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Kylian Mbappe made history on Wednesday by becoming the youngest player to reach 100 appearances in the UEFA Champions League. The Real Madrid forward achieved the milestone at the age of 27 during his team's match against Roma. Mbappe marked the occasion by scoring a first-half equaliser as Real Madrid secured a 4-3 victory. He surpassed Lionel Messi, who previously held the record after reaching 100 Champions League appearances at the age of 28 in September 2015. The milestone further underlined Mbappe's impact

Manchester City secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday, with second-half goals from Erling Haaland, Jeremy Doku and Rayan Cherki helping the Premier League leaders maintain their perfect start to the season. Liverpool were reduced to 10 men after Ryan Gravenberch was sent off in the 62nd minute. City capitalised on the numerical advantage to take control of the match and secure all three points. The victory also came amid heightened attention surrounding City's financial rules case, with the

Manchester City moved into the first international break three points clear at the top of the Premier League after defeating Sunderland 5-3 in an entertaining clash at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday. The victory maintained City's 100% league record and extended their winning run to seven matches in all competitions. Semenyo Leads City's Goal Rush Antoine Semenyo played a key role in City's victory, scoring twice in a thrilling contest. City opened the scoring in the ninth minute when Enzo Fernandez curled a

Barcelona have reached an agreement with Manchester City to sign Spain midfielder Rodri, with the transfer expected to become official in the coming days. Barcelona Reach Agreement With Manchester City A source from the Catalan club told AFP that Barcelona and Manchester City have agreed on a deal for the 30-year-old midfielder. Reports indicate that Barcelona will pay around €75 million ($87 million) for Rodri. A Barcelona source said an official announcement is expected in the coming days, paving the way for the

Arsenal made a strong start to the new season with a convincing 3-0 victory over Manchester City in the FA Community Shield in Cardiff. The result gave Mikel Arteta’s side the first silverware of the campaign and provided several early talking points. Arsenal Make Early Statement With Silverware Arsenal wasted no time making their mark, scoring after just 23 seconds — their fastest goal across 668 matches under Mikel Arteta. The dominant performance delivered an emphatic victory and could prove an early psychological

Kevin Keegan, one of England's greatest footballers and one of the game's most charismatic managers, has died at the age of 75, his family announced on Monday. A two-time Ballon d'Or winner, Keegan had been battling stage-four cancer, a diagnosis his family first revealed in January. In a statement, his family said: "It is with immense sadness that we announce that Kevin Keegan has passed away at the age of 75. The former England player and manager had been battling cancer and was

Pep Guardiola faced Manchester City's heartbreaking title bid end on Tuesday then deflected questions again about his future, insisting no decision had yet been made while warning that it would be "wrong" to make such an announcement. On Tuesday, City's 1-1 draw at Bournemouth dismantled hopes of a Premier League challenge with an inauspicious end when Erling Haaland's late leveller was more reliant on keeping alive the race on Sunday against Aston Villa down to little more than probably an emotional farewell for

Manchester City will this weekend reportedly put an end to Pep Guardiola's decade-long trophy-laden reign. Guardiola, 55, has won: If City maximum two matches left (Bournemouth,Aston villa) win and Arsenal can not win a match against Crystal Palace in Sunday league matches final round, he could add another to his collection. Guardiola will leave following Villa's visit to the Etihad. The city has declined to comment on the rumors. The club were set to parade the League Cup and FA Cup trophies over

Phil Foden provided the type of magic that cannot be planned for in a tactics board and it was exactly what Pep Guardiola needed after Manchester City cruised to a 3-0 win over Crystal Palace on Wednesday. Despite a lineup that included six changes, City kept the pressure on Arsenal by reducing the gap at the top of the table to two points with two games remaining following their dominant win over Palace. Foden had the second rare appearance in the starting 11,

As Pep Guardiola wiped away the sting of the Champagne sprayed by his ecstatic players after Sunday’s League Cup final victory over Arsenal, the Manchester City manager faced a crucial question. Nico O’Reilly’s double in the second half had just secured a 2-0 triumph in the Wembley showpiece to give City mental edge over their Premier League title challengers. But will this record-extending fifth League Cup under Guardiola serve as a springboard to catch Arsenal in the title race? Having not masterminded a

