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Man City's 'teenagers' looking like the main men

Man City's 'teenagers' looking like the main men

Rediff.com13 Mar 2019

Having left it late to earn a 3-2 win in the first leg, City took a while to hit their stride at The Etihad on Tuesday but when they did Guardiola's team produced a magnificent attacking display that will ring alarm bells around Europe.

Football: City teenager Delap revels in dream debut

Football: City teenager Delap revels in dream debut

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

Liam Delap, the son of former Stoke City defender Rory, scored the opener for Pep Guardiola's side in the 2-1 win at the Etihad Stadium

Over-stretched United players in 'red zone', says Van Gaal

Over-stretched United players in 'red zone', says Van Gaal

Rediff.com8 Jan 2016

Several Manchester United players are in the 'red zone' according to manager Louis van Gaal as he weighs up his options for Saturday's FA Cup third round tie at home to Sheffield United. A hectic holiday programme, including four games in 15 days, has taken its toll on United's squad and Van Gaal fears that many of his over-stretched players risk injury or burnout. Defender Phil Jones is ruled out through injury while winger Ashley Young might not be risked with United set to face a Premier League clash at Newcastle United three days after playing third tier Sheffield United.

Will Guardiola push Manchester City to new heights?

Will Guardiola push Manchester City to new heights?

Rediff.com18 May 2016

Pep Guardiola to be a hard task master who will extract the best out of a side that has shone domestically but struggled against Europe's elite.

Ferguson to have a say on Moyes's successor; Ancelotti heads shortlist

Ferguson to have a say on Moyes's successor; Ancelotti heads shortlist

Rediff.com23 Apr 2014

Former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson will reportedly be consulted over the appointment of the successor of the sacked David Moyes at the Old Trafford club.

Dominant City beat Villa to win third straight League Cup

Dominant City beat Villa to win third straight League Cup

Rediff.com2 Mar 2020

Manchester City continued their imperious stranglehold over the League Cup with a 2-1 victory over Aston Villa with goals from Sergio Aguero and Rodri in the final at Wembley on Sunday to win the trophy for a third straight season. City became the first side to win the competition three seasons in a row since Liverpool claimed four straight titles from 1981 to 1984.

For Bayern's Guardiola, beating Porto was 'a matter of life or death'

For Bayern's Guardiola, beating Porto was 'a matter of life or death'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2015

Bayern Munich coach Pep Guardiola weathered his first major crisis at the German club, coming out stronger after his team crushed Porto 7-4 on aggregate on Tuesday to move into the Champions League last four.

Champions League PIX: Liverpool rout Man City at Anfield

Champions League PIX: Liverpool rout Man City at Anfield

Rediff.com5 Apr 2018

Liverpool ripped apart Manchester City with three goals inside the opening 31 minutes as they won their Champions League quarter-final, first leg tie 3-0 on Wednesday.

EPL: Man City held; Chelsea fall to Wolves

EPL: Man City held; Chelsea fall to Wolves

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

Manchester City's hopes of closing the gap on the Premier League pacesetters were frustrated as they were held to a 1-1 draw at home to lowly West Bromwich Albion on Tuesday.

Champions League: Everything about Manchester United vs Bayern Munich...

Champions League: Everything about Manchester United vs Bayern Munich...

Rediff.com1 Apr 2014

Manchester United remain very dangerous opponents despite their struggles domestically as they focus their efforts on Europe, Bayern Munich coach Pep Guardiola said on the eve of their Champions League quarter-final first leg.

Guardiola wants Manchester City to become 'believers'

Guardiola wants Manchester City to become 'believers'

Rediff.com7 Jan 2017

ManchesterCity manager Pep Guardiola had his spirits cheered with a 5-0 FA Cup thrashing of West Ham United on Friday that the Spaniard hopes will turn his side into "believers" for the rest of the campaign.

Six new players to watch out for in EPL

Six new players to watch out for in EPL

Rediff.com9 Sep 2020

Here are six who could make the biggest impact in this season's English Premier League.

City sign goalkeeper from Barcelona; Everton have no interest in Hart

City sign goalkeeper from Barcelona; Everton have no interest in Hart

Rediff.com25 Aug 2016

Manchester City have signed Chile goalkeeper Claudio Bravo from Barcelona on a four-year contract for an initial 18 million euros (15.37 million pounds), the clubs confirmed on Thursday.

Shearer tips Manchester clubs to claim EPL title

Shearer tips Manchester clubs to claim EPL title

Rediff.com13 Oct 2017

'Before the start of the season I felt Manchester United will be a lot better this year and they were my tip for the title'

First Look: Dhoni goes shooting after practice washed out

First Look: Dhoni goes shooting after practice washed out

Rediff.com20 Sep 2017

Former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni on Wednesday headed to Kolkata Police Training School for a session in pistol shooting after the team's outdoor practice at the Eden Gardens was cancelled due to rain.

