Pep Guardiola hails new £50m signing as a 'mini-Rodri' after starring in Man City's 4-0 win over Newcastle
1 month ago

Pep Guardiola hails new £50m signing as a 'mini-Rodri' after starring in Man City's 4-0 win over Newcastle

Daily Mail  

Pep Guardiola hailed Nico Gonzalez after his impressive Premier League debut in Manchester City's 4-0 win over Newcastle. While most of the attention was given to Omar Marmoush, who netted his first City hat-trick in the thumping win, Guardiola reserved special praise for the former Barcelona youngster. Nico Gonzalez made an impressive Premier League debut for Manchester City on Saturday afternoon Pep Guardiola hailed the 23-year-old as a 'mini Rodri' after his display against Newcastle City have sorely missed the reigning Ballon d'Or winner, who has been out since September after suffering an ACL injury Another of City's winter signings, Marmoush, shone against Eddie Howe's men, with a first half hat-trick that helped the defending champions bounce back from their crushing Champions League play-off defeat by Real Madrid in midweek. Guardiola's side travel to Madrid in midweek, where they will try to overturn their first -leg deficit to the Spanish giants before welcoming league leaders Liverpool to the Etihad next Sunday.

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Nico Gonzalez: How the ‘mini-Rodri’ is making Man City tick again
1 month ago

Nico Gonzalez: How the ‘mini-Rodri’ is making Man City tick again

The Independent  

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Nico Gonzalez can be Man City’s ‘mini-Rodri’ – Pep Guardiola
1 month ago

Nico Gonzalez can be Man City’s ‘mini-Rodri’ – Pep Guardiola

The Independent  

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Premier League 2024-25: ‘Mini Rodri’ Gonzalez brings stability to Manchester City, says Guardiola
1 month ago

Premier League 2024-25: ‘Mini Rodri’ Gonzalez brings stability to Manchester City, says Guardiola

The Hindu  

Pep Guardiola believes Nico Gonzalez can step into the void left by Rodri after making an impressive Premier League debut in Manchester City’s 4-0 thrashing of Newcastle on Saturday. Guardiola’s men have won the Premier League for the past four seasons but currently sit fourth in the table, 13 points adrift of leader Liverpool. That will give us more presence …

Pep Guardiola and Man City slammed for 'ageing badly' as Spanish press raise questions over whether 'lost' manager could QUIT after humbling by Real Madrid, with players 'making his bed'
1 month, 1 week ago

Pep Guardiola and Man City slammed for 'ageing badly' as Spanish press raise questions over whether 'lost' manager could QUIT after humbling by Real Madrid, with players 'making his bed'

Daily Mail  

Pep Guardiola and his Manchester City stars were ripped into by Spanish press after the side capitulated during a 3-2 defeat by Real Madrid on Tuesday night. Manchester City fell to a 3-2 defeat against Real Madrid in the Champions League on Tuesday Afterwards, City were mocked by Spanish press - with this headline saying 'Stick to Pep' Meanwhile, Mundo …

Man City finally sign Rodri replacement with £49m splurge on Porto star
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Man City finally sign Rodri replacement with £49m splurge on Porto star

The Independent  

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DANNY MURPHY: Pep Guardiola must dig out his stars... with the axe! It's time for the Man City boss to introduce youthful energy to solve their crisis
3 months ago

DANNY MURPHY: Pep Guardiola must dig out his stars... with the axe! It's time for the Man City boss to introduce youthful energy to solve their crisis

Daily Mail  

After another miserable showing, Pep Guardiola has to be bold and give his senior players a kick up the backside. It’s time to introduce youthful energy into the Manchester City team, either through the January transfer window or throwing in the fittest, hungriest players already at the club. Pep Guardiola's side fell to a shocking ninth defeat in their last …

Pep Guardiola sends defiant six-word message as beleaguered Manchester City boss vows to keep fighting to arrest Premier League champion's alarming slide ahead of trip to Anfield
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Pep Guardiola sends defiant six-word message as beleaguered Manchester City boss vows to keep fighting to arrest Premier League champion's alarming slide ahead of trip to Anfield

