Manchester City have reportedly won the battle to secure the signature of Malaga wonder kid Brahim Abdelkader Diaz dubbed ‘the new Lionel Messi’ after videos of his skill on the ball emerged across Europe. The 14-year old was coveted by Barcelona but figures of up to £3m have been touted as the sum that has […]
Yaya Toure thanks fans after winning BBC African Footballer of the Year 2013
Manchester City and Ivory Coast midfielder Yaya Toure has thanked fans for voting for him after winning BBC African Footballer of the Year 2013 yesterday. Toure said in a tweet: “Thank you for your votes, I feel so blessed!” It was the first time Toure had won despite featuring in the final shortlist for the […]
Rooney spares United from wrath of Spurs
Wayne Rooney came to United’s rescue once again as they claimed at point at White Hart Lane against a Spurs side itching to atone for last week’s 6-0 mauling at the Etihad against a rampant Manchester City side. With Robin Van Persie missing once again thanks to a groin injury, the England striker was in […]
Kompany could return for crucial away games
City defender and captain Vincent Kompany will be assessed tomorrow and might feature in the game at West Bromwich Albion on Wednesday. Manager Manuel Pellegrini said: “Tomorrow we will see. He has been training normally for the last three days.” The impending return of City’s captain and best defender will be a relief for Pellegrini who […]
City late surge sees off Swans
MANCHESTER CITY 3, SWANSEA CITY 0 City had to work hard for their 3-0 victory, with an early goal by Alvaro Negredo, and a second half brace by Samir Nasri finally finishing off a spirited Swansea side and sending the Blues up to third in the Barclays Premier League with a total of 29 goals […]