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Manchester City held by Chelsea; drop points in chase of Arsenal

Manchester City held by Chelsea; drop points in chase of Arsenal

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez scored a smash-and-grab goal deep in injury time to salvage a 1-1 draw with Manchester City on Sunday.

Semenyo fires Man City to FA Cup glory over Chelsea

Semenyo fires Man City to FA Cup glory over Chelsea

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Manchester City defeated Chelsea 1-0 in the FA Cup final, with Antoine Semenyo's 72nd-minute goal securing the victory and completing an English cup double.

Messi Turns 39: The Legend Continues to Grow

Messi Turns 39: The Legend Continues to Grow

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

Lionel Messi, widely regarded as one of football's greatest players, celebrated his 39th birthday. The article chronicles his journey from humble beginnings in Rosario to becoming a global superstar, highlighting his unparalleled success at Barcelona, his international triumphs with Argentina including the 2022 World Cup, his individual accolades like eight Ballon d'Or awards, and his current impact with Inter Miami, cementing his legacy as a record-breaking legend.

Here's why Pep HATES new Champions League format

Here's why Pep HATES new Champions League format

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is not entirely sold on the new Champions League format

Manchester United's Fernandes is EPL player of the season

Manchester United's Fernandes is EPL player of the season

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes also emerged as the Premier League's best playmaker this season when he created a league-high 132 chances.

Man City stay in title hunt; Liverpool Man United held

Man City stay in title hunt; Liverpool Man United held

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Manchester City defeated Brentford 3-0, closing the gap on Premier League leaders Arsenal. Liverpool drew with Chelsea, while other key Premier League results impacted European qualification hopes.

EPL: City crush Chelsea; Tottenham's relegation fears grow

EPL: City crush Chelsea; Tottenham's relegation fears grow

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Manchester City scored three goals in 17 second-half minutes and move within six points of league leaders Arsenal.

Arsenal crowned Premier League champions for first time in 22 years

Arsenal crowned Premier League champions for first time in 22 years

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Arsenal have been crowned Premier League champions for the first time in 22 years after Manchester City's draw against Bournemouth.

Teams are no longer scared of Manchester City: Guardiola

Teams are no longer scared of Manchester City: Guardiola

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has noticed an increase in opposing teams adopting a man-marking approach.

Arteta Stays Defiant as Arsenal Title Fight 'Starts Again'

Arteta Stays Defiant as Arsenal Title Fight 'Starts Again'

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Mikel Arteta insists the Premier League title race "starts again" after Arsenal's 2-1 loss to Manchester City, with five games left and everything still to play for.

Man City host Liverpool, Arsenal visit Southampton in FA Cup quarters

Man City host Liverpool, Arsenal visit Southampton in FA Cup quarters

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Manchester City will host Liverpool in the FA Cup quarter-finals while Arsenal travel to Southampton as the last-eight draw sets up a blockbuster clash.

Guardiola left frustrated after City's request shot down

Guardiola left frustrated after City's request shot down

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

Guardiola said the expanded Club World Cup would make it even more difficult for clubs to manage player workload.

'Gaza war hurts my whole body'

'Gaza war hurts my whole body'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

'It's not about ideology. It's not about whether I'm right, or you're wrong. It's just about the love of life, about the care of your neighbour.'

Manchester City beat Southampton with late goal, make 4th FA Cup final on the trot

Manchester City beat Southampton with late goal, make 4th FA Cup final on the trot

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Manchester City came from behind to beat Championship side Southampton 2-1 with a late goal from Nico Gonzalez at Wembley on Saturday to book a place in an unprecedented fourth consecutive FA Cup final and keep alive their hopes of a domestic treble.

EPL: Manchester City steal top spot, Burnley relegated

EPL: Manchester City steal top spot, Burnley relegated

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Manchester City climbed to the top of the Premier League after defeating Burnley 1-0, while Burnley's defeat confirmed their relegation.

Mounting Injuries Threaten Stars Ahead Of The World Cup

Mounting Injuries Threaten Stars Ahead Of The World Cup

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Several high-profile football players are facing injuries ahead of the World Cup, raising concerns about their participation in the tournament. Kylian Mbappe, Lamine Yamal, and other stars are among those sidelined, while the packed playing schedule is drawing criticism.

Guardiola to miss City's next two games for health reasons

Guardiola to miss City's next two games for health reasons

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

Champions City are second in the Premier League standings with six points from two games. They travel to promoted Sheffield United on Saturday before hosting Fulham on September 2.

Rodri to miss City's Villarreal, Villa games

Rodri to miss City's Villarreal, Villa games

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

City travel to Rodri's former club Villarreal on Tuesday in the Champions League before facing Villa in the Premier League on Sunday.

Haaland magic sends Man City into FA Cup semis

Haaland magic sends Man City into FA Cup semis

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Erling Haaland scored a hat-trick as Manchester City defeated Liverpool 4-0 to advance to the FA Cup semi-finals. Liverpool struggled after Haaland's opening penalty, with further goals from Semenyo and Haaland sealing the victory.

Guardiola shrugs off Real Madrid's Ballon d'Or boycott

Guardiola shrugs off Real Madrid's Ballon d'Or boycott

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

Indian club East Bengal produced an utterly dominant show to crush Bangladesh's Bashundhara Kings 4-0 in their AFC Challenge League match in Thimphu on Tuesday.

Manchester City win with O'Reilly brace; Villa, Chelsea held

Manchester City win with O'Reilly brace; Villa, Chelsea held

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

Aston Villa and Chelsea drop crucial points in the Premier League as Leeds and Burnley earn draws; James Milner sets appearance record.

