At a key meeting on Monday of the State Council, China’s cabinet, officials were urged to “revitalise and develop” the country’s football industry and bring it into a “new phase”. It was an unexpected agenda item at a meeting, chaired by Premier Li Qiang, that was largely focused on implementing decisions from the Communist Party’s … Read more
STEPHEN CARR knows all about beating Manchester United in a big League Cup tie. Just over 26 years ago, defender Carr was part of the Tottenham team that stunned Sir Alex Ferguson’s soon-to-be Treble winners with a 3-1 quarter-final home win. 2 Ange Postecoglou will try to navigate his Tottenham side past Manchester United in … Read more
Last Updated:December 16, 2024, 00:17 IST Josko Gvardiol’s header in the first period of the game gave City the lead, but quick strikes from Bruno Fernandes and Amad Diallo late in the second half gave United the win on enemy territory. Amad Diallo. (X) Manchester United rallied back from a goal down to beat Manchester … Read more
Last Updated:December 10, 2024, 22:58 IST Mourinho explained that it was not his primary motive to see the PL giants get relegated, but rather see to it that justice is served, whatever that may entail. Jose Mourinho (L) facing off against Pep Guardiola (R) in the Premier League (AFP) The Special One has never been … Read more
Last Updated:December 09, 2024, 23:42 IST The Premier League brought the charges in February 2023 but there has been a long wait for the case to proceed before an independent commission. Manchester City’s Kevin De Bruyne, second from right, with Bernardo Silva. (Image: AP) Manchester City’s long-awaited hearing into 115 breaches of Premier League rules … Read more
Last Updated:December 06, 2024, 19:04 IST Pep Guardiola reminded he has won more Premier League title than Jose Mourinho while responding to a query. Jose Mourinho (left) and Pep Guardiola (AP Photo) Fenerbahce head coach Jose Mourinho, who is well known for his exploits in England, has shot back at Pep Guardiola after the Spaniard … Read more
Last Updated:December 03, 2024, 20:58 IST Mohamed Salah spoke about his contract situation, calling Liverpool’s 2-0 win over City probably his last game against the Mancunian side as things stand. Slot went on to jest that Salah probably had an in on the information pertaining to City’s charges. Arne Slot. (AP Photo) Liverpool boss Arne … Read more
RASMUS HOJLUND might have thought he could bask at least overnight in the glory of a match-winning double. After all, it was not only Ruben Amorim’s first home game in charge of Manchester United but also a 3-2 comeback victory packed with attacks. 4 Rasmus Hojlund was told to get better despite a match-winning doubleCredit: … Read more
Last Updated:November 27, 2024, 07:23 IST A point did snap City’s five-game losing streak, but did little to inspire confidence ahead of Sunday’s daunting trip to Premier League leaders Liverpool. Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola. (Picture Credit: AP) Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola said a 3-3 draw in the Champions League against Feyenoord felt like … Read more
Last Updated:November 22, 2024, 08:12 IST There had been speculation the 53-year-old’s City career could be coming to an end, with the club facing an uncertain future due to an ongoing hearing over 115 breaches of the Premier League’s financial regulations. Pep Guardiola signs contract extension with Man City. (Picture Credit: X/@ManCity) Pep Guardiola has … Read more
