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Manchester City

Also known as: Man City

Manchester City — Premier League club that signed midfielder Elliot Anderson for £116 million and defender Abdukodir Khusanov, with manager Enzo Maresca succeeding Pep Guardiola in July 2026.

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  1. June 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    City weigh legal action after Real Madrid presidential hopeful targets Haaland By AFP June 04, 2026 03:58 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Manchester City's Norwegian striker #09 Erling Haaland applauds the

    City weigh legal action after Real Madrid presidential hopeful targets Haaland
  3. Citizen Digital

    Speaking on Antena 3, Riquelme pledged to sign Manchester City striker Erling Haaland and Spain international midfielder Rodri should he win the presidency on 7 June.

    Mourinho lined up as Riquelme promises Haaland and Rodri in Real Madrid election battle
  4. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeManchester City's Spanish manager Pep Guardiola after the English FA Cup final football match between Chelsea and Manchester City at Wembley stadium in London, on May 16, 2026.

    Guardiola quit '100 times' before leaving, says Man City chairman
  5. The Standard

    When you work as you should, you obtain results."Gusto, Manchester City's Rayan Cherki and Paris Saint-Germain's two-time Champions League-winning forward Bradley Barcola all came through the Lyon academy at the same time.

    Chelsea's French star ready to attack World Cup with gusto
  6. Citizen Digital

    Chelsea's owners BlueCo have invested in Strasbourg, Manchester United's minority powerbrokers Ineos also own Nice, while the City Football Group is in charge of Manchester City and Troyes, who have just been promoted to Ligue 1.

    Aston Villa owners buy minority share in second-tier Annecy
  7. Citizen Digital

    Milner, who has spent the past three seasons at Brighton, began his career at boyhood club Leeds and went on to win three Premier League titles - two with Manchester City and one with Liverpool.

    Premier League record-breaker James Milner retires
  8. May 2026
  9. Citizen Digital

    He has been bailed while our enquiries continue." Sources close to Sterling told Britain's Press Association news agency that Sterling, who previously played for Manchester City and Chelsea, had been made to "feel worthless" and "forgotten about".

    Former England star Sterling arrested for suspected drug-driving
  10. Citizen Digital

    Antoine Semenyo, Ghana's World Cup star who defied rejection By AFP May 30, 2026 12:47 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Manchester City's Ghanaian midfielder #42 Antoine Semenyo kneels on the pitch as he pra

    Antoine Semenyo, Ghana's World Cup star who defied rejection
  11. Citizen Digital

    By contrast Arsenal's team has been slow-cooked over nearly seven years by Mikel Arteta, without the overwhelming financial muscle of PSG or domestic rivals Manchester City.

    Arsenal aiming to dethrone dynasty-chasing PSG
  12. Citizen Digital

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    Norway's natural-born goalscorer Haaland finally gets global stage
Sport

Mancini appointed as Italy coach for second stint

The News

Roberto Mancini has been named head coach of Italy's national team for a second time, tasked with revitalizing the Azzurri after missing out on the last three World Cups. FIGC president Giovanni Malago announced the appointment, also revealing that technical director Roberto Maldini has been replaced by Claudio Ranieri.

6 hours ago · Citizen Digital

Today

  1. Mancini appointed as Italy coach for second stint

    Roberto Mancini has been named head coach of Italy's national team for a second time, tasked with revitalizing the Azzurri after missing out on the last three World Cups. FIGC president Giovanni Malago announced the appointment, also revealing that technical director Roberto Maldini has been replaced by Claudio Ranieri.

    6 hours ago · Citizen Digital

Yesterday

  1. Chelsea boss Alonso praises Rogers signing ahead of preseason

    New Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso called Morgan Rogers, signed from Aston Villa for £117 million, "a great signing" expected to make the club more competitive and link well with Cole Palmer.

    27 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 25 July

  1. Man City defender Khusanov signs five-year contract extension

    Manchester City defender Abdukodir Khusanov signed a five-year contract extension with the Premier League club on Saturday. The 22-year-old centre-back, who joined City from French side Lens in January 2025, helped City win the FA Cup and League Cup last season and has been capped 30 times for Uzbekistan.

