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What's going on with Grealish? Guardiola and Carsley at odds over Man City star

Jack Grealish has not played in Manchester City's last five games. This week he was picked for England's November international but is not fit for his club's game at Brighton.

Ruben Amorim labels Man City win 'lucky' ahead of Man United switch

In the wake of Sporting's seismic victory over Manchester City in the Champions League on Tuesday, incoming Man United boss Ruben Amorim isn't getting ahead of himself.

Man City eyes key signings to boost squad depth in January transfer window

Manchester City are reportedly gearing up for a busy January transfer window as Pep Guardiola looks to strengthen his squad after a recent string of disappointing results.

Sporting CP vs. Man City predicted lineups, team news: De Bruyne on bench as Amorim faces up to Guardiola

Incoming Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim leads Sporting CP for the penultimate time against a Manchester City squad whose injury crisis might be easing slightly.

Amorim cracks Alex Ferguson joke ahead of Guardiola showdown

Sporting CP's Champions League clash with Manchester City on Tuesday has the irresistible narrative of the incoming Manchester United boss getting an early shot at his new rivals. Ruben Amorim spotted it a mile off.

Pep Guardiola makes interesting prediction on Premier League title race

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has hinted at a surprising turn in this season’s Premier League title race.

Pep Guardiola offers cryptic update as defensive duo suffer injury blow

Pep Guardiola has confirmed two key Manchester City players will miss their next two games.

Bournemouth vs. Man City lineups, team news: De Bruyne back

Manchester City head to Bournemouth looking to keep their place at the top of the Premier League table.

Man City injury news: Pep Guardiola reveals when will Kevin De Bruyne return

Manchester City’s head coach, Pep Guardiola, has offered a positive update on Kevin De Bruyne’s recovery from a lingering injury, suggesting the star midfielder could be back sooner than initially expected.

Manchester City tipped to land Tottenham star by former scout

Mick Brown, who previously worked at Spurs, strongly believes it will happen at some point.

Man City injury crisis: The eight stars laid up for Pep Guardiola's champions

Pep Guardiola says Manchester City are experiencing the worst injury crisis of his nine years in charge. Ahead of a potentially crucial week in their season, we assess the situation.

Werner and Sarr fire Spurs past Man City, into Carabao Cup quarterfinals

First-half goals from Timo Werner and Pape Sarr gave Tottenham a 2-1 Carabao Cup victory over Manchester City. Matheus Nunes reduced the arrears for Pep Guardiola's side.

Tottenham vs. Man City expected lineups, team news: Akanji injured in warm-up, Haaland on bench

Tottenham will fancy their chances of reaching the Carabao Cup quarterfinals with Erling Haaland resting on the bench and Manchester City hit by a number of injuries.

Where did Erling Haaland finish in 2024 Ballon d'Or vote?

Erling Haaland came second to Lionel Messi in the 2023 Ballon d'Or vote. The Manchester City striker was in contention again at the 2024 event in Paris.

Why Rodri deserved to win 2024 Ballon d'Or

Rodri was at the heart of things as Manchester City and Spain swept to glory in 2023/24. His recent body of work puts him above other elite footballers.

SN predicts the winners of the 2025 Ballon d'Or awards

The Sporting News polled its writers and editors to build a predicted list of winners of the various prizes at the 2025 Ballon d'Or gala.

Who was last Spanish player to win men's Ballon d'Or before Rodri?

Spain has produced some of the greatest club and international teams in football history. However, Rodri ended a 64-year wait for one of the nation's male players stood on the top step at the Ballon d'Or.

Ballon d'Or nominees 2024: Rodri, Bellingham and Vinicius among favourites

France Football unveiled the list of nominees for the 2024 Ballon d'Or on September 4. Manchester City midfielder Rodri is one of the favourites alongside Real Madrid duo Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Jr.

Rodri stats 2023-24: Man City and Spain star reportedly set to win Ballon d'Or

Manchester City essentially didn't lose games when Rodri was on the pitch last season. Nor did European champions Spain. It's a big part of the reason the masterful midfielder is among the Ballon d'Or frontrunners.