Premier League: Bournemouth stun Arsenal to open title race

Premier League: Bournemouth stun Arsenal to open title race

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Bournemouth defeated Arsenal 2-1 at the Emirates, throwing the Premier League title race wide open and boosting Manchester City's chances.

How City 2023 stack up against Guardiola's 2009 Barca

How City 2023 stack up against Guardiola's 2009 Barca

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

City completed the treble of Champions League, Premier League and FA Cup titles, matching Manchester United's feat in 1999 and drawing comparisons with Guardiola's 2008-09 Barcelona team.

Guardiola says City ready for most important game of season

Guardiola says City ready for most important game of season

Rediff.com23 May 2025

City midfielder Phil Foden was not named in England coach Thomas Tuchel's squad for a pair of upcoming games, after requesting to be omitted. Foden said this week he was nursing an ankle injury.

When Ranveer Met Bolt, Pep, Stokes...

When Ranveer Met Bolt, Pep, Stokes...

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

Bollywood star Ranveer Singh had a day to remember as he caught up with some of the world's greatest sportspeople at the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix at the Yas Marina Circuit on Sunday.

EPL: Title race heats up as Arsenal return with slim margin for error

EPL: Title race heats up as Arsenal return with slim margin for error

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Arsenal resume their Premier League title push with a nine-point lead after a morale-boosting win in Europe, but a resurgent Manchester City and an intense race for Champions League spots ensure a thrilling run-in.

Did Xavi, Pep really apply for India head coach job?

Did Xavi, Pep really apply for India head coach job?

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

Xavi Hernandez and Pep Guardiola's applications were not genuine: AIFF

City stalled, Liverpool blunt as New Year turns goal-shy

City stalled, Liverpool blunt as New Year turns goal-shy

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

Second-placed City would have reduced Arsenal's advantage to two points but instead were frustrated as their winning streak in all competitions was halted at eight.

Manchester City, Chelsea, Arsenal labour into FA Cup quarter-finals

Manchester City, Chelsea, Arsenal labour into FA Cup quarter-finals

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Manchester City, Chelsea and Arsenal progressed to the FA Cup quarter-finals after victories over Newcastle United, Wrexham and Mansfield Town respectively on Saturday.

EPL PIX: Man City Sink Liverpool In Pep's 1,000th Game

EPL PIX: Man City Sink Liverpool In Pep's 1,000th Game

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

Man City ease to 3-0 win over Liverpool as Guardiola celebrates 1,000th game in style

Manchester City sign winger Semenyo from Bournemouth

Manchester City sign winger Semenyo from Bournemouth

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Antoine Semenyo has bewildered defences with 10 goals and three assists this season for Bournemouth.

Struggling Tottenham Hotspur appoint De Zerbi as manager

Struggling Tottenham Hotspur appoint De Zerbi as manager

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Tottenham Hotspur have appointed Roberto De Zerbi as their manager on a long-term contract, the Premier League club said on Tuesday, and the Italian coach has seven games to steer the North London side to safety.

Manchester City thump Newcastle United to storm into League Cup final

Manchester City thump Newcastle United to storm into League Cup final

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Manchester City set up a League Cup final date with Arsenal after a comprehensive 3-1 second-leg victory over visiting Newcastle United secured a 5-1 aggregate win in their semi-final.

EPL: Arsenal two wins away from title; Burnley dent Villa's European dreams

EPL: Arsenal two wins away from title; Burnley dent Villa's European dreams

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Arsenal cleared arguably the most dangerous remaining obstacle in their path to the Premier League title by the skin of their teeth as Leandro Trossard's late goal secured a dramatic 1-0 win at West Ham United to restore their five-point lead on Sunday.

EPL: Manchester City down Arsenal to ignite title race; Liverpool win

EPL: Manchester City down Arsenal to ignite title race; Liverpool win

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Manchester City defeated Arsenal in a crucial Premier League match, while Liverpool secured a late win against Everton. Nottingham Forest also claimed a significant victory against Burnley.

FA Cup: Guehi scores as Man City beat Salford, Burnley out

FA Cup: Guehi scores as Man City beat Salford, Burnley out

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Manchester City defeated Salford City in the FA Cup, while Burnley suffered a surprising defeat to Mansfield Town. West Ham United and Norwich City also secured victories in their respective matches.

Man City's 15-year Champions League streak at risk

Man City's 15-year Champions League streak at risk

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Manchester City are at risk of missing out on next season's Champions League due to their recent dip in form, manager Pep Guardiola said.

Premier League: Liverpool end losing run; Arsenal get title jolt

Premier League: Liverpool end losing run; Arsenal get title jolt

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Arsenal's title hopes suffer a blow with a home defeat to Bournemouth, while Liverpool strengthens their Champions League aspirations with a win over Fulham. Brentford and Everton draw in a battle of top-five contenders.

Guardiola tips England to win Euro 2024

Guardiola tips England to win Euro 2024

Rediff.com6 May 2024

England are grouped with Slovenia, Denmark and Serbia at Euro 2024 in Germany, which begins on June 14.

Arsenal seize control as Manchester City slip; Chelsea thrash Villa

Arsenal seize control as Manchester City slip; Chelsea thrash Villa

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Arsenal seized control of the Premier League title race as Bukayo Saka's goal secured a priceless 1-0 win at Brighton and Hove Albion and Manchester City could only draw 2-2 at home to relegation-threatened Nottingham Forest.