Pep Guardiola vowed Manchester City will not give up the Premier League title without a fight after his team failed to get on the scoresheet in a damaging 2-2 draw at Tottenham on Sunday. Guardiola’s team ran riot in north London courtesy of first half strikes from Rayan Cherki and Antoine Semenyo. But City crumbled after the break. Dominic Solanke bundled home to pull one back, meeting the ball off with what appeared to be a kick on the back of City defender Marc Guehi’s leg as

Manchester City's manager, Pep Guardiola, expressed glowing admiration for Phil Foden's exceptional performance following Manchester City's triumph over Brentford. Foden's remarkable hat-trick propelled his team to a 3-1 victory, earning praise from Guardiola, who emphasized Foden's consistent presence on the field, stating, "always he is there." The match initially appeared challenging for City as Brentford gained an early lead through Neal Maupay's goal in the 21st minute. Despite Brentford's defensive efforts, Foden managed to equalize just before halftime and went on to secure

The Damaging Secrecy Surrounding Man City's FFP Case On January 16, Premier League CEO Richard Masters hinted at a significant proceeding against Manchester City involving 115 charges. However, the lack of transparency, from undisclosed hearing dates to the anonymous panel, is fostering skepticism and conspiracy theories. The secrecy surrounding the case raises concerns about accountability and the impact on fans who support the football ecosystem financially. Masters, in his parliamentary committee appearance, acknowledged a set date for the proceeding against Manchester City but

Pep Guardiola sheds light on Erling Haaland's mental rejuvenation during his injury hiatus, noting the Norwegian's enthusiasm to return to action after an extended period of rest. The manager delves into Haaland's resumption of full training and asserts his availability for the upcoming clash against Burnley. Guardiola advocates for patience in allowing Haaland to regain match fitness and acknowledges the striker's eagerness to contribute. Haaland, who has been absent from City's lineup since the early December defeat to Aston Villa, missed an impressive

Julian Alvarez, the versatile forward for Manchester City, expresses his readiness to adapt to any role for the team, emphasizing his commitment to contributing in various positions. As the Argentine turns 24, he reflects on his positive feelings and the significance of gaining substantial playing time, whether as a striker or in a deeper position. Alvarez has been a pivotal figure, particularly in the absence of Erling Haaland due to injury, assuming the number nine role and delivering 13 goals and 10 assists

In a weekend where the Premier League took a hiatus, Manchester City's routine victory against Huddersfield Town took center stage as Pep Guardiola orchestrated the return of his on-field maestro, Kevin De Bruyne. This moment, 57 minutes into the game, marked a pivotal shift for City and posed a significant threat to the rest of the league. The Build-Up to De Bruyne's Return The New Year brought a unique points table scenario, with five teams separated by a mere six points and Aston

Introduction: The January transfer window, introduced in the 2002-03 season, has become a pivotal period for Premier League clubs. Before the current two-window system, clubs could trade players throughout the season until March 31. Since then, the top-flight clubs have witnessed both successes and failures in the winter market. Arsenal's Mixed Fortunes: The Premier League's Big Six, including Arsenal, have collectively completed nearly 200 signings for their first-team squads in January since 2003. Arsenal, having made 22 deals, spent over £1.83 billion in

Manchester City's manager, Pep Guardiola, has announced that Erling Haaland will resume training with the team on Thursday. The Norwegian striker missed the recent game against Luton due to a foot complaint and will not travel to Belgrade for the Champions League meeting with Red Star on Wednesday. Although City has already secured the top spot in Group G, they aim to finish the group stage with a perfect 18 points. Guardiola is uncertain about Haaland's availability for the Premier League match against

Manchester City, in collaboration with fans and staff, is running a festive community campaign called 'The Greatest Season of All' to support young people in Manchester. The campaign involves gift-giving, community events, and fundraising efforts. So far, it has raised £200,000, equivalent to 5,760 hours of free 1-2-1 and group mentoring. The funds will contribute to healthier futures for young people, focusing on building confidence, life skills, and career aspirations through targeted mentoring and community football outreach by City in the Community coaches.

Unai Emery, the manager of Aston Villa, emphasized the need for immediate focus on the upcoming clash against Arsenal following their victory over Manchester City. Leon Bailey's second-half goal secured a well-deserved win for Aston Villa, propelling them above Manchester City into third place. Emery expressed the importance of enjoying the moment but maintaining balance and preparing for the next match. "We must be happy and enjoy this moment but also be balanced and prepare for the match on Saturday," said Emery after