring playing for England against Brazil... as Pep Guardiola counts the cost of the international break
27/03/24 22:31The City captain was forced off with a hamstring problem during the 1-0 friendly defeat against Brazil at Wembley - before John Stones hobbled out of the draw with Belgium with an ankle injury.
Everton fans notice what Jarrad Branthwaite published on Instagram just hours after England's draw vs Belgium... with the centre back not playing a minute for the Three Lions
27/03/24 13:16The Toffees' centre-back had been called up to Gareth Southgate's England squad for the first time, alongside fellow newcomers Anthony Gordon and Kobbie Mainoo.
Man City's defensive headache deepens ahead of Arsenal showdown as another first-team star is injured on international duty - with Kyle Walker and John Stones also doubts
27/03/24 01:29Kyle Walker pulled up during England's friendly defeat to Brazil at the weekend and was duly substituted in the first half to spark concern at the Etihad with the massive tie looming large.
Jude Bellingham praises 'brilliant' England newcomers after Kobbie Mainoo impresses in draw against Belgium... while Gareth Southgate says he 'can't believe how young' Man United star is
26/03/24 22:15Jude Bellingham rescued blundering England from the ignominy of a second consecutive loss with a last-gasp equaliser at Wembley.
England 2-2 Belgium: Jude Bellingham rescues last-gasp draw for Three Lions after Youri Tielemans double threatened to condemn Gareth Southgate's men to successive defeats
26/03/24 21:42OLIVER HOLT AT WEMBLEY: Two moments of brilliance from two players who have become beacons of light for England, provided blessed relief for Southgate
John Stones goes off injured minutes into England's clash with Belgium just days before Man City face Arsenal in a title clash... as Gareth Southgate defends decision to start him again
26/03/24 20:04Manchester City have suffered another blow days before their crunch showdown with Arsenal after John Stones went off injured 10 minutes into England's friendly against Belgium.
Declan Rice admits he was left 'speechless' after Gareth Southgate appointed him as England captain for Belgium clash... as Arsenal star insists he's proud to be the leader of the pack
25/03/24 22:30KIERAN GILL: It was during a card game of 'Wolf' on Sunday night that Gareth Southgate sauntered over to sit next to Declan Rice.
Gareth Southgate backs England to crack the big game code... but their poor record against the elite must improve if the Three Lions are to win the Euros
25/03/24 22:30SAMI MOKBEL: The last step is often the hardest take. Just ask Southgate. England are good. But are they good enough? The consensus within the football community is a resounding yes.
Why England stars Jude Bellingham, Declan Rice, John Stones and Co will be wearing nameless shirts for just the second half of their friendly with Belgium at Wembley
25/03/24 11:08England players will take to the field in the second half of their friendly against Belgium on Tuesday night without names on the back of their shirts.
Manchester City are monitoring £60m-rated Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite... with Manchester United, Tottenham and Real Madrid also interested
24/03/24 11:27The 21-year old has had a stand-out season despite Everton's on-going relegation battle and is primed to make his full England debut this week against Belgium.
PLAYER RATINGS: Jude Bellingham and Anthony Gordon impress for England while Vinicius Junior and Endrick steal the show to lead Brazil to victory... but who was the Three Lions' WORST performer?
23/03/24 21:45England fell to a limp 1-0 defeat by Brazil after Endrick's late winner at Wembley. Here, Mail Sport's CRAIG HOPE and MATT BARLOW have rated both teams...
Anthony Gordon and Kobbie Mainoo pick the England stars they'd have in their five-a-side teams - with both selecting the same starting line-up! But there's no room for two key Arsenal stars
23/03/24 00:30It's been a whirlwind week for the two young stars, with Gordon, 23, and Mainoo, 18, both being drafted into Gareth Southgate 's senior squad for the first time in their careers.
The biggest sell-on clauses ever: Kevin De Bruyne earned Chelsea £10m with Man City switch, and the Blues could get another huge windfall if Jamal Musiala leaves Bayern Munich this summer... but which other clubs have benefitted?
13/03/24 21:00One of the hottest properties in world football right now is Bayern Munich's Jamal Musiala, and he has been linked with Liverpool and Manchester City .
Gary Neville hits out at Jamie Carragher's 'OFFENSIVE' opinion about the best rivalry in Premier League history... as his Sky Sports colleague responds by teasing him over infamous clash with Arsenal
12/03/24 10:47The two pundits were appearing on Monday Night Football when the topic of Liverpool and Man City came up following what looks to be the final meeting between Guardiola and Klopp.