Daily Mail  

Pep Guardiola insisted on Friday night he will face up to the challenge of reviving his Manchester City side after their horror run and admits his past successes are buying him time. ",' said Guardiola, whose team have lost five of their last six games ahead of Sunday's clash at Liverpool. Pep Guardiola insisted he will face up to the …

Premier League 2024-25: Pep Guardiola signs two-year contract extension with Manchester City
4 months ago

Premier League 2024-25: Pep Guardiola signs two-year contract extension with Manchester City

The Hindu  

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has signed a two-year contract extension that will keep him at the club until 2027, the Premier League champion said on Thursday. Spaniard Guardiola’s decision means he will spend more than a decade at the club he joined in 2016 and has led to a dazzling array of silverware, including six Premier League titles and …

Guardiola signs two-year contract extension at Manchester City
4 months ago

Guardiola signs two-year contract extension at Manchester City

Al Jazeera  

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has signed a two-year contract extension that will keep him at the Premier League champions until 2027. “Manchester City means so much to me,” the 53-year-old, who previously had successful spells at Barcelona and Bayern Munich, said in a statement. “I don’t have that feeling right now and that’s why I extended a little bit …

Man City are 'ready to go all out for Liverpool target in January' with Pep Guardiola's side 'keen to find replacement for Rodri after injury bombshell'
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Man City are 'ready to go all out for Liverpool target in January' with Pep Guardiola's side 'keen to find replacement for Rodri after injury bombshell'

Daily Mail  

Manchester City have been dealt a huge blow with Rodri picking up a serious knee injury, but according to reports in Spain the Premier League champions are set to go all out to sign a replacement in January. Rodri has become arguably the world's leading defensive midfielder and as such it is unlikely that any one player could adequately replicate …

The key tactical tweak made by Pep Guardiola that shows they will cope without Rodri as Man City duo impress in the midfield maestro's absence
5 months, 3 weeks ago

The key tactical tweak made by Pep Guardiola that shows they will cope without Rodri as Man City duo impress in the midfield maestro's absence

Daily Mail  

Bounding down the steps to leave St James' Park, Pep Guardiola cheerily blew kisses in acknowledgement of the Newcastle United fans affording him a warm reception. Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has to find a long-term solution to plug the midfield hole left by Rodri Rodri tore his ACL against Arsenal and is highly likely to miss the remainder of …

Pep Guardiola concentrates on finding solutions for Rodri’s absence after draw
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Pep Guardiola concentrates on finding solutions for Rodri’s absence after draw

The Independent  

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Pep Guardiola offers hope in new Rodri injury update as he insists Man City will not use it as an excuse in title race with Arsenal - and reveals message he sent Mikel Arteta after 2-2 draw
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Pep Guardiola offers hope in new Rodri injury update as he insists Man City will not use it as an excuse in title race with Arsenal - and reveals message he sent Mikel Arteta after 2-2 draw

Daily Mail  

Pep Guardiola vowed that Manchester City will not use Rodri's long-term absence as an excuse in their latest Premier League title defence. Rodri went down with a knee injury after just 16 minutes of Man City's match with Arsenal Pep Guardiola has confirmed that the Spanish midfielder will not feature 'for a long time' Mateo Kovacic could prove to be …

Man City are forced to accept absent Rodri really is irreplaceable as Pep Guardiola admits No 6 position is a problem with Euros winner out of opener at Stamford Bridge
7 months ago

Man City are forced to accept absent Rodri really is irreplaceable as Pep Guardiola admits No 6 position is a problem with Euros winner out of opener at Stamford Bridge

Daily Mail  

He has been an incredibly important player for City who have not found back-up Up in the offices at the City Football Academy, overlooking a squad car park which has a couple of extra vacant spaces this year, Txiki Begiristain compiles a file of three for every position. Manchester City will be forced to adapt to playing without key man …

Rodri ruled out of Manchester City’s Premier League opener as Pep Guardiola provides fitness update
7 months ago

Rodri ruled out of Manchester City’s Premier League opener as Pep Guardiola provides fitness update

The Independent  

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PLAYER RATINGS: Josko Gvardiol is becoming a key player for Pep Guardiola during the title run-in but who has grown into his role at Man City with incisive moments?
10 months, 1 week ago

PLAYER RATINGS: Josko Gvardiol is becoming a key player for Pep Guardiola during the title run-in but who has grown into his role at Man City with incisive moments?