    25 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Italian Football Federation agrees Pirlo as national team coach

    The Italian Football Federation has reached an agreement with former Italy midfielder Andrea Pirlo to become the national team's coach on a four-year deal, according to Italian daily La Repubblica. The 47-year-old, currently in charge of Dubai United, is replacing Pep Guardiola, who rejected the approach.

    25 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Maresca calls Manchester City role privilege, expects Rodri available

    New Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca said Friday it is a "privilege" to succeed Pep Guardiola and expects midfielder Rodri, despite requiring back surgery, to be available for his first season in charge.

    25 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 24 July

  1. Italy approached Ancelotti before Guardiola for national coach

    Italy's technical director Paolo Maldini said on Thursday that the Italian Football Federation approached Carlo Ancelotti about the national team coaching job before discussing the role with Pep Guardiola. Italy has been searching for a new coach since Gennaro Gattuso stepped down in April after the team failed to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup.

    24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Anderson completes £116m transfer to Manchester City

    England midfielder Elliot Anderson signed a five-year contract with Manchester City from Nottingham Forest for a reported £116 million, declaring City the "kings of Manchester" after the deal was finalised following his return from the World Cup.

    24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 23 July

  1. Vozinha, Haaland named in fan-voted World Cup dream team

    Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha and Norway striker Erling Haaland were named in the fan-voted FIFA World Cup dream team after standout performances during their teams' unexpected runs. Vozinha topped the goalkeeper vote with 39.6% despite Spain's Unai Simon winning the Golden Glove.

    23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Manchester City's Foden extends contract four years

    Manchester City forward Phil Foden signed a four-year contract extension on Wednesday under new boss Enzo Maresca. The 26-year-old England international had been out of contract at the end of the coming season; his new deal includes an option for a further one-year extension.

    22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Italian FA chief discusses Guardiola for national team coaching role

    Italy's football federation head Giovanni Malago confirmed he has held talks with Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola about the vacancy at the Italian national side, though he said he was "not sure that this will come about." Malago said the federation would increase the coach's salary budget in Guardiola's case and described opening dialogue as "the right thing to do."

    22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Premier League referee Taylor retires after 20-year career

    Anthony Taylor, a 47-year-old Premier League and World Cup referee, announced his retirement on Tuesday, citing intense pressure and scrutiny on officials. He officiated 831 games across his 20-year career, including 432 Premier League matches and games at the 2022 and 2026 World Cups.

    22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. Chelsea sign Rogers from Villa for UK record £117 million

    Chelsea signed England midfielder Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa for £117 million, a fee British media valued at $157 million and reported as a British transfer record, surpassing Manchester City's earlier signing of Elliot Anderson for £116 million. The 23-year-old signed a contract until 2033.

    22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 21 July

  1. Spain celebrates World Cup victory with Madrid parade

    Spain's World Cup champions paraded through Madrid on an open-top bus before an estimated two million people, with players and coach Luis de la Fuente celebrating at Cibeles square after the team beat Argentina 1-0.

    21 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Spain celebrates World Cup win with Madrid parade

    Spain's World Cup-winning squad paraded through Madrid on an open-top bus in front of an estimated two million people, then gathered at Cibeles square where coach Luis de la Fuente and players celebrated on stage. Spain beat Argentina 1-0 to win the tournament.

    21 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Spain celebrates World Cup win with Madrid parade

    Spain's World Cup-winning squad held an open-top bus parade through Madrid on Monday before an estimated two million people, with players celebrating at Cibeles square after their 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina.

    21 July 2026 · The Standard

  4. Liverpool and England legend Kevin Keegan dies at 75

    Kevin Keegan, a former Liverpool and England star regarded as one of the greatest players of his generation and a double Ballon d'Or winner, has died aged 75 after battling stage four cancer. He was a celebrated player and manager, including a period reviving Newcastle.

    21 July 2026 · The Standard

Monday 20 July

  1. Former Liverpool and England star Kevin Keegan dies aged 75

    Kevin Keegan, a legendary striker for Liverpool and England, has died aged 75 after battling stage four cancer. He was diagnosed and underwent treatment in January.

    20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Spain captain Rodri wins 2026 World Cup Golden Ball award

    Spain's midfielder Rodri won the Golden Ball for best player at the 2026 World Cup after leading Spain to a 1-0 victory against Argentina. The 30-year-old Manchester City player, who won the 2024 Ballon d'Or, made his competitive return in May 2024 after rupturing an anterior cruciate ligament in September 2024.

