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Manchester City

Also known as: Man City · Manchester City FC · Manchester City football club · Abu Dhabi-backed Manchester City

Manchester City — Premier League club facing regulatory scrutiny over financial violations and currently competing in domestic and European competitions.

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  1. October 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Manchester City brace for hostile Liverpool reception after guilty verdict By AFP October 11, 2026 01:30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Enzo Maresca, manager of Manchester City, applauds his team during th …

    Manchester City brace for hostile Liverpool reception after guilty verdict
  3. Citizen Digital

    … d we all suffered and we didn't enjoy one bit that game, but then you have to learn the lesson and we certainly have done that." The Spaniard said he had struggled to come to terms with the Brighton defeat on the eve of a lengthy international break, which allowed Manchester City …

    Arsenal learned lessons from Brighton collapse, says Arteta
  4. The Standard

    … I feel like we win major trophies here consistently and I want to be a part of that and play a big role in it, too."Palmer joined Chelsea from Manchester City in 2023 and has provided a combined 91 goal and assists in 138 appearances in his time in west London. …

    Palmer signs contract to stay at Chelsea until 2034
  5. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeManchester City face a hostile Anfield on Sunday when the Premier League leaders play bitter rivals Liverpool in their first game since being found guilty of breaking more than 100 financial rules. …

    Manchester City brace for hostile Liverpool reception after guilty verdict
  6. Citizen Digital

    … FP October 10, 2026 06:06 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Chelsea's English midfielder #20 Cole Palmer runs with the ball during the English Premier League football match between Chelsea and Manchester City …

    Palmer signs contract to stay at Chelsea until 2034
  7. Citizen Digital

    Arsenal hit back to beat Leeds and draw level with Man City By AFP October 10, 2026 05:36 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Arsenal roared back to beat Leeds 2-1 and pull level with Manchest …

    Arsenal hit back to beat Leeds and draw level with Man City
  8. Citizen Digital

    Man City guilty verdict reignites Liverpool rivalry By AFP October 10, 2026 03:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter UEFA Champions League - Manchester City v Borussia Dortmund - Etihad Stadium, Manchester, Br …

    Man City guilty verdict reignites Liverpool rivalry
  9. Citizen Digital

    Kompany 'proud' of Man City success despite guilty verdict By AFP October 10, 2026 12:31 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - Manchester City Premier League Title Celebrations - Eti …

    Kompany 'proud' of Man City success despite guilty verdict
  10. Citizen Digital

    Liverpool without Isak, Gakpo for heavyweight Man City clash By Reuters October 10, 2026 10:31 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Soccer Football - Premier League - Newcastle United v Liverpool - St James' Par …

    Liverpool without Isak, Gakpo for heavyweight Man City clash
  11. Citizen Digital

    Man City case causing 'uncertainty' for whole Premier League, says Iraola By AFP October 10, 2026 08:31 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Liverpool's Spanish head coach Andoni Iraola shouts instructions to th …

    Man City case causing 'uncertainty' for whole Premier League, says Iraola

Sunday 25 October

  1. Isak shines as Liverpool beat Brighton in Iraola's first Anfield win

    Alexander Isak scored as Liverpool defeated Brighton 2-0, with an own goal by Pascal Gross adding to the second-half tally. The victory marked Andoni Iraola's first Premier League win at Anfield since arriving from Bournemouth, and extended Isak's recent form with six goals in seven league games this season.

    25 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Alvarez apologizes to Atlético fans after summer exit attempt

    Julian Alvarez apologized to Atlético Madrid supporters for attempting to leave the club during the summer, saying his comments during the World Cup were a mistake. The Argentina forward had been linked with Barcelona and was initially jeered by fans, but tension has eased after he scored goals against Stuttgart in the Champions League and in a 1-0 win over Deportivo La Coruña.

    25 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Arsenal beats Everton to level with Manchester City

    Arsenal won 2-0 against Everton with goals from centre-backs Ezri Konsa and Gabriel Magalhaes, moving level with Manchester City on 21 points at the top of the Premier League after City's 2-1 loss to Villa Park.

    25 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  4. Bayern Munich coach Kompany hospitalized with virus, recovery weeks not days

    Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany collapsed on the training pitch on Friday and remains hospitalized in stable condition being treated for a virus. Sporting director Max Eberl said recovery will take weeks, not days, and assistant coach Aaron Danks will take charge for Sunday's Bundesliga match at Freiburg.

