After some initial struggles, Liverpool’s new striker got going as per expectations as Darwin Nunez scored four goals when Klopp’s men thrashed RB Leipzig 5-0 during their pre-season encounter last week. Being a marquee signing and having the 100m price tag on his head, any faltering steps from Nunez will not go unpunished by supporters …
Manchester City’s pre-season is off to a flyer. Pep Guardiola’s men got the better of Club America, a top-tier side of Mexican football with a narrow margin of two goals to one courtesy of their talismanic midfielder, Kevin De Bruyne. The match was the first pre-season encounter for the Cityzens who fielded the new signing …
Manchester City‘s £100m man Jack Grealish hasn’t quite found his feet for the Cityzens just yet. The England international joined City’s glittering attack last year from Aston Villa, adding further flair to an already impressive bunch. However, things haven’t gone swimmingly yet for the 26-year-old, as hasn’t quite blended seamlessly into Pep Guardiola’s system. Nevertheless, he …
It was a total celebratory mood that engulfed the blue side of Manchester last month as Man City successfully defended their Premier League crown. It was not an easy campaign for the club which saw heavy competition from Liverpool and ultimately could seal the title with a one-point lead on the final day. While some …
A fourth Premier League title in 5 years certainly calls for celebrations and champions Manchester City celebrate in style. In a similar fashion to the previous parades, City brought out the double-decker, sported a custom fit designed by Puma, asked Pep to grab his dancing shoes, and cranked up some classics from Oasis. Joined by …
When it comes to switching clubs, players aren’t just tempted by money, ambition or the project. In fact, the prospect of developing under a particular manager is enough to sway a player’s opinions, and in the past decade, there’s been one tactical mastermind which seemingly everyone would like to play under. Pep Guardiola‘s incredible accomplishments …
Over the last couple of weeks, Manchester City’s Jack Grealish has been in the news for his experiences on the sidelines than when he has come onto the pitch. During City’s Champions League Quarter-Final games against Atletico Madrid, Grealish was heavily targeted by Simeone’s men in an attempt to rile up the player into receiving …
With the current football season coming to a close soon, football fans would be on the lookout for a change of threads for the new season. There is nothing like the feeling of donning the new home kit of the club one supports. It is a tradition, especially for fans who are geographically distant from …
Following a narrow scoreline in the first leg of the UCL Quarter-Finals, the tie was still up for grabs for both Man City and Atletico Madrid in the second leg on Wednesday. The English side led 1-0 on aggregate after Kevin De Bruyne sent them ahead during the first leg. With Atletico opting to park …
When the UCL Quarter Final draws were made, Man City’s pairing with Atletico Madrid anticipated a conflict of styles in many ways. On one hand, there is City who are known for its possession-based game and is coached by Pep Guardiola who popularized the ‘tiki-taka’ system of fast build-up play using the acquired possession. On …
Jack Grealish signed for Premier League Giants Manchester City at the start of the 2020/21 season for £100 million from his boyhood club Aston Villa, thus making him the most expensive English player in the world. It has been a great 10-12 months for him as Grealish also helped in taking his national team to …
Friendlies are often fun prospects offering a chance for teams to try out new approaches or throw in some youngsters. Be it at the club or international level, the expectation remains the same, a low-key affair that hopefully doesn’t tread into the mundane territory. However, referees, as they so often do, can play spoilsport and hamper …
Last night, a resilient Crystal Palace side kept out league leaders Manchester City, for the second time this season, at Selhurst Park. Patrick Viera’s side were defiant in their approach and frustrated City. The Manchester Blues had the lion’s share of possession as they usually do, but failed to capitalize on any opportunities they created. Their …
Fans coming across their favourite stars and idols is always a delight to behold, similarly, this video of one such meet-up will probably be the most heartwarming thing you will see today. Captured before Manchester City’s FA Cup tie against Fulham, it centres around a classy gesture from Jack Grealish, which made a fan’s day. …
Who had Philippe Coutinho to Aston Villa on their bingo card? Definitely no one. Well, such is the uncertain nature of the game we all love. The Brazilian who joined Barcelona in 2018 for a whopping €160m fee, completed a loan move to Aston Villa yesterday. Coutinho wasn’t able to recapture the impeccable form he …
England’s heartthrob Jack Grealish hasn’t exactly hit the ground running since his £100m move to reigning champions Manchester City. A victim of his own greatness, Grealish’s performances for City have been less than impressive. But it’s only a matter of time before the winger regains his top form as was on display during his days …
It’s beyond frustrating when one of your favourite footballers leaves the club. The frustration becomes even more painful when you find out that the old kit with the said player’s name has now been rendered obsolete. Lots of Aston Villa fans suffered the same fate when Jack Grealish moved to Manchester City in a £100m …