Pep Guardiola names the nine clubs who wanted Man City out of Champions League
2 years, 1 month ago

Pep Guardiola names the nine clubs who wanted Man City out of Champions League

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Pep Guardiola has taken aim at nine English clubs for attempting to push Manchester City out of the Champions League. Reacting to City being hit by the Premier League with more than 100 breaches of its financial rules on Monday, Guardiola vehementally defended the champions’ position. The Spanish coach recalled the club’s predicament in 2020 and named nine rivals who supported Uefa’s attempt to banish City from the top tier of European football. Guardiola said: “While we wait for Uefa to make a sentence against us, nine teams - Burnley, Wolves, Leicester, Newcastle, Spurs, Arsenal, United, Liverpool, Chelsea - out of the Champions League when they wanted that position.

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Premier League 2024-25: Man City boss Guardiola feeling pressure as top-four race heats up
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Premier League 2024-25: Man City boss Guardiola feeling pressure as top-four race heats up

The Hindu  

Pep Guardiola admitted Friday he is feeling the pressure as he tries to salvage Manchester City’s poor season by finishing in the top four of the Premier League. City, which has won six of the past seven Premier League titles, is currently fourth in the table, a single point behind Saturday’s opponent Nottingham Forest. It doesn’t matter what you are …

Pep Guardiola determined to avoid FA Cup upset against ‘tricky’ Plymouth
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Pep Guardiola determined to avoid FA Cup upset against ‘tricky’ Plymouth

The Independent  

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‘Next, next, next’: Pep Guardiola refuses to respond to La Liga’s legal complaint
3 weeks, 6 days ago

‘Next, next, next’: Pep Guardiola refuses to respond to La Liga’s legal complaint

The Independent  

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Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola: Kevin De Bruyne has to decide on his future
1 month ago

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola: Kevin De Bruyne has to decide on his future

The Independent  

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Premier League 2024-25: Man City faces fight to qualify for Champions League, says Guardiola
1 month ago

Premier League 2024-25: Man City faces fight to qualify for Champions League, says Guardiola

The Hindu  

Manchester City’s eighth Premier League defeat of the season at home to Liverpool on Sunday left Pep Guardiola’s side 20 points off the pace set by its opponent, but of more immediate concern is making sure it qualifies for the Champions League. City’s 2-0 loss left Liverpool 11 points clear at the top and seemingly with one hand already on …

Man City vs Liverpool LIVE: Premier League score and updates as Erling Haaland absent from matchday squad
1 month ago

Man City vs Liverpool LIVE: Premier League score and updates as Erling Haaland absent from matchday squad

The Independent  

✕ Close Top four finish would be ‘unbelievable’, admits Pep Guardiola Manchester City host Liverpool in the Premier League with the leaders looking to establish an 11-point lead at the top of the table. Arne Slot’s side could only manage a draw to Villa in midweek, but Arsenal’s loss against West Ham gives the Merseyside club an ideal opportunity to …

Guardiola speechless over Jamie Carragher’s comments on Erling Haaland’s absence
1 month ago

Guardiola speechless over Jamie Carragher’s comments on Erling Haaland’s absence

The Independent  

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Liverpool and Man City are a world apart this season and the difference is clear
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1 month ago

Liverpool and Man City are a world apart this season and the difference is clear

The Independent  

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Pep Guardiola hints at Man City clearout in the summer: ‘That is the reality’
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1 month ago

Pep Guardiola hints at Man City clearout in the summer: ‘That is the reality’

The Independent  

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Man City turn focus to Champions League qualification after Real Madrid humbling
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Man City turn focus to Champions League qualification after Real Madrid humbling

The Independent  

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Manchester City no longer extraordinary, says Guardiola after Champions League exit
1 month, 1 week ago

Manchester City no longer extraordinary, says Guardiola after Champions League exit

The Hindu  

Manager Pep Guardiola said Manchester City’s times of greatness are gone as the Premier League holders crashed out of the Champions League on Wednesday with a humbling 6-3 aggregate defeat to Real Madrid in the knockouts. Kylian Mbappe’s hat-trick put the holders in the last 16 and left Guardiola’s team licking more wounds in a terrible season by its standards …