Ex-referee Dermot Gallagher backs VAR's decision NOT to award Liverpool a penalty for Jeremy Doku's high tackle on Alexis Mac Allister...but concedes there would be 'less argument if it was given'
11/03/24 17:00Former Premier League referee Dermot Gallagher has backed VAR's decision not to award Liverpool a penalty at the end of their draw with Manchester City .
Richard Keys accuses Pep Guardiola of speaking to his colleague 'like he was a piece of s**t on his shoe' after Man City drew with Liverpool... as he labels Spanish boss a 'disgrace' for his conduct in post-match interview
11/03/24 13:35Guardiola's side walked away with a point after the thrilling clash at Anfield, where Alexis Mac Allister's penalty cancelled out John Stones ' first-half strike.
Alexis Mac Allister insists Jeremy Doku's controversial late challenge was 'a clear penalty' and claims referee Michael Oliver 'made a mistake' as Liverpool hold Man City to 1-1 draw
11/03/24 07:32City and Liverpool played out one of the most pulsating and exciting games of the season on Sunday, the two sides unable to be separated for the second time this season at 90 minutes.
Gary Neville insists Man City still have not learned to deal with Anfield 'washing machine' after 1-1 draw with Liverpool... as Man United icon claims 'you're never safe in this ground'
11/03/24 06:44City and Liverpool clashed at Anfield in a game that was billed as a potential title decider, with the two juggernauts locked in a race for the Premier League crown along with Arsenal .
Diogo Jota reacts on social media to controversial decision to not award Liverpool a penalty for Jeremy Doku's chest-high challenge on Alexis Mac Allister... as fans and players rage at VAR decision
11/03/24 00:45Liverpool's hopes of securing a late penalty were dashed in their 1-1 draw against Manchester City when Jeremy Doku's high boot caught Alexis Mac Allister.
CHRIS SUTTON: Pep Guardiola knows small details matter and Man City profited from it through John Stones' goal from a smart corner routine
10/03/24 22:46CHRIS SUTTON: Who knows how long Manchester City had been sitting on that set-piece routine. Days? Weeks? Months? Years? I can't say I'd seen them try this before.
THE NOTEBOOK: Liverpool and Man City outsmart fans, former Premier League stars swarm Anfield while Pep Guardiola gets his substitutions spot on
10/03/24 21:40LEWIS STEELE: Both clubs' logistics departments, alongside Merseyside Police, conned the thousands of fans waiting to welcome - warmly or otherwise - the two team buses.
Pep Guardiola reveals why he subbed Kevin De Bruyne off early after the Belgian star fumed at his boss for being taken off early during Man City's draw at Liverpool
10/03/24 20:03Pep Guardiola insisted he was happy with Kevin De Bruyne's angry reaction to being substituted after several heated discussions with the Belgian.
Virgil van Dijk says 'the sky is the limit' for Jarell Quansah as Liverpool duo are interviewed together after 1-1 draw with Man City… with youngster admitting he's 'aspiring to be' like his captain
10/03/24 19:24Virgil van Dijk insisted that 'the sky is the limit for Jarell Quansah after his impressive performance in Liverpool's 1-1 draw with Manchester City.
Jamie Carragher argues that Virgil van Dijk is a better defender than Erling Haaland is striker... and says he 'came out on top' during his Man of the Match performance in Liverpool's 1-1 draw with Man City
10/03/24 19:10Carragher raved about Van Dijk 's performance for Liverpool in their 1-1 draw with Man City and compared the Dutchman's positional supremacy to Haaland 's.
Jurgen Klopp launches into bizarre rant as he insists Liverpool should have had an injury-time penalty for Jeremy Doku's challenge... after asking Sky Sports reporter his opinion first!
10/03/24 18:41Jurgen Klopp questioned a reporter after the match in Liverpool's 1-1 draw with Manchester City who asked him whether he believed Alexis Mac Allister should have been awarded a penalty.
PLAYER RATINGS: Virgil van Dijk earns man of the match after keeping Erling Haaland's chances to a minimum... as THREE City stars score just 5/10 in their 1-1 draw at Liverpool
10/03/24 18:34Liverpool and Manchester City played out a thrilling draw at Anfield on Sunday, leaving the Premier League title race finely poised.
Jeremy Doku avoids conceding a late penalty as winger's 'karate kick' high tackle on Alexis Mac Allister is ruled 'reasonable' by VAR as hosts denied late chance
10/03/24 18:02Jeremy Doku avoided conceding a late penalty after a high tackle on Alexis Mac Allister was deemed 'played in a reasonable position' by VAR.