Daily Mail  

Manchester City continued their ruthless march towards a record fourth-consecutive Premier League title as they brushed aside Fulham at Craven Cottage on Saturday afternoon. Josko Gvardiol was the hero of the hour as defender bagged a brace to keep City in the hunt Phil Foden looked every inch a worthy honouree of the FWA Footballer of the Year award Victory …

Pep Guardiola needs drastic measures to solve Manchester City’s case of ‘Rodri-dependencia’
1 year, 3 months ago

Pep Guardiola needs drastic measures to solve Manchester City’s case of ‘Rodri-dependencia’

The Independent  

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Rodri hails Pep Guardiola for making football EASIER and elevating him to a 'level he didn't know he could reach' at Man City as he bids to be even 'better than Sergio Busquets' in defensive role
1 year, 5 months ago

Rodri hails Pep Guardiola for making football EASIER and elevating him to a 'level he didn't know he could reach' at Man City as he bids to be even 'better than Sergio Busquets' in defensive role

Daily Mail  

Rodri has shared that working under Pep Guardiola has elevated him to a 'level he didn't know he could reach', and that he now sees football as 'easier' in a new interview. Rodri's enduring importance to Guardiola's side has been particularly heightened in recent weeks after he picked up a red card against Nottingham Forest and received a three-match ban. …

No arm around the shoulder – Pep Guardiola counts the cost of Rodri red card
1 year, 5 months ago

No arm around the shoulder – Pep Guardiola counts the cost of Rodri red card

The Independent  

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Man City will adapt in Guardiola’s absence: Bernardo Silva
1 year, 6 months ago

Man City will adapt in Guardiola’s absence: Bernardo Silva

The Hindu  

Midfielder Bernardo Silva is confident Manchester City will adapt in the absence of manager Pep Guardiola, who will miss the treble winner’s Premier League clashes against Sheffield United and Fulham after undergoing back surgery. “Little impact, in the sense that whilst it would be good to have our coach alongside us, if we were to be without him for two …

Rodri is Man City's midfield metronome - but he needs a rest
1 year, 10 months ago

Rodri is Man City's midfield metronome - but he needs a rest

Daily Mail  

Incredibly, Rodri has played more minutes than Manchester City's first-choice goalkeeper, Ederson, this season so it is little wonder the holding midfielder looks like he might need a short rest. Rodri has started every single Premier League game since October and is in need of some rest Pep Guardiola knows Rodri's importance to the team and there is reluctance to …

Pep Guardiola marvels at Julian Alvarez's stunning performance in win over Fulham
1 year, 10 months ago

Pep Guardiola marvels at Julian Alvarez's stunning performance in win over Fulham

Daily Mail  

On the day when Erling Haaland brought up his half-century for the season, he was always going to take the headlines. Yet the performance of Julian Alvarez was another timely reminder of a Man City squad that is abundant with quality, as the Argentinian inspired Pep Guardiola’s side to their eighth Premier League win on the trot. Julian Alvarez produced …

Pep Guardiola says 4-1 win vs Liverpool was 'one of the BEST performances' in his time at the club
1 year, 11 months ago

Pep Guardiola says 4-1 win vs Liverpool was 'one of the BEST performances' in his time at the club

Daily Mail  

Pep Guardiola has lauded his Man City team after their 4-1 win vs Liverpool Pep Guardiola has lauded his team for delivering one of their 'best performances' in his seven years at the football club, following Manchester City's huge 4-1 victory against Liverpool. Pep Guardiola has lauded his Manchester City team for 'one of their best performances' Jack Grealisih was …

