The Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA) stands “shoulder to shoulder” with Manchester City’s Raheem Sterling after he was allegedly racially abused at Chelsea, and accused the media of helping to “fuel racism” with its coverage of black footballers. City were beaten…
Rudiger reveals how ‘terrifying’ Sarri rant inspired Man City victory(Goal)
The Germany defender explained how the former Napoli manager’s reaction to their loss against Wolves contributed to their victory over the champions. Chelsea centre-back Antonio Rudiger has revealed how ‘terrifying’ boss Maurizio Sarri inspired their victory over defending champions Manchester…
Chelsea Fan Sends Apology To Sterling For Racial Abuse (Independent)
Dean – “the guy on the left in the green jacket” – made it clear he was not the fan alleged to have racially abused Sterling, according to talksport.com. However, he did admit to being one of a group of…
Newspapers ‘fuel racism’ – Raheem Sterling (BBC)
Newspapers are helping to “fuel racism” by the ways in which they portray young black footballers, says Manchester City forward Raheem Sterling. It comes after Sterling, 24, faced alleged racist abuse from Chelsea fans during City’s 2-0 defeat at Stamford…
Guardiola warns high-flying City against complacency (DailySports)
Pep Guardiola has warned his Manchester City players that complacency is the biggest threat to their push for domestic and European domination. Guardiola’s unbeaten Premier League leaders visit Chelsea on Saturday sitting two points clear of closest challengers Liverpool. City…
Man City to get $5 million from FIFA for World Cup players (DailySports)
English champions Manchester City are the biggest beneficiaries from the $209 million handed out by FIFA to clubs who released players for the 2018 World Cup, the global soccer body said on Tuesday. City will receive $5.0 million, ahead of…
Mahrez pulls the strings as City extend lead at the top (Reuters)
Manchester City extended their lead at the top of the Premier League to five points with a hard-fought 2-1 win at Watford thanks to the magic of Riyad Mahrez on Tuesday. The home side had kept City at bay for…
Guardiola confident Sane will sign new Man City deal (Guardian)
Pep Guardiola is confident that winger Leroy Sane will sign a new long-term deal with Manchester City despite delays in ongoing contract negotiations between the two parties. The 22-year-old has recovered well from the disappointment of a summer in which…
Manchester City into round of 16 after late Aguero header seals draw with Lyon (ESPN)
Manchester City progressed to the knockout stages of the Champions League after twice coming from behind to draw 2-2 with Olympique Lyonnais in Group F on Tuesday. Goals from Maxwel Cornet were cancelled out by Aymeric Laporte and Sergio Aguero…
Pep Guardiola reveals why his Man City players are living in fear of Liverpool (Metro)
Pep Guardiola admitted Liverpool’s efforts this season are helping motivate Manchester City in the Premier League title race. City are two points clear at the top of the table, with Liverpool the closest side to the defending champions after 13…