Liverpool 1-1 Man City: John Stones and Kevin De Bruyne combine for clever opener... but Alexis Mac Allister levels from the spot as honours are shared in crunch title race showdown
10/03/24 17:44OLIVER HOLT AT ANFIELD: After Luis Diaz had an early goal ruled out for offside, John Stones put the visitors ahead in the first-half, clipping in a corner from Kevin De Bruyne at the near post.
Kevin De Bruyne and Pep Guardiola in heated argument after Man City playmaker was substituted on 69 minutes against Liverpool with the score at 1-1
10/03/24 17:27Kevin De Bruyne and Pep Guardiola were caught in animated exchange after the midfielder was substituted in the second half of Manchester City's clash with Liverpool.
Gary Neville hails 'genius' midfielder Kevin De Bruyne after 'fantastic' corner to set up John Stones... with fans comparing it to Trent Alexander-Arnold's routine against Barcelona
10/03/24 16:33Fans noticed Kevin De Bruyne's corner-kick techniquye used to find the opening goal in their Liverpool clash had similarities to Trent Alexander-Arnold.
THE SHARPE END: Farewell to the greatest rivalry ever? Jurgen Klopp and Pep Guardiola have pushed the boundaries of possibility and each other... and now they scrap for perhaps the final time
09/03/24 23:02They have taken what was perceived as possible beyond any pair of managers in the competition's history. Of the top nine points tallies in PL history, six belong to Guardiola and Klopp.
Wayne Rooney, Rio Ferdinand and Joleon Lescott name their England XI for this summer's Euros - as former Man United team-mates argue over one key area for the Three Lions
09/03/24 15:45Wayne Rooney, Joleon Lescott and Rio Ferdinand have named their combined England XI for Euro 2024 after disagreeing on who should be named in midfield.
Arsene Wenger visits Man City to present players with their FIFA FIFPro awards... after SIX of Pep Guardiola's Treble-winning side made the Men's World 11 selection
07/03/24 21:04Arsenal legend Arsene Wenger was at Manchester City on Thursday to present six players with their FIFA FIFPRO Men's World 11 awards. Pep Guardiola's side dominated the team.
Jose Enrique picks a BIZARRE Liverpool and Man City combined XI, with Conor Bradley included over Kyle Walker 'on current form' and NO place for Mohamed Salah
07/03/24 10:31Former Liverpool defender Jose Enrique has made a few puzzling selections in his combined Liverpool-Manchester City XI ahead of their titanic Premier League clash on Sunday.
Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite is in contention for his first England call-up for this month's friendlies... with Gareth Southgate considering turning to the rising star to solve his defensive crisis
05/03/24 17:58SAMI MOKBEL: Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite is being considered as a solution to England's defensive crisis ahead of the forthcoming international break.
Man United fans fearing derby demolition after Man City Erling Haaland finds his form in front of goal with five-goal haul in Luton rout
28/02/24 00:46Manchester United fans are fearing the worst after Erling Haaland scored five goals as Man City thrashed Luton Town 6-2.
PLAYER RATINGS: Five goal Erling Haaland and assist king Kevin De Bruyne combine to tear Luton apart... as Man City beat the Hatters 6-2 in the FA Cup fifth round
27/02/24 22:45Erling Haaland produced a fearsome goalscoring display with the Man City forward netting five times to inspire a 6-2 win over Luton Town in the FA Cup fifth round.
Erling Haaland scores most goals in FA Cup tie since Man United legend 54 years ago... as striker also equals Man City record set almost a century ago
27/02/24 22:19Erling Haaland scored five goals as Manchester City thrashed Luton Town 6-2 on Tuesday night.
MARTIN KEOWN: Why I love this blossoming bromance between Kevin De Bruyne and Phil Foden... Chelsea should be worried as they head to Man City
16/02/24 22:31MARTIN KEOWN: The problem for Chelsea is Manchester City have so many ways in which they can kill your chances of escaping the Etihad Stadium with anything except a defeat.
Pep Guardiola's brain is whirring again! Why the experiments never stop for Man City's tinkerman as he springs more surprises in 2-0 win over Everton
11/02/24 23:38Pep Guardiola has been here so long that his seasons are now following patterns. Doubt is cast over Manchester City before Christmas, they roar back around New Year and in February.
Was Kalvin Phillips too nice for his own good at Man City or just not good enough? He was never any trouble but failed to make his mark under Pep Guardiola - now all eyes will be on him at West Ham
24/01/24 22:30JACK GAUGHAN: Briefly, the stage belonged to Kalvin Phillips. Microphone in hand, he told an adoring crowd at Manchester City's Treble parade that John Stones 'f****** hates United'.