Pep Guardiola satisfied with Man City’s position ahead of World Cup break
2 years, 4 months ago

Pep Guardiola satisfied with Man City’s position ahead of World Cup break

The Independent  

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Man City boss Pep Guardiola hails Erling Haaland as incomparable
2 years, 5 months ago

Man City boss Pep Guardiola hails Erling Haaland as incomparable

Daily Mail  

Pep Guardiola believes 'no-one can compete with Erling Haaland' after the Norwegian striker made a sensational start to life at Manchester City. Erling Haaland has scored 17 times in 11 games in a stunning start at Manchester City That included a hat-trick as City thrashed Manchester United 6-3 in the derby on Sunday And City manager Guardiola, speaking ahead of …

Manchester City star Rodri urges 'perfect coach' Pep Guardiola to stay at the Etihad
2 years, 5 months ago

Manchester City star Rodri urges 'perfect coach' Pep Guardiola to stay at the Etihad

Daily Mail  

Manchester City midfielder Rodri wants boss Pep Guardiola to sign a new contract at the club with the Spanish star convinced that the team will be in a better position to compete for trophies with him in charge. Guardiola's current contract at the Etihad runs until the summer of 2023, with question marks looming over his future in Manchester as …

PSG remain interested in Bernardo Silva but fear pursuit of Portuguese star is too late in window
2 years, 6 months ago

PSG remain interested in Bernardo Silva but fear pursuit of Portuguese star is too late in window

Daily Mail  

Bernardo Silva remains a target for PSG, but they believe it may be too late in the window for the Manchester City winger to be allowed to leave. PSG are interested in a move for Manchester City's 28-year-old winger Bernardo Silva They fear it might be too late in the window for Pep Guardiola to consider a move for him …

Pep Guardiola plans to keep new left-back Sergio Gomez at Man City
2 years, 7 months ago

Pep Guardiola plans to keep new left-back Sergio Gomez at Man City

The Independent  

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Pep Guardiola is confident Man City can persuade Bernardo Silva to stay amid interest from Barcelona
2 years, 9 months ago

Pep Guardiola is confident Man City can persuade Bernardo Silva to stay amid interest from Barcelona

Daily Mail  

Pep Guardiola believes Bernardo Silva will remain a Manchester City player next season amid reported interest from Barcelona - but admitted he does not feel comfortable keeping unhappy players. Bernardo Silva scored eight Premier League goals as Man City won a fourth title in five years He reportedly informed the club of his desire to leave, with Barcelona his destination …

How much more can Pep Guardiola take after falling short in the Champions League with Man City?
2 years, 10 months ago

How much more can Pep Guardiola take after falling short in the Champions League with Man City?

Daily Mail  

It now comes down to the issue of how much one team and one man can take. It now comes down to the issue of how much Pep Guardiola and Manchester City can take Six times they have failed to win the Champions League under Guardiola, each attempt even more calamitous than the next Here, at City, it's different and …

Man City's Bernardo Silva enjoying his best form, says boss Pep Guardiola
3 years, 5 months ago

Man City's Bernardo Silva enjoying his best form, says boss Pep Guardiola

The Hindu  

Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva's performance in Saturday's 2-0 Premier League win over Burnley was "out of this world", manager Pep Guardiola said. Silva scored the opening goal and Kevin De Bruyne added another as City beat Burnley at the Etihad Stadium to stay third on the points table. Guardiola said playmaker Silva showed glimpses of his form from its …

Guardiola hails Silva's performance in unfamiliar role against Chelsea
3 years, 5 months ago

Guardiola hails Silva's performance in unfamiliar role against Chelsea

Hindustan Times  

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has hailed Bernardo Silva's performance in their 1-0 Premier League win at Chelsea at the weekend, the Portugal international impressing in a deeper-lying central midfield role. Manchester City's Bernardo Silva in action with Chelsea's Mateo Kovacic Silva, who usually operates as an attacking midfielder, featured in a deeper role with Rodri and played a vital …

Pep Guardiola delighted match-winner Bernardo Silva stayed at Manchester City
3 years, 6 months ago