How are Man City coping without Ballon d'Or candidate Rodri?

Rodri will likely be hailed as one of the three best players in the world at Monday's Ballon d'Or ceremony in Paris. Manchester City are getting used to life without their stricken midfield star.

Man City fans 'flag' incredible Mbappe/Haaland comparison after Clasico

This is quite the piece of trivia.

Man City vs. Southampton confirmed lineups and injury news: Nunes get Premier League chance

Manchester City have six first-team regulars absent for the visit of Southampton. It means an opportunity for Portugal midfielder Matheus Nunes.

Pep Guardiola's injury update as key pair ruled out of Premier League return

Pep Guardiola has confirmed two key players are expected to miss Manchester City's weekend Premier League clash with Southampton due to injury.

Ex-player tells why Man City can't be relegated even if found guilty of 115 charges

Manchester City may be battling 115 financial fair play (FFP) charges, but many believe the Premier League is not interested in relegating the record-breaking champions.

Man City vs. Sparta Prague confirmed lineups, team news: De Bruyne, Walker still out

Kevin De Bruyne and Kyle Walker will remain on the sidelines alongside long-term absentees Rodri and Oscar Bobb for Manchester City's Uefa Champions League home match against Sparta Prague.

Wolves vs. Man City predicted lineups and team news: Guardiola gives De Bruyne update

Kevin De Bruyne could be part of the Manchester City squad to face Wolves in Sunday's Premier League game, having not played in a month.

When will Pep Guardiola leave Man City?

Pep Guardiola is into his ninth season at Manchester City, more than double his next longest stint with a single club. But is the history-making tactician ready to move on?

Man City vs. Fulham predicted lineups and team news: Grealish pushing for start

Manchester City will likely make some changes for this weekend's Premier League match with Fulham, with Jack Grealish pushing to start.

Slovan Bratislava vs. Man City predicted lineups and team news: lineups, expected starting 11, confirmed team news and injuries:

Manchester City are seeking a first UEFA Champions League win of the season when they travel to face Slovan Bratislava, who were beaten 5-1 by Celtic on matchday 1.

Newcastle vs. Man City team news and predicted lineups: Guardiola wrestles with Rodri conundrum

Manchester City face a tricky trip to Newcastle for their first Premier League game since Rodri suffered a serious knee injury. Eddie Howe's side are looking to bounce back from their first defeat of the campaign at Fulham.

Rodri injury latest: Man City confirm midfielder has knee ligament damage

Rodri could miss the rest of the 2024/25 season after the Manchester City midfielder suffered a serious injury during the 2-2 Premier League draw against Arsenal.

Man City vs. Watford team news and predicted lineups: Braithwaite, O'Reilly start for Guardiola's men

Manchester City are back in action around 49 hours after fulltime against Arsenal when they host Watford in the Carabao Cup. Rodri, who complained about the strain of the modern schedule, is presumed to be out for the season.

How will Man City replace Rodri?

Rodri's knee injury represents a huge blow to Pep Guardiola but the Manchester City boss can find various defensive midfield solutions within his talented collective.

Stones late show salvages point for Man City against 10-man Arsenal

John Stones rescued a point for Manchester City deep into stoppage time against Arsenal. The Gunners overturned Erling Haaland's early opener through Riccardo Calafiori and Gabriel before having Leandro Trossard sent off.

Rodri off injured in Man City vs. Arsenal: Latest on Spain star's fitness

Manchester City star Rodri has been forced off in the opening stages of their Premier League clash with Arsenal as a major injury concern.

Man City vs. Arsenal team news and predicted lineups: De Bruyne misses out for the champions

The Premier League's top two for the past two seasons meet in their latest titanic clash at the Etihad Stadium. But Manchester City and Arsenal are both without their main playmakers.