Manchester City’s predictable Champions League humbling leaves Pep Guardiola with sobering realisation
1 month, 1 week ago

Manchester City’s predictable Champions League humbling leaves Pep Guardiola with sobering realisation

The Independent  

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Slide continues for Guardiola and Man City in Champions League exit
1 month, 1 week ago

Slide continues for Guardiola and Man City in Champions League exit

Associated Press  

MADRID — The search for answers will continue for Pep Guardiola and Manchester City. Guardiola couldn’t find a way to keep City alive in the Champions League on Wednesday, when another poor performance led to a 3-1 loss to Real Madrid and a 6-3 aggregate defeat to the Spanish powerhouse in the playoffs. Guardiola was hoping he could fix the …

Real Madrid vs Manchester City LIVE Streaming info: When, where to watch RMA vs MCI in UEFA Champions League?
1 month, 1 week ago

Real Madrid vs Manchester City LIVE Streaming info: When, where to watch RMA vs MCI in UEFA Champions League?

The Hindu  

PREVIEW Pep Guardiola admitted on Tuesday that he was playing mind games when he claimed Manchester City had only a “one percent” chance of overturning Real Madrid in their Champions League last-16 tie. It’s not the best result, but we can do it.” Real Madrid vs Manchester City Live Score City trails after a late collapse saw Real win 3-2 …

Real Madrid vs Man City: UEFA Champions League – start, team news, preview
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1 month, 1 week ago

Real Madrid vs Man City: UEFA Champions League – start, team news, preview

Al Jazeera  

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti says Manchester City must not be underestimated in their Champions League playoff. Who: Real Madrid vs Manchester City What: UEFA Champions League Where: Santiago Bernabeu, Madrid, Spain When: Wednesday, February 19 at 9pm local time Follow Al Jazeera Sport’s live text and photo commentary stream of the match. Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti says his …

Man City have ‘one per cent’ chance of beating Real Madrid as injuries pile up
1 month, 1 week ago

Man City have ‘one per cent’ chance of beating Real Madrid as injuries pile up

The Independent  

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Guardiola taunts Liverpool over Man City’s 100-point Premier League record
1 month, 1 week ago

Guardiola taunts Liverpool over Man City’s 100-point Premier League record

The Hindu  

Pep Guardiola has taunted Premier League leader Liverpool over its failure to match Manchester City’s record 100-point tally. Responding to criticism of City’s spluttering dynasty after Tuesday’s 3-2 home defeat against Real Madrid in the Champions League play-off round first leg, Guardiola took a tetchy swipe at Liverpool. They cannot do 100 points already - 99 but not 100.” While …

Pep Guardiola says Liverpool can’t match Manchester City’s 100-point record
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1 month, 1 week ago

Pep Guardiola says Liverpool can’t match Manchester City’s 100-point record

The Independent  

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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, 2 weeks 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 …

Champions League 2024-25: Guardiola rues late goal against Real Madrid
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Champions League 2024-25: Guardiola rues late goal against Real Madrid

The Hindu  

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola had no explanation for yet another late-game collapse as his team lost 3-2 at home to Real Madrid in the Champions League playoffs on Tuesday to leave their campaign hanging by a thread ahead of the second leg. Brahim Diaz and Jude Bellingham struck late to erase City’s 2-1 lead, the latter netting the winner …

Manchester City boss Guardiola struggles to explain late collapse vs Real Madrid
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Manchester City boss Guardiola struggles to explain late collapse vs Real Madrid

India Today  

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola was lost for words as he struggled to explain how his side had another late collapse this season in the form of their 2-3 loss to Real Madrid in the Champions League Round of 16 qualifier on Tuesday, February 11. However, former City player Brahim Diaz' goal and Jude Bellingham's stoppage time winner ensured Los …

Manchester City boss Guardiola struggles to explain late collapse vs Real Madrid
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Manchester City boss Guardiola struggles to explain late collapse vs Real Madrid

India Today  

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola was lost for words as he struggled to explain how his side had another late collapse this season in the form of their 2-3 loss to Real Madrid in the Champions League Round of 16 qualifier on Tuesday, February 11. However, former City player Brahim Diaz' goal and Jude Bellingham's stoppage time winner ensured Los …

UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Man City wary of weakened Real Madrid, says Guardiol
1 month, 2 weeks ago

UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Man City wary of weakened Real Madrid, says Guardiol

The Hindu  

Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola said his side were well aware of Real Madrid’s habit of producing their best in tough times, with a string of injuries having depleted the visitors’ defence ahead of Tuesday’s Champions League playoff. Of course we have to make two good games to go through.” Since the sides’ met last year, Real have strengthened an …

Pep Guardiola sends warning to Jack Grealish as he tells Man City star to fight for his future and challenge three players for his place in the team
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Pep Guardiola sends warning to Jack Grealish as he tells Man City star to fight for his future and challenge three players for his place in the team

Daily Mail  

Pep Guardiola has told Jack Grealish it is time to stand up and fight for his Manchester City future. Grealish impressed his manager against Leyton Orient on Saturday, creating the winning goal for Kevin de Bruyne as the Premier League champions fought back from behind to win 2-1 against third tier opposition and move into the fifth round of the …

Premier League 2024-25: Guardiola denies Man City’s January spending due to transfer embargo fears
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Premier League 2024-25: Guardiola denies Man City’s January spending due to transfer embargo fears

The Hindu  

Manchester City’s January spending was not a precautionary measure for a future transfer embargo, manager Pep Guardiola said, adding the club would learn the verdict of a hearing into its alleged violations of Premier League regulations in “one month”. Reigning Premier League champion City, which spent over USD 224 million in the January window to sign Omar Marmoush, Nico Gonzalez, …

Pep Guardiola vows to open up on Man City's Premier League hearing when verdict is revealed - as champions make sponsorship rules challenge
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Pep Guardiola vows to open up on Man City's Premier League hearing when verdict is revealed - as champions make sponsorship rules challenge

Daily Mail  

Pep Guardiola has promised to open up on Manchester City’s historic hearing with the Premier League once a verdict is announced in the coming weeks. Pep Guardiola has vowed to offer his opinions on the hearing when a verdict is delivered Relegation, points deductions and fines are possible punishments if City are found guilty Guardiola denied their transfer activity, including …

Revealed: The reason why Pep Guardiola was left 'disappointed' by Kyle Walker prior to his Man City exit - before his captain sealed January loan move to AC Milan
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Revealed: The reason why Pep Guardiola was left 'disappointed' by Kyle Walker prior to his Man City exit - before his captain sealed January loan move to AC Milan

Daily Mail  

It's been revealed that Pep Guardiola was left 'disappointed' with Kyle Walker after he went to Man City chiefs to push for an exit from the club. Now, reports claim that Guardiola was left 'disappointed' by the full-back after he went to City chief Txiki Begiristain to push through the Milan move. In total, Walker only started nine of City's …

Savinho urges Manchester City to quickly forget nightmare at Arsenal
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Savinho urges Manchester City to quickly forget nightmare at Arsenal

The Independent  

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Pep Guardiola slams 'fragile' Manchester City players after Arsenal thrashing
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pep Guardiola slams 'fragile' Manchester City players after Arsenal thrashing

India Today  

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola did not hold back in his criticism of his players, calling them "fragile" after their humiliating 5-1 defeat to Arsenal in the Premier League on February 2. While injuries have plagued Guardiola's squad, with key players like Rodri, Ruben Dias, Nathan Ake, and Oscar Bobb sidelined, the thrashing at the hands of Arsenal exposed City's …

Pep Guardiola ready for Real Madrid ‘derby’ after Champions League draw
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pep Guardiola ready for Real Madrid ‘derby’ after Champions League draw

The Independent  

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Pep Guardiola ‘not complaining’ about Manchester City’s tough run of fixtures
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pep Guardiola ‘not complaining’ about Manchester City’s tough run of fixtures

The Independent  

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Guardiola fears Man City burnout with Real clash looming
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Guardiola fears Man City burnout with Real clash looming

The Hindu  

Pep Guardiola fears Manchester City’s bid to knock holder Real Madrid out of the Champions League will be hampered by the gruelling demands of the Premier League schedule. Real Madrid difficult, we know that.” With City battling to qualify for next season’s Champions League, as well as trying to win this year’s tournament, Guardiola will have difficult selection decisions to …