Erling Haaland returns to Man City training in Abu Dhabi camp after six-week absence, with Jeremy Doku and John Stones also making progress in welcome boost for Pep Guardiola
22/01/24 19:44The foot injury sustained during last month's defeat at Aston Villa has kept the Norwegian out for six weeks but he remains the division's joint-top goalscorer with Mohamed Salah.
Manchester City are handed a big boost as John Stones returns to training - with defender having been sidelined for almost a month due to an ankle injury
21/01/24 16:00Manchester City have been boosted by John Stones returning to training after an ankle injury.
EAFC's Team of the Year is published with FIVE CHANGES from the player-selected FIFPRO World XI... as Man City's domination is challenged by TWO Liverpool stars - and surprise full back choices
20/01/24 10:28EAFC's first ever Team of the Year has made five changes from the player-selected FIFPRO World XI, with Manchester City's dominance threatened by two Liverpool stars.
Is Kevin De Bruyne the best of the best? The stats show how Man City's talisman compares to Premier League legends including Frank Lampard, Steven Gerrard and Patrick Vieira
16/01/24 19:00Returning to Premier League action after five months out with a serious hamstring injury, the midfielder almost single handedly ensured City kept tabs with Liverpool at the top of the table,
Six Man City players were named in the FIFPRO Team of the Year, but SofaScore's average rating shows NONE deserve to be in... so what is the real team of 2023?
16/01/24 15:15Manchester City players dominated the FIFPRO world men's team that was unveiled by FIFA at an awards ceremony in London on Monday.
Lionel Messi is the surprise winner of FIFA's The Best men's award after pipping hot favourite Erling Haaland in the vote despite World Cup triumph NOT counting as Man City and Lionesses dominate
15/01/24 20:55AADAM PATEL AT THE HAMMERSMITH APOLLO: Lionel Messi claimed FIFA Men's Player of 2023 at the Best FIFA Football Awards, on an evening where Man City dominated the honours.
Pep Guardiola reveals Erling Haaland may not return for Man City until next MONTH - as 23-year-old Norweigan striker suffers setback from the foot injury he picked up last month
12/01/24 22:37JACK GAUGHAN: Manchester City 's medical team withdrew the Norwegian striker from training this week and he will miss a ninth match when they travel to Newcastle on Saturday.
MARTIN KEOWN TALKS TACTICS: Phil Foden has taken to the No 10 role like a duck to water ahead of Man City's trip to Newcastle... alongside Julian Alvarez, he has been sensational in the absence of Kevin de Bruyne
12/01/24 22:30MARTIN KEOWN TALKS TACTICS: Phil Foden and Julian Alvarez have been simply sensational, with 24 goals and 17 assists between them this term. Foden has taken more responsibility.
Pep Guardiola is coach of the year and Jude Bellingham beats Harry Kane to best overseas star... but which side are the biggest UNDERACHIEVERS and who scored the goal of the year? - As Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards deliver their 2023 awards
05/01/24 13:28Unsurprisingly, Manchester City players were discussed among the list finalists in many of the categories after their historic five-trophy year.
Man City are sweating on the fitness of John Stones after worrying ankle injury in comeback win over Everton... with defender set for more tests as Pep Guardiola's side hope he avoids a lengthy absence
28/12/23 17:00JACK GAUGHAN: Stones suffered the injury moments before half-time when stopping Beto running through on goal - despite the Everton striker standing in an offside position.
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says John Stones' injury 'doesn't look good' after the defender was forced off during win over Everton
28/12/23 00:02But Guardiola's side were dealt with a blow when Stones was forced off following a collision with Toffees striker Beto, who was subsequently flagged offside.
THE NOTEBOOK: Goodison gets a taste of silverware, John Stones' injury misfortune on Everton return... and Man City captain Kyle Walker tries to PEAK at Jordan Pickford's penalty notes
27/12/23 22:31LEWIS STEELE AT GOODISON PARK: Newly crowned world champions Manchester City returned to Premier League action by coming from behind to beat Everton 3-1 at Goodison Park.
Liverpool's Darwin Nunez and Arsenal's Gabriel Jesus are hardly prolific but that's no problem when they bring their teams so much more... goals from your No9 aren't everything - but they do help!
22/12/23 22:30LEWIS STEELE: Liverpool have fired in 25 goals since Nunez last did so, while the hard-working Jesus contributes so much more than goals, so their profligacy is hardly an existential crisis.
MAN CITY PLAYER RATINGS: Phil Foden is the star of the show, Julian Alvarez takes chance with a brace... and Rodri shows why he is key to Man City's success as Pep Guardiola's side win FIFTH title of 2023
22/12/23 20:32Julian Alvarez hit a brace, Phil Foden scored and a Nino own goal secured Pep Guardiola's side a fifth title in the calendar year. Here are Mail Sport's ratings from the Club World Cup final.