    25 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 24 October

  1. Aston Villa defeats Manchester City, ending unbeaten run

    Manchester City's perfect Premier League start ended in a 2-1 defeat at Aston Villa, with Nicolas Jackson scoring twice. Enzo Maresca's seven-game winning streak as City's new manager was halted by Villa's strong performance at home.

    24 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Shahbal denies withdrawing Mombasa United sponsorship

    Politician and businessman Suleiman Shahbal has dismissed claims that he has withdrawn sponsorship of Kenya Premier League side Mombasa United, insisting he remains committed to the club's growth despite the club president and CEO indicating they were exploring alternative sponsorship options.

    24 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Brighton coach Hurzeler dismisses Man United speculation

    Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler says he is fully focused on his job at the club despite speculation linking him to Manchester United, where Michael Carrick's position is under threat following a seven-game winless run.

    24 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  4. Alonso backs young Chelsea keeper Penders as Martinez cover

    Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has backed 21-year-old goalkeeper Mike Penders to fill in for injured Emi Martinez, saying he sees similarities to Real Madrid's Thibaut Courtois. Penders became Chelsea's youngest Premier League keeper when he replaced the Belgian during the second half of last weekend's 2-0 win at Everton.

    24 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  5. Mombasa Super Cup targets new talent with Sh1 million prize

    Football teams across Mombasa County will compete for a Sh1 million prize in the second edition of the Shahbal Super Cup launching in November, with organisers aiming to identify emerging talent and strengthen grassroots football through a ward-based format.

    24 October 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 23 October

  1. Bayern Munich coach Kompany hospitalized after collapsing during training

    Bayern Munich's head coach Vincent Kompany was taken to hospital by emergency medical personnel on Friday after collapsing during a training session. Kompany, a 40-year-old former Manchester City defender, attributed the collapse to a virus he caught the previous week, saying his body "said, 'enough is enough.'"

    23 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Man Utd faces Bournemouth amid winless run and managerial pressure

    Manchester United host Bournemouth seeking to end a seven-game winless streak, with manager Michael Carrick under pressure as the club sits 13th in the Premier League. Brighton, in third place, travel to Liverpool while Manchester City pursue an unbeaten campaign at Aston Villa.

    23 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 22 October

  1. Maresca backs Foden to rediscover Premier League form

    Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca said it is his job to help Phil Foden rediscover his best form after the England midfielder ended a 10-month goal drought with goals against Ipswich and a Champions League hat-trick against AEK Athens. Foden won personal awards for the Premier League's best player in the 2023/24 season but has struggled to hit top form for the past two seasons.

    22 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 21 October

  1. English regulator claims power to force Manchester City ownership change

    England's Independent Regulator said it has "absolute power" to force Manchester City's owners to sell if found to have run the club improperly. City was found guilty on over 100 charges of breaking Premier League financial rules between 2009 and 2018; the club has appealed and denies wrongdoing.

    21 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Flick rests Rodri before Barcelona-Madrid Clasico showdown

    Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said Rodri was rested at kick-off in the Champions League loss to Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday but would return to the starting line-up for Sunday's Clasico against Real Madrid, explaining that the midfielder had played many minutes with the national team and Barcelona.

    21 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Foden scores hat-trick as Manchester City beats AEK Athens 5-1

    Phil Foden scored a hat-trick as Manchester City routed AEK Athens 5-1 in the Champions League, providing evidence that his prolonged slump might be over. Manager Enzo Maresca praised Foden's sublime display at the Etihad Stadium after the 26-year-old has struggled over the last two seasons.

    21 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  4. Ten Hag says Ronaldo let Manchester United down

    Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has accused Cristiano Ronaldo of letting the team down during his time in charge, citing instances where Ronaldo refused to come on as a substitute, pulled out of training sessions, and did not complete full runs after a 4-0 defeat to Brentford.

    21 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  5. Phil Foden hat-trick leads Manchester City to rout of AEK Athens

    Phil Foden scored a hat-trick as Manchester City defeated AEK Athens 5-1 in the Champions League, marking a return to form for the 26-year-old England playmaker after struggling over the past two seasons.