    20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 18 July

  1. Tuchel admits England's World Cup exit has left lasting scars

    England manager Thomas Tuchel said Friday that his players carry the "scars" of their painful World Cup exit, acknowledging there is still a gap to close to the top nations. After a 2-1 semi-final defeat by Argentina, England will face France in the third-place play-off on Saturday.

    18 July 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 15 July

  1. Glasner takes Forest reins, warns no quick-fix for success

    Nottingham Forest's new manager Oliver Glasner believes the foundations are in place for a strong Premier League season, but says there is "no button to press" guaranteeing success. Glasner arrived at Forest after winning the FA Cup and European Conference League with Crystal Palace.

    15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 13 July

  1. Erling Haaland's impact on Norway at World Cup

    Erling Haaland scored seven goals across four matches for Norway in the World Cup before England defeated the team 2–1 in the quarter-finals, with Jude Bellingham scoring both goals. Haaland said the World Cup experience has changed him and grown his profile.

    13 July 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 12 July

  1. Haaland: Norway's World Cup run inspires new generation

    Erling Haaland said Norway's World Cup performances had inspired a new generation despite a 2-1 quarter-final defeat to England after extra-time. Haaland scored seven times in four games at the tournament, including two goals to eliminate Brazil in the last 16, before failing to score for the first time in 15 competitive games in the quarter-final loss.

    12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Bellingham scores twice as England beats Norway in World Cup quarters

    Jude Bellingham scored twice, including in extra-time, to help England overcome Norway 2-1 in their first World Cup quarter-final and reach the semi-finals. England will face Argentina or Switzerland on Wednesday for a chance to reach their first World Cup final in 60 years.

    12 July 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 11 July

  1. 25 coaches complete CAF D refresher course in Nairobi

    The Football Kenya Federation organized a three-day CAF D Refresher Coaching Course in Nairobi, with 25 coaches completing the program designed to prepare them for the next stage, the CAF C license, following curriculum changes. The FKF is urging Kenyan footballers to earn coaching qualifications while still playing to ease their transition into coaching and strengthen football development.

    11 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Norway coach says Kane-Haaland duel key to World Cup quarter-final

    Norway coach Stale Solbakken says the matchup between Erling Haaland and Harry Kane will be decisive in Norway's 2026 World Cup quarter-final against England on Saturday. Haaland has scored seven goals in four appearances at the tournament, while Kane has 14 World Cup goals and is one behind the Manchester City striker for tournament scoring.

    11 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. England trio returns to training before Norway World Cup quarter-final

    England's Declan Rice, Marc Guehi and Reece James all returned to training on Friday ahead of their World Cup quarter-final against Norway. James, who missed the previous three games with a hamstring injury, is set to return to the starting line-up on Saturday after Jarell Quansah was suspended.

    11 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. England faces Norway, Argentina plays Switzerland in World Cup quarter-finals

    England will play Norway in a World Cup quarter-final in Miami on Saturday, with the winner to face either reigning champions Argentina or Switzerland in the semi-finals. Harry Kane has scored six goals to lead England to the quarter-finals, while Erling Haaland has scored seven goals to carry Norway further than ever before, including an elimination of Brazil.

    11 July 2026 · The Standard

  5. Spain beats Belgium 2-1, advances to World Cup semi-final versus France

    Spain defeated Belgium 2-1 in a World Cup quarter-final on Friday to set up a semi-final against France. Mikel Merino scored the winning goal in the 88th minute after a goalkeeping error from Belgium's Senne Lammens.

    11 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 10 July

  1. England's O'Reilly says silencing Haaland vital in World Cup quarter-final

    Manchester City defender Nico O'Reilly said keeping Erling Haaland quiet would be "huge" ahead of England's 2026 World Cup quarter-final against Norway on Saturday in Miami. Haaland has scored seven goals at the tournament to lead his team into the quarter-finals for the first time.

    10 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. England face Norway and Haaland in World Cup quarter-final

    England advance to the World Cup quarter-finals in Miami against Norway, led by scoring machine Erling Haaland, who has seven goals in four World Cup appearances. England, featuring Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham, are favoured to reach the semi-finals despite defensive vulnerabilities.

    10 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

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