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Unhappy Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola claims England midfielder Kalvin Phillips returned from the World Cup “not in the right condition to train”.The £42million summer signing from Leeds, who played just 40 minutes in Qatar, had made just four substitute appearances this season because of a shoulder injury and was initially a doubt to even make Gareth Southgate’s ...Full Story »

Nathan Ake headed the winner as Manchester City edged out rivals Liverpool 3-2 in a five-goal thriller to claim a place in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals.The Dutchman turned in a superb Kevin De Bruyne cross just before the hour at the Etihad Stadium to put City ahead for a third and decisive time in absorbing contest on Thursday.Liverpool had cancelled out earlier City goals from the prolific E...Full Story »

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has admitted that winning the Champions League would 'complete' his tenure at the Etihad, with the Cityzens only missing the European Cup to crown their recent domination at domestic level. Guardiola, who joined the Manchester outfit in 2016, has won nine major trophies and two Community Shields during his time at the Etihad Stadium, including four of the la...Full Story »

The centre-back, 20, has cemented his status as one of the hottest prospects in football with some impressive performances during the World Cup. Chelsea are planning a January move for Croatian star Josko Gvardiol Credit: Getty Unfortunately his and Croatia’s dreams ended on Tuesday night when they were beaten 3-0 by Argentina in the semi-final. However, the RB Leipzig scored one as he ...Full Story »

  Borussia Dortmund’s Jude Bellingham is almost certain to seal a huge transfer away from the Bundesliga in the near future. Even though he still has three years left on his deal, the 19-year-old England international is already one of the most in-demand players in Europe. Reportedly wanted by a host of Premier League clubs, as well as Real Madrid, it seems only a matter of t...Full Story »

Martin Canning stood in for under-the-weather Stoke boss Alex Neil and spoke of his pride at the visitors’ efforts in their 2-1 come-from-behind victory at Bristol City.Jacob Brown scored a second-half winner after Liam Delap had cancelled out Nahki Wells’ opener.Neil was struggling as he watched from the dugout and missed his post-match press conference, and assistant manager Cannin...Full Story »

Jacob Brown scored a second-half winner as Stoke came from behind to secure a 2-1 Sky Bet Championship victory over Bristol City at Ashton Gate.The hosts took a 33rd-minute lead when Cameron Pring tricked his way to the byline on the left and fired in a fierce cross which Nahki Wells converted from close range for his eighth goal of the season.But Stoke were level in first-half stoppage time whe...Full Story »

Legendary striker Ronaldo Nazario has stated that Brazil wanted to hire Pep Guardiola as manager but he preferred to say with Man City instead. WHAT HAPPENED? After their disappointing World Cup exit – suffered at the hands of exta-time and penalty shooutout experts Croatia – Brazil will be looking for a new manager. Indeed, following the defeat, Tite stepped down from his role wi...Full Story »

Ilkay Gundogan is prepared to see out the season with Manchester City. In recent weeks there have been reports in Germany that City want to tie the midfielder down to a new deal, but as of yet there has been no real movement from either party. Mundo Deportivo says Gundogan is in a 'preferential place' at the moment and if there is 'no radical turn of events' then he will leave the Etihad Sta...Full Story »

Alex Neil lamented not being awarded a “stonewall” penalty as Stoke were held to a 2-2 draw by fellow strugglers Cardiff.The Potters came from behind to take the lead in a dramatic first half before Liam Delap was twice felled in the area by a clumsy Cedric Kipre.But referee Andy Woolmer was left unmoved on both occasions at a pivotal time as Stoke attempted to consolidate their lead...Full Story »

Stoke and Cardiff showed no signs of rust from the Championship’s World Cup break as they played out an entertaining 2-2 draw at the Bet365 Stadium.Neither side showed any sign of cobwebs after the 28-day lay-off as they battled out a fast-paced and frenetic contest.The visiting Bluebirds notched an early opener when Ryan Wintle slotted home inside six minutes.Tyrese Campbell’s level...Full Story »

Bristol City kickstarted their season after the World Cup break with a 3-1 victory at Rotherham.The Robins had not won at Rotherham since 1995 but an own goal, Joe Williams and Cameron Pring bucked the trend and also ensured they leapfrogged Rotherham in the Championship table.It was a first league win since mid-October for Nigel Pearson’s side who made the most of their opportunities at t...Full Story »

Australia defender Harry Souttar could return to action for Stoke when the Sky Bet Championship resumes against Cardiff.Souttar, who recovered from a long-term knee injury, is back at Clayton Wood following the Socceroos’ exploits at the World Cup where they reached the last 16 and were beaten by Argentina.Midfielder Nick Powell is training again following a rib problem, but like Souttar m...Full Story »

Rotherham will be without Peter Kioso as their Championship season resumes against Bristol City.Kioso could be out for the rest of the year after suffering an ankle injury in the draw with Luton in November.The four-week break has allowed Shane Ferguson, Georgie Kelly, Grant Hall and Tolaji Bola to recover from injuries and boss Matt Taylor says he is picking from the strongest squad of his shor...Full Story »

Liverpool, Arsenal and Chelsea after Musah Liverpool have joined Arsenal, Chelsea and Inter in the race to sign Yunus Musah, says Calciomercato. The midfielder has impressed for the United States and Valencia and it has been reported that the Spanish side are eager to sign him to a new contract to fight off the interest. Gakpo admits he would consider Man Utd offer Netherlands and PSV star...Full Story »

  Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden says his World Cup has been a "mixed bag" but believes he has a chance of starting England's last-16 clash with Senegal. Foden scored in England's 3-0 Group B win against Wales, having missed his side's goalless draw with the USA. "It has been up and down," the City forward told BBC TV. "[I am] disappointed not to start more games but it i...Full Story »

Manchester City have entered the race for West Ham midfielder Declan Rice. Rice’s performances over the last few years have been exceptional and the England international has quickly become one of the best central midfielders in Europe. With West Ham struggling towards the bottom of the Premier League, Rice may have to consider leaving the club in order to pursue Champions League footb...Full Story »

  Milan to open Brahim Diaz talks with Real Madrid AC Milan want to talk to Real Madrid about Brahim Diaz and negotiate a lower fee for the Spaniard, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport (via Football Italia). Diaz signed for Milan on a two-year deal loan deal that is due to expire in the summer. The loan includes a purchase option set at €22 million, but the Rossoneri are ho...Full Story »

Friends say Erling, 22, is “smitten” with the 18-year-old. Erling Haaland has been dating long-time pal Isabel Haugseng Johansen for months, pals said She was pictured with Erling in Marbella this week, where he owns a villa Credit: MEGA The girl pictured with Erling in Marbella this week has been dating him for months, pals said today. The pair have mutual friends after growing ...Full Story »