Today was Manuel Pellegrini’s first official day as City manager and he began by heaping praise on City’s two signings so far this summer – Jesus Navas and Fernandinho. Speaking to City’s official website, he said: “Jesus is a player I know well from La Liga and he is someone I have admired for a long […]
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City’s African opponents named
Manchester City have announced the opposition for two matches to be played during the Club’s summer tour of South Africa as part of the Nelson Mandela Football Invitational. Manuel Pellegrini’s first game in charge of the Blues will be in Pretoria against Supersport United FC on 14 July at 3pm (2pm UK time) at […]
Derby set for September 21, United poised for early Chelsea clash
Manchester United manager David Moyes faces a tough run of games in his first season in charge at Old Trafford with away trips to Swansea on August 17, Liverpool on August 31 and Manchester City coming on September 21. His first Old Trafford game will see Jose Mourinho and Chelsea as the visitors on August […]
Pearce to leave England U21 role
Former Manchester City manager Stuart Pearce will leave his role as England U-21 coach after his contract expires at the end of June. FA Chairman David Bernstein paid tribute to the departing Pearce following a disappointing European Championships in Israel this summer. “Nobody can doubt his commitment to the job throughout his time as Under-21 […]
Manuel Pellegrini announced as Manchester City manager
Manuel Pellegrini has signed a three year contract to become first team manager of Manchester City. The Chilean will take up the role from June 24 after leaving Malaga at the end of the Spanish season. Commenting on his appointment, Pellegrini said: “I am delighted to accept this hugely exciting opportunity. The Club has a […]