Champions League: Guardiola warns Real Madrid, Bayern ahead of knockouts, says new format benefits fans
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Champions League: Guardiola warns Real Madrid, Bayern ahead of knockouts, says new format benefits fans

Firstpost  

Pep Guardiola doesn’t think Man City can win the Champions League on current form but is confident they will improve when the playoffs come around. Pep Guardiola is being “realistic” and feels Manchester City cannot win the Champions League on their current form but he has full confidence that they will improve in the coming days and create problems when …

UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says new UCL format has been great lesson
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says new UCL format has been great lesson

The Hindu  

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is not entirely sold on the new Champions League format after his team barely scraped through to the knockout round but called the experience an “incredible lesson” for his team. City came back from a goal down to beat Belgian side Brugge on Wednesday in a nerve-jangling must-win league phase finale, to finish 22nd in …

Pep Guardiola kicks out at drinks cooler on night of high tension for Man City in Champions League
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pep Guardiola kicks out at drinks cooler on night of high tension for Man City in Champions League

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — Pep Guardiola kicked out at a drinks cooler in a moment of unbridled relief as Manchester City avoided a stunning early exit from the Champions League on Wednesday. The City manager could not contain his emotions on a night of high drama at the Etihad Stadium as his team came back from the brink of elimination when …

Pep Guardiola spotted with scratches on his head AGAIN as his struggling Man City side make hard work of beating Club Bruges to reach Champions League play-off round
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pep Guardiola spotted with scratches on his head AGAIN as his struggling Man City side make hard work of beating Club Bruges to reach Champions League play-off round

Daily Mail  

It was reminiscent of earlier this season when he 'hurt' himself vs Feyenoord Eagle-eyed fans noticed yet more scratches on Pep Guardiola's had as Manchester City scraped into the Champions League knock-out play-offs against Club Bruges. Guardiola's head looked like it had been giving the fingernail treatment as he took his seat in the second half. Earlier this season, Guardiola …

UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Manchester City beats Club Brugge 3-1 to stay in UCL
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Manchester City beats Club Brugge 3-1 to stay in UCL

The Hindu  

Manchester City kept its Champions League campaign alive as it scraped into the playoffs by beating Belgium’s Club Brugge 3-1 in a nervy must-win match on Wednesday, thanks to goals from Mateo Kovacic and substitute Savinho, and a Brugge own goal. More from UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Atletico Madrid, Bayer Leverkusen book direct spots in Round of 16 “We try …

Guardiola and Man City face prospect of Champions League exit: ‘I appreciate all of your concern’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Guardiola and Man City face prospect of Champions League exit: ‘I appreciate all of your concern’

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — With Manchester City needing a win to avoid a stunning early exit from the Champions League, Pep Guardiola wasn’t in the mood to discuss the prospect of his once-dominant team crashing out of European club soccer’s most prestigious competition. but I’m thinking we are going to do it.” With one game remaining in the revamped league phase …

UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Guardiola concerned over finances if Man City fails to progress
1 month, 3 weeks ago

UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Guardiola concerned over finances if Man City fails to progress

The Hindu  

Manchester City’s Pep Guardiola said he is aware of the financial implications of failing to reach the Champions League knockout stages as his side head into Wednesday’s final group game against Club Brugge needing a win to stay in the hunt. City has reached the Champions League knockout stages every season since Guardiola took the helm in 2016, but is …

Pep Guardiola explains surprising view on Man City’s Champions League struggles
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pep Guardiola explains surprising view on Man City’s Champions League struggles

The Independent  

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Kyle Walker opens up on exit talks with Pep Guardiola after leaving Man City to join Milan on loan - and reveals it was NOT a 'comfortable conversation'
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Kyle Walker opens up on exit talks with Pep Guardiola after leaving Man City to join Milan on loan - and reveals it was NOT a 'comfortable conversation'

Daily Mail  

The England right-back admitted the move was the 'opportunity he wanted' Kyle Walker joined AC Milan on loan after admitting he wanted to leave Man City Kyle Walker has opened up on the moment he told Pep Guardiola about his wish to leave Manchester City, admitting it 'wasn't a very comfortable conversation'. The England right-back, who has played an integral …