Pep Guardiola delighted match-winner Bernardo Silva stayed at Manchester City

The Independent  

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Premier League: Pep Guardiola happy Bernardo Silva stayed at Manchester City after move talks
3 years, 6 months ago

Premier League: Pep Guardiola happy Bernardo Silva stayed at Manchester City after move talks

Firstpost  

Portugal’s Silva was linked with a move away from the champions in the close season after Guardiola admitted he was concerned by his reduction in playing time last season. Leicester: Pep Guardiola insisted he was happy to have kept Bernardo Silva at Manchester City after the Portugal playmaker sealed a 1-0 win at Leicester on Saturday. Silva’s second-half goal gave …

Pep Guardiola backs Manchester City bosses despite missing out on Harry Kane and Cristiano Ronaldo
3 years, 6 months ago

Pep Guardiola backs Manchester City bosses despite missing out on Harry Kane and Cristiano Ronaldo

Daily Mail  

Pep Guardiola leapt to the defence of his bosses at Manchester City despite the club missing out on Harry Kane and Cristiano Ronaldo in the transfer window. Guardiola acted quickly to absolve chief executive Ferran Soriano and chief executive Txiki Begiristain from blame even though they were unable to lure Kane from Tottenham and Ronaldo chose to join Manchester United. …

Pep Guardiola declares love for departing Sergio Aguero after Crystal Palace special
3 years, 10 months ago

Pep Guardiola declares love for departing Sergio Aguero after Crystal Palace special

The Hindu  

Sergio Aguero's glittering Manchester City career is in its final weeks but the 32-year-old Argentine provided evidence of just how much he will be missed on Saturday. Injury, illness and manager Pep Guardiola's preference for a line-up featuring no orthodox striker have limited Aguero's appearances in his final season, a decade after joining. But given a rare start at Crystal …

Pep Guardiola matches Jose Mourinho’s Champions League semi-final record
3 years, 11 months ago

Pep Guardiola matches Jose Mourinho’s Champions League semi-final record

The Independent  

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Premier League: Leeds United manager Marcelo Bielsa prepares for Pep Guardiola's bag of surprises
3 years, 11 months ago

Premier League: Leeds United manager Marcelo Bielsa prepares for Pep Guardiola's bag of surprises

Firstpost  

Guardiola is a very public admirer of Bielsa but it was the 65-year-old Argentine’s turn to praise his opposite number on Thursday. Leeds United manager Marcelo Bielsa expects a tough battle at runaway Premier League leaders Manchester City on Saturday, calling Pep Guardiola’s side one “full of surprises.” Bielsa’s team have garnered a lot of praise of their own for …

Manchester City Boss Pep Guardiola Won't Turn To Transfer Market To Fix Scoring Woes
4 years, 3 months ago

Manchester City Boss Pep Guardiola Won't Turn To Transfer Market To Fix Scoring Woes

News 18  

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has no intention of turning to the transfer market to find solutions for his teams scoring problems, which are posing one of the biggest challenges of his coaching career. City finished as the top scorer in the league in each of those three seasons scoring more than 100 goals on two occasions while Barcelona and …

Manchester City's defensive signings under Pep Guardiola - how have they fared?
4 years, 5 months ago

Manchester City's defensive signings under Pep Guardiola - how have they fared?

Daily Mail  

Manchester City may have the most vast resources of anyone arguably in world football but despite all their riches they still can't solve their poor defensive issues. Verdict: Miss Money spent on defenders in 2016-17: £49.2m Centre back John Stones has fallen off tremendously in recent seasons at the Etihad 2017-18 Kyle Walker - £54m After one season in charge …

A statement victory from City but Guardiola keeps his cool - Football News
4 years, 7 months ago

A statement victory from City but Guardiola keeps his cool - Football News

The Hindu  

Pep Guardiola's Manchester City delivered a statement performance to move past Real Madrid and into the quarter-finals of the Champions League on Saturday, putting aside questions about its mettle in Europe's top competition. While City showed the kind of focus and discipline that had helped Real to three Champions League titles under Zinedine Zidane, the Spaniards were undone with the …