Man City vs. Arsenal prediction, betting tips & odds for Premier League match

Why Schmeichel was wrong to call out City fans and not UEFA machinations

Peter Schmeichel felt Manchester City fans hit with a ticket-price hike did not live up to a big European occasion against Inter Milan. But do we even know what one of those is in this new UEFA Champions League format?

Honours even as Man City and Inter share high-class goalless draw

Manchester City hosted Inter Milan in their 2024/25 UEFA Champions League opener at the Etihad Stadium. The sides last met when Rodri's goal settled the 2023 final but no one could break the deadlock this time around.

Man City vs. Inter Milan prediction, betting tips & odds for UCL match

Champions League betting favorites Manchester City get their new expanded UCL journey started with a banger matchup as they host reigning Serie A champions Inter Milan at the Etihad on Wednesday.

Haaland beats Rooney record as Man City overcome Brentford scare

Erling Haaland was unable to make it three hat-tricks in a row as Manchester City came from behind to beat Brentford 2-1 but he still claimed another slice of Premier League history.

'I agree with Tebas!' — Premier League teams want City punishes, says Guardiola

The Premier League's case against Manchester City for multiple alleged rule breaches between 2009 and 2018 will come before an independent commission on Monday. Pep Guardiola believes the court of public opinion has made up its mind.

Man City rule-breaching hearing to begin on September 16

The Sporting News looks at the charges brought against Premier League champions Manchester City, accused by the Premier League of breaching its financial regulations.

Man City vs. Brentford team news and predicted lineups: Grealish and Haaland start

Jack Grealish will hope to bring his England form to Manchester City when they face Brentford, while Nathan Ake is likely to sit out the game. Here is the latest team news.

Haaland past Rooney and closing on Aguero's Premier League record

Erling Haaland continued to tear up the Premier League record books as he made it back-to-back hat-tricks iN Manchester City's 3-1 win at West Ham.

West Ham vs. Man City team news: Foden, Rodri to return?

Manchester City are looking to make it three wins out of three in the Premier League and Phil Foden and Rodri could bolster Pep Guardiola's starting lineup.

Ilkay Gundogan linked with SHOCK Man City return to solve Pep Guardiola's midfield conundrum

Former Manchester City captain Ilkay Gundogan could make a sensational return to the club this summer if Barcelona accept a transfer exit.

Haaland, Kovacic strike as Man City brush aside Chelsea

Champions Manchester City began their Premier League campaign in 2024/25 with a 2-0 victory over Enzo Maresca's Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea vs. Man City prediction, betting tips & odds for Premier League opening weekend

A marquee matchup straight out of the gates on opening weekend of the Premier League season sees defending champions Manchester City travel to Stamford Bridge to meet Chelsea on Sunday.

Chelsea vs. Man City confirmed lineups: Savinho starts, no Sterling

Chelsea host Man City in the Premier League as the new campaign gets underway. Pep Guardiola's side are looking to win their fifth straight title and Chelsea are hoping to get back into the Champions League.

Premier League CEO makes incredible Man City points deduction claim on financial charges

Manchester City are expected to learn their fate on115 charges over financial rule breaches in the coming months and they could face a historic points deduction.

Guardiola confirms extent of Oscar Bobb's broken leg in huge blow to Man City

21-year-old Norway international Oscar Bobb figured to be a key contributor for Man City this season, but for now will have to wait for his introduction to significant first-team minutes after a potentially serious injury setback.

Vincent Kompany’s viral X-rated rant at Burnley star with FIFTEEN curses in 90 seconds

Former Burnley boss Vincent Kompany has caused a stir on social media following a viral video of an x-rated rant at a Clarets player last season.

Supercomputer reveals 2024/25 EPL winners, top four and relegated teams

The 2024/25 Premier League season will feature another tight title battle but who will come out on top?

Man City win Community Shield on penalties vs. Man Utd

Manchester City won the 2024 Community Shield on penalties after a 1-1 draw with Manchester United in regular time.