    21 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  6. PSG beats Barcelona 4-2 late in Champions League match

    PSG's Vitinha scored a late goal in the 81st minute to break a 2-2 tie, with Fabian Ruiz adding a fourth as PSG defeated Barcelona 4-2 on Tuesday in a Champions League match at the Parc des Princes. PSG secured their third victory in three matches in this season's competition as reigning champions.

    21 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 20 October

  1. Maddison scores on return as Spurs beat Coventry 3-1

    Tottenham ended their Premier League winless run with a 3-1 victory over Coventry City, with James Maddison scoring in his first start after 17 months out and Omar Marmoush also finding the net.

    20 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 19 October

  1. Man City defender says squad calm despite financial breaches

    Manchester City defender Marc Guehi said the squad remains "pretty calm" with "a lot of trust and belief in the football club" despite the club being found guilty of more than 100 breaches of Premier League financial rules. City leads the Premier League after winning their opening seven league games under new manager Enzo Maresca, though no punishments have yet been announced and the club is appealing the verdicts.

    19 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Manchester City's Semenyo sidelined up to eight weeks

    Manchester City midfielder Antoine Semenyo will be out for up to eight weeks with a leg injury sustained during last week's 3-2 win at Ipswich, manager Enzo Maresca said Monday. Maresca noted the scan was "not as bad as we expected."

    19 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Madueke's late goal secures Arsenal victory over Nottingham Forest

    Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta praised his team's depth after substitute Noni Madueke scored in the 80th minute to secure a 1-0 win against Nottingham Forest, moving the Gunners within three points of leaders Manchester City.

    19 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 18 October

  1. Manchester United draws with Leeds, pressure mounts on Carrick

    Manchester United drew 1-1 with Leeds on Sunday, leaving manager Michael Carrick under pressure after two wins in nine games this season. The result came after a midweek row between defender Lisandro Martinez and the club hierarchy following a 2-0 Champions League loss to Atlético Madrid.

    18 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Haaland limps off after double in City's 3-2 win

    Manchester City striker Erling Haaland scored twice in a 3-2 victory over Ipswich but left the pitch with a foot injury late in the match. Manager Enzo Maresca said Haaland told him he was OK but will await fitness checks on the forward.

    18 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. PSG beat Strasbourg 3-1, move atop Ligue 1 table

    Paris Saint-Germain came from behind to defeat Strasbourg 3-1 away on Saturday, with substitute Ousmane Dembele missing a penalty in the 72nd minute but later scoring and providing assists. The win extended PSG's streak to four consecutive Ligue 1 victories and moved them to the top of the French league standings.

    18 October 2026 · The Standard →

  4. Haaland limps off after scoring twice in City win

    Manchester City striker Erling Haaland scored twice in Saturday's 3-2 victory over Ipswich but limped off with a foot injury late in the match. Manager Enzo Maresca said he hopes the issue is minor and will await medical checks.

    18 October 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 17 October

  1. Arteta backs Gyokeres despite goalless season start

    Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta praised Viktor Gyokeres for his "incredible will and determination" as the Swedish striker seeks his first goal of the season. Gyokeres has been a fringe player for the Premier League champions, with Arteta preferring Kai Havertz in attack.

    17 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Maresca: Manchester City unity strengthened after financial charges

    Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca believes the club is "more together" following its guilty verdict on over 100 Premier League financial rule breaches. City won 3-0 against Liverpool in their first match after the ruling and have six league wins from six, with Maresca saying the team and fans are more unified despite this week's Champions League loss to Paris Saint-Germain.

    17 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 16 October

  1. Man United worst start in 40 years amid Carrick pressure

    Manchester United face their worst Premier League start in 40 years with mounting pressure on manager Michael Carrick, after a 2-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid was followed by defender Lisandro Martinez's criticism of the club's hierarchy over squad investment. Manchester City aim to extend their perfect start despite uncertainty over their future due to potential sanctions for breaking financial rules.

    16 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Caicedo seeks to be more vocal leader under Alonso

    Chelsea's Moises Caicedo, who started his first game under manager Xabi Alonso in a 5-1 victory over Bournemouth, wants to become more of a leader on the pitch by talking more with teammates, though he says it does not come naturally to him.

    16 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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