Pep Guardiola

Saturday's Manchester Derby delivered far more than just another fixture in the Premier League calendar; it was a compelling emotional matchup in motion between Manchester United and Manchester City. The two teams, respectively under the watchful eyes of newly appointed interim manager Michael Carrick and Pep Guardiola, approached this contest...

When both Joško Gvardiol and Rúben Dias were forced off due to injuries in Manchester City’s Premier League clash against Chelsea at the beginning of January, it put the club in a tricky situation. With Dias out multiple weeks, Gvardiol potentially for the rest of the season, and with John...

As the Premier League’s winter transfer window unfolds, clubs across England’s top flight are already making strategic moves to reshape their squads for the second half of the 2025/2026 Premier League season. With the official window running from the first of January to the second of February, teams are balancing...

Manchester City were coming off back-to-back draws and desperate for three points to keep pace with Arsenal at the top of the table. Brighton had been on their own bad run coming into the match. Their win over Burnley this weekend was their first win in seven matches, as they...

Manchester City welcomed Chelsea in Gameweek 20 of the 2025/2026 Premier League season. The affair ended in a 1-1 draw as Tijjani Reijnders’ 42nd-minute strike was equalised by Enzo Fernández at 90’+4. This was Chelsea’s first outing after head coach Enzo Maresca’s dismissal, which rendered it a crucial fixture to bolster...

Manchester City defeated Crystal Palace 3-0 in Gameweek 16 of the 2025/2026 edition of the Premier League. With a brace from Erling Haaland and a stunner from Phil Foden, the Cityzens secured the all-important points to maintain second place, as Aston Villa chase them with just a point difference. The...

Real Madrid hosted Manchester City in a UEFA Champions League clash that renewed the rivalry between the two teams and delivered one of the most-watched encounters in the competition. The match ended with a 1-2 win for Man City, who climbed to fourth spot and are further confirming their qualification...

The modern full-back has become a shapeshifter.  The job once began and ended on the touchline, dealing with the opposition’s winger and swinging in a couple of crosses.  Then came the attacking full-backs, who were forgiven defensive lapses if they broke the line with acceleration and a cutback.  The role...

The 2025/2026 Premier League season has already begun to reveal significant differences between teams in how effectively they convert shooting opportunities into goals. While league standings often reflect overall performance, examining shot quality, expected goals (xG), and finishing efficiency provides a deeper understanding of whether a team is genuinely performing...

Manchester City suffered their fourth defeat of the season to Newcastle United in Gameweek 12 of the 2025/2026 Premier League season. Manchester City entered the game aiming to extend their winning run after beating Bournemouth and Liverpool before the international break. However, they were preparing for a game they already expected...

Manchester City defeated Liverpool 3-0 at the Etihad Stadium in Gameweek 11 of the 2025/2026 Premier League season. The result saw the Cityzens claim second place in the league table, just four points behind Arsenal. Meanwhile, Arne Slot's Reds drop down to a modest eighth spot, right behind their arch...

This weekend’s headline Premier League fixture sees Manchester City take on Liverpool in a clash that could have a big impact on the early title race. City enter the game second with 19 points, while Liverpool sit just behind on 18, having regained momentum following a five-game winless streak across...

The 2025/2026 Premier League season has revealed a striking tactical shift: the resurgence of the long ball. After several years defined by controlled possession and methodical build-up play, English clubs have once again embraced a more direct and vertical approach. Data from the opening nine gameweeks highlights a clear rise...

Aston Villa defeated Manchester City by a slender margin of 1-0 in round 9 of the 2025/2026 Premier League. The result saw Unai Emery's Villa close the points gap to just one, leaving City in fifth place. Meanwhile, the hosts are now in eighth, just behind Liverpool on goal difference....

Jack Grealish has been revived at Everton this season. The 30-year-old is on a season-long loan from Manchester City because he wanted more playing time, and he is absolutely thriving under David Moyes. He was a shell of his former self the last few seasons at Man City. Injuries, along...

The 2025/2026 campaign has brought with it a distinctly recalibrated version of Manchester City under Pep Guardiola. After a disappointing 2024/2025 season, in which City failed to win a single trophy and only just managed to secure a place in the UEFA Champions League, Guardiola was forced into a period of tactical...

If the third round of the Carabao Cup provides one thing, it is a plethora of debuts for exciting academy talent, particularly with the Premier League sides. In the past, John Terry, Wayne Rooney, David Beckham, and Cesc Fabregas all received their first bow at the senior level in the...

For the third time this season, Manchester City conceded a late goal to give away three points. Pep Guardiola’s side was in complete control on Wednesday, but a late penalty from Eric Dier gave AS Monaco a much-needed point at home. Manchester City have certainly been an interesting team this...

Arsenal hosted Manchester City in matchweek 5 of the 2025/2026 Premier League season, which ended in a 1-1 draw. This game saw a different Man City at the Emirates Stadium. With just 33%, this was the lowest ball possession Pep Guardiola’s Man City have ever recorded in this fixture. The visitors...

Manchester City hosted Napoli for the opening game of both teams’ UEFA Champions League journey. The match ended with a 2-0 win for the Citizens despite Napoli's considerable efforts, especially during the first hour of the match. Antonio Conte had to deal with numerical inferiority after Giovanni Di Lorenzo received a red card...