Man City vs. Man United starting lineups, team news for Community Shield

Man City and Man United will meet, in the first big clash of the 2024/25 season, at Wembley for the FA Community Shield. After United's FA Cup win and City's Premier League triumph, the rivals face off again.

Man United vs. Man City prediction, betting tips & odds for Community Shield

The Community Shield marks the start of the domestic season in England as Premier League champions Manchester City meet arch rivals Manchester United, reigning FA Cup winners, at Wembley on Saturday.

Atletico Madrid agree €95 million fee for Man City's Julian Alvarez

Manchester City and Atletico Madrid have agreed on a €95 million ($103.7m) transfer for Julian Alvarez. Alvarez joined City in 2022 for £14 million but with Erling Haaland's presence limiting his No.9 role, Álvarez now heads to La Liga.

Chelsea vs. Man City lineups, team news, tour squads

Chelsea and Manchester City will face off in Ohio on Saturday, previewing their Premier League opener. Chelsea had two draws with City last season but haven't beaten them since the 2021 Champions League Final. This is City's last game before the Community Shield.

Barcelona vs. Man City: Latest team news and who might play in preseason friendly

Manchester City played out an entertaining 3-2 defeat to AC Milan in New York. The Premier League's next stop on their U.S. tour is another blockbuster affair against Barcelona in Orlando.

Haaland speaks out in football's battle over scheduling

Manchester City star Erling Haaland has voiced his concerns about the demanding schedules faced by top footballers.

Will Pep Guardiola stay? Man City boss offers hint over future

Pep Guardiola has sparked speculation about his future at Manchester City by suggesting he might stay beyond his current contract, which expires next summer.

Why are Man City allowed to sign Savio?

Savio has become Manchester City's first major signing of the summer. But why is the Brazil winger allowed to join the Premier League champions after starring for sister club Girona last season?

Garnacho and Mainoo give Ten Hag's Man United famous FA Cup final triumph over Man City

For the second season running, Manchester City faced Manchester United in the FA Cup final at Wembley. In a reverse of last year's scoreline, the Red Devils were 2-1 winners thanks to first-half goals from Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo.

Have Man United or Man City won more trophies?

Manchester City are the dominant force in this era of English football. But how do they compare to Manchester United in historical terms?

Who is the FA Cup final referee? Match officials for Man City vs. Man United

It's another Manchester derby FA Cup final in 2024, with City facing United at Wembley. The refereeing team includes Andy Madley.

What time is Man United vs. Man City FA Cup final 2024?

Here are some of the key details ahead of the 2024 FA Cup final between Man United and Man City at Wembley Stadium.

Bernardo Silva fires City to second consecutive FA Cup final

Man City have reached the FA Cup final after beating Chelsea by one goal thanks to Bernardo Silva's late strike.

Deflected Silva double puts Man City in sixth consecutive FA Cup semifinal

Manchester City reached a sixth consecutive FA Cup semifinal thanks to Bernardo Silva's deflected first-half double against Newcastle United. The treble winners remain in contention across the three remaining major competitions this season.

Rodri only scores big goals: Champions League winner tops impressive list

Manchester City midfielder Rodri's winner against Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League was the most important strike yet by a player with a knack for vital goals.

John Stones injury update: Latest on defender's recovery, World Cup status

England defender John Stones limped off with a hamstring injury in the first half of the Three Lions' 3-3 draw with Germany at Wembley. His status for the World Cup in November and Manchester City's upcoming matches has still not been determined.

Liverpool & Man City run-in: Who has toughest final day?

Manchester City and Liverpool are neck-and-neck for the 2022 Premier League title with one match left in the Premier League season: See their matches on May 22 and which of the two has the edge in the season's finale.

Can Chelsea close the gap on Liverpool and Man City?

Chelsea have drawn four times with a Liverpool team looking to make history this season. But Thomas Tuchel knows consistency is key and that goes for all areas of the club.

Chelsea tops Man City in Women's FA Cup final

Two incredible sides produced an incredible match that should be defined by the football on the pitch over anything else.