MAN CITY PLAYER RATINGS: Bernardo Silva thrives in 'false nine' role, Mateo Kovacic and Matheus Nunes make compelling cases for regular starts... but Manuel Akanji frustrates again
19/12/23 20:55This was expected to be a routine semi-final against Japanese side Urawa Red Diamonds, and so it proved. Here is how Mail Sport graded every Manchester City player in Tuesday's 3-0 win.
Jack Grealish shares a hug with a child in a wheelchair as Man City stars bring Christmas cheer in visit to local hospital by donating gift bags and blankets
13/12/23 12:34The England forward was seen interacting with and talking to a number of patients at the hospital, as well as teaming up with Nathan Ake in a game of table football during the visit.
John Stones and Man City team-mates bring Christmas cheer in visit to local hospital... as defender admits his side must shore up at the back if they want to be world champions
13/12/23 06:00JACK GAUGHAN: Stones has recently returned from injury after a month out in which City conceded 10 goals in four games but his re-emergence should see the side tighten up.
England manager Gareth Southgate is keeping a watchful eye on Everton duo Jarrad Branthwaite and Dominic Calvert-Lewin ahead of Euro 2024, amid their impressive performances for Sean Dyche's side
11/12/23 19:11SAMI MOKBEL: Southgate's side don't play until March when they face Brazil and Belgium in friendlies at Wembley, their final two games before the head coach picks his squad for Euro 2024.
Man City are conceding more and dropping points without Rodri and Kevin De Bruyne... Aston Villa proved Pep Guardiola's midfield conundrum is costing them in the title race, and Luton could pile on the problems
10/12/23 10:09Manchester City fans have had few reasons to be concerned over the last seven years, but alarm bells will have been ringing after their 1-0 defeat at Aston Villa on Wednesday night.
JACK GAUGHAN: Since the departure of midfield genius Ilkay Gundogan, Manchester City have gone from control to chaos - and robbed Pep Guardiola of his beloved 'pausa'
07/12/23 22:30JACK GAUGHAN: How City's fans, and Pep Guardiola, yearn for the days when their winning style of football drew groans. Slowly strangling the opposition by keeping and moving the ball.
Jermaine Jenas backs Ange Postecoglou's high-pressing football at Tottenham and says he has shown 'courage' despite calls for cautious approach... as he insists the Australian WILL end club's trophy drought
07/12/23 11:32EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Postecoglou came under heavy scrutiny when Spurs collapsed to a 4-1 defeat against Chelsea after deciding to persist with a high line despite going down to nine men.
Aston Villa 1-0 Man City: More pain for Pep Guardiola as Leon Bailey seals deserved 14th home win in a row for Unai Emery's side to leave champions winless in four and SIX points off top
06/12/23 22:10JACK GAUGHAN AT VILLA PARK: This had nothing to do with complacency, or a lack of drive or an elongated six-month Treble hangover. It was largely about Aston Villa.
MARTIN KEOWN: John Stones' absence has rocked Manchester City and Pep Guardiola will be concerned with his side's leaky defence
04/12/23 22:30MARTIN KEOWN: Pep Guardiola gained a new appreciation for the defensive side of the game last season when his team won the treble using an incredibly solid platform at the back.
Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards debate their England starting XI for Euro 2024 with the trio disagreeing on THREE positions... while one pundit picks both Phil Foden AND Jack Grealish in his line-up
23/11/23 09:14England are looking ahead to next year's tournament after beating Malta 2-0 before a 1-1 draw with North Macedonia - helping them securing top seeding at next year's tournament.
ENGLAND'S EURO 2024 SQUAD LADDER: Marcus Rashford and Aaron Ramsdale are at risk, while Rico Lewis and Cole Palmer shine... but what happens to Harry Maguire after Marc Guehi impresses against Malta and North Macedonia?
21/11/23 19:00With just one international break left before the Euros, England's players will now be reliant mostly on club form to claim a place - but we know how loyal Southgate can be to his trusted lieutenants.
Are you the ultimate football fan? Do you recognise these England stars from when they were young?
19/11/23 19:00The Three Lions manager is blessed to have such a plethora of talent to choose from. England's 3-1 win over Italy back in October sealed their spot in Germany next year.
Luis Diaz and Darwin Nunez can exploit spaces left by Manchester City's marauding defence ahead of massive clash next Saturday
18/11/23 22:31DANNY MURPHY: It's a shame that some players have long journeys before Saturday's flagship game between Manchester City and Liverpool but it also adds to the intrigue.
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