City's Guardiola full of admiration for special Bielsa
4 years, 8 months ago

City's Guardiola full of admiration for special Bielsa

The Hindu  

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola never played under Marcelo Bielsa but credits the Leeds United coach as one of the most important influences on his own trophy-laden managerial career. They showed a lot of character to get promoted a year later and have been consistent,” Guardiola told a news conference ahead of City's trip to relegation-threatened Watford on Tuesday. He …

Pep Guardiola is preparing for his second coming at Manchester City
4 years, 8 months ago

Pep Guardiola is preparing for his second coming at Manchester City

Daily Mail  

It was about a month ago when Pep Guardiola dropped the first hint that he intended to stick around at Manchester City. Pep Guardiola is preparing to build another great title-winning team at Manchester City Midfield playmaker Kevin De Bruyne will be key to Guardiola's rebuilding of the team The perceived wisdom was that Guardiola's future at City would be …

Pep Guardiola backs misfiring Raheem Sterling
5 years ago

Pep Guardiola backs misfiring Raheem Sterling

The Hindu  

Pep Guardiola is confident Raheem Sterling will soon get back on the goal trail after a tough run of form at Manchester City. Read: Guardiola not keen on games behind closed doors A hamstring injury further compromised the 25-year-old and, although he produced a telling cameo from the bench in City's 2-1 Champions League comeback win at Real Madrid last …

Manchester United went head-to-head with Man City for Rodri last summer
5 years ago

Manchester United went head-to-head with Man City for Rodri last summer

Daily Mail  

Manchester City star Rodri could have been lining up for his side's bitter rivals on Sunday if Manchester United got their way last summer. The Athletic report how Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side compiled in-depth scouting reports on the former Atletico Madrid ace before City got their man. Rodri could have been lining up for Man United during Sunday's Old Trafford …

Pep Guardiola on City injuries: A manager needs his players
5 years ago

Pep Guardiola on City injuries: A manager needs his players

The Hindu  

Pep Guardiola downplayed the significance of his tactical tweaks and bemoaned Manchester City's injury problems, stating: "No managers can do it without the players". Along with the "little, little, little" details, Guardiola attributes his team's results down to the players. He was therefore frustrated to again lose star defender Aymeric Laporte to a hamstring injury in Madrid and suggested City …

MARTIN KEOWN: Raheem Sterling comes off the bench to swing it for Manchester City
5 years ago

MARTIN KEOWN: Raheem Sterling comes off the bench to swing it for Manchester City

Daily Mail  

Manchester City's comeback was down to the magnificent movement of Raheem Sterling, and this is something the 25-year-old has mastered under Pep Guardiola. In the 78th, he made an off-the-ball run behind Real Madrid's defence, before Kevin De Bruyne joined his team-mate in support. Raheem Sterling was hauled off the bench to devastating effect for Manchester City Sterling won the …

Pep Guardiola hails Gabriel Jesus as Man City star's brace proves decisive against Everton
5 years, 2 months ago

Pep Guardiola hails Gabriel Jesus as Man City star's brace proves decisive against Everton

Daily Mail  

Pep Guardiola hailed Gabriel Jesus' continual improvement following the Brazilian's double in Manchester City's victory over Everton. Jesus struck both goals at the Etihad Stadium on New Year's Day as the Premier League champions claimed a hard-fought 2-1 win against Carlo Ancelotti's new side. Pep Guardiola hailed Gabriel Jesus' continual improvement following the Brazilian's double Injuries and a lack of …

Pep Guardiola content with display in draw with Newcastle United
5 years, 3 months ago

Pep Guardiola content with display in draw with Newcastle United

The Hindu  

Pep Guardiola insists he was happy with his side's performance despite Jonjo Shevley's late strike for Newcastle United denying Manchester City all three points on Saturday. City looked like it was heading for a slender win after Kevin De Bruyne's stunning 82nd-minute strike, but Shelvey whipped home from 25 yards to seal a 2-2 draw for Steve Bruce's side. Read: …

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