Kyle Walker grateful for Manchester City 'dream' after sealing AC Milan loan move
2 months ago

Kyle Walker grateful for Manchester City 'dream' after sealing AC Milan loan move

The Independent  

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Guardiola concedes Man City 'could not cope' with PSG as European hopes flicker
2 months ago

Guardiola concedes Man City 'could not cope' with PSG as European hopes flicker

China Daily  

Manchester City's Pep Guardiola and PSG's Luis Enrique embrace each other at the end of the match on Wednesday. AP Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola appeared resigned to the fact that his side was resoundingly outplayed by Paris Saint-Germain in a 4-2 loss that leaves its Champions League knockout hopes in doubt — a prospect that would have seemed unthinkable …

Guardiola concedes Man City 'could not cope' with PSG as European hopes flicker
2 months ago

Guardiola concedes Man City 'could not cope' with PSG as European hopes flicker

China Daily  

Manchester City's Pep Guardiola and PSG's Luis Enrique embrace each other at the end of the match on Wednesday. AP Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola appeared resigned to the fact that his side was resoundingly outplayed by Paris Saint-Germain in a 4-2 loss that leaves its Champions League knockout hopes in doubt — a prospect that would have seemed unthinkable …

Enrique must outwit Guardiola when PSG meets Man City in Champions League
2 months ago

Enrique must outwit Guardiola when PSG meets Man City in Champions League

Associated Press  

PARIS — Luis Enrique credits Pep Guardiola with inventing arguably the “perfect model” of attacking soccer. “Pep has innovated throughout his career and is not scared to do so again.” Guardiola won the Champions League again with City in 2023, while Enrique’s PSG reached the semifinals last season. “City are also very at ease with a transition game and have …

Premier League: Manchester City 'recovered some identities' in 6-0 thrashing of Ipswich Town, says Pep Guardiola
2 months, 1 week ago

Premier League: Manchester City 'recovered some identities' in 6-0 thrashing of Ipswich Town, says Pep Guardiola

Firstpost  

Manchester City moved back into the top four after their comprehensive victory over Ipswich Town in their first visit to Portman Road for 23 years. Under-fire manager Pep Guardiola felt his team played like the outfit that had dominated the Premier League for the last nine years. Manchester City's Kevin de Bruyne and Erling Haaland in action during the away …

What Manchester City’s next target should be with Premier League title defence virtually over? Phil Foden explains
2 months, 1 week ago

What Manchester City’s next target should be with Premier League title defence virtually over? Phil Foden explains

Firstpost  

Manchester City’s hopes of reigniting their Premier League title defence were virtually extinguished after being held to a 2-2 draw at Brentford thanks to two late goals from the home team. Why City are unlikely to win a fifth consecutive Premier League title Given how their season has panned out so far, City couldn’t afford to slip up in the …

Revealed: Pep Guardiola's 'critical decision which proved the final straw in 30-year relationship with wife Cristina Serra' - and how the Man City boss 'could still rescue the marriage'
2 months, 1 week ago

Revealed: Pep Guardiola's 'critical decision which proved the final straw in 30-year relationship with wife Cristina Serra' - and how the Man City boss 'could still rescue the marriage'

Daily Mail  

However, they also say there is one way that Guardiola can salvage the marriage Pep Guardiola's wife called time on their 30-year relationship after the Manchester City manager 'put football before their relationship' by signing a two-year contract extension that would have kept him in the UK until 2027, it was claimed today. Lorena, speaking on the Mamarazzi's weekly Podcast …

Premier League 2024-25: Guardiola rues missing players as Man City gets outmuscled by Brentford
2 months, 1 week ago

Premier League 2024-25: Guardiola rues missing players as Man City gets outmuscled by Brentford

The Hindu  

Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola blamed the fact that he is missing key players for his side’s late capitulation against Brentford in the Premier League on Tuesday as the Bees came from 2-0 down to grab a 2-2 draw. Visitors City had gone 2-0 up thanks to a pair of goals from Phil Foden, but Yoane Wissa pulled one back …

Pep Guardiola provides update on Kyle Walker’s availability after request to leave Manchester City
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Pep Guardiola provides update on Kyle Walker’s availability after request to leave Manchester City

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Kyle Walker is in contention for Manchester City’s …

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