Guardiola calls on Man City fans to help side overcome Spurs test

Guardiola calls on Man City fans to help side overcome Spurs test

Rediff.com16 Apr 2019

Pep Guardiola called on the home supporters to give his players their full support

Soccer transfers: Veteran Buffon returns to Juventus

Soccer transfers: Veteran Buffon returns to Juventus

Rediff.com4 Jul 2019

The 41-year-old has made 640 appearances in Serie A, within striking distance of the 647-game record of AC Milan defender Paolo Maldini. Buffon began his career at Parma before moving to the Turin club in 2001.

PHOTOS: Take a look at how Guardiola improved on Bayern's amazing season...

PHOTOS: Take a look at how Guardiola improved on Bayern's amazing season...

Rediff.com26 Mar 2014

Bayern Munich are shattering every single record in their path, extending their unbeaten league run to 52 games with 19 straight victories.

Manchester City boss Guardiola confirms interest in Stones and Sane

Manchester City boss Guardiola confirms interest in Stones and Sane

Rediff.com28 Jul 2016

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has confirmed he is interested in signing Everton's young centre back John Stones, who has been linked with a 50 million-pounds ($65.72 million) move to the Etihad Stadium.

City's Aguero to join Independiente after World Cup

City's Aguero to join Independiente after World Cup

Rediff.com11 Mar 2016

Argentina striker Sergio Aguero said on Thursday that he will leave ManchesterCity to return home to his first club Independiente after his contract expires following the 2018 World Cup.

Football Focus: Casillas bids discreet farewell to Porto

Football Focus: Casillas bids discreet farewell to Porto

Rediff.com2 Jul 2020

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

'This was a very difficult year for me, so four titles is good'

'This was a very difficult year for me, so four titles is good'

Rediff.com19 May 2014

Bayern Munich coach Pep Guardiola took his season title tally to four when his team clinched the German Cup on Saturday with a win over Borussia Dortmund to silence critics and complete a domestic double in the Spaniard's first season in charge.

EPL title battle: Advantage City but fixtures favour Liverpool

EPL title battle: Advantage City but fixtures favour Liverpool

Rediff.com4 Apr 2019

Whatever happens, there will be no shortage of drama between now and May 12.

Guardiola banking on 'angry Ribery' to pip Real

Guardiola banking on 'angry Ribery' to pip Real

Rediff.com28 Apr 2014

Bayern Munich coach Pep Guardiola is counting on Frenchman Franck Ribery's anger to power them past Real Madrid in their Champions League semi-final second leg on Tuesday despite the winger's recent slump in form.

No Christmas holiday for Manchester City's players

No Christmas holiday for Manchester City's players

Rediff.com24 Dec 2016

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola will not allow his players time off for Christmas as he wants to ensure they are fully prepared for Monday's English Premier League trip to basement team Hull City.

CL PHOTOS: Bayern crush City, Ronaldo at the double for Real

CL PHOTOS: Bayern crush City, Ronaldo at the double for Real

Rediff.com3 Oct 2013

Holders Bayern Munich left Champions League aspirants Manchester City chasing shadows with a 3-1 win on Wednesday to serve notice Pep Guardiola will leave no stone unturned to re-establish their continental dominance.

When fans boo their own players....

When fans boo their own players....

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

Players from both teams took a knee in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement before Wednesday's game at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas, but their gesture was overshadowed by booing from a small section of fans.

Champions League: Real frustrate Liverpool; City reach semis

Champions League: Real frustrate Liverpool; City reach semis

Rediff.com15 Apr 2021

Real Madrid moved into the semi-finals of the Champions League after their makeshift defence held on for 0-0 second-leg draw with Liverpool at Anfield on Wednesday to complete a 3-1 aggregate win.

8 LFW behind-the-scenes pics you can't miss

8 LFW behind-the-scenes pics you can't miss

Rediff.com24 Jan 2017

Hitesh Harisinghani gets a sneak-peek at all the action before LFW's opening ceremony.

City's Guardiola makes emotional return to Barca

City's Guardiola makes emotional return to Barca

Rediff.com19 Oct 2016

Pep Guardiola's formidable managerial skills will be put to the test again when his stuttering ManchesterCity side visit his former club Barcelona in a top-of-the-bill Champions League clash on Wednesday.

PIX: 10-man Leeds shock Manchester City; Liverpool win

PIX: 10-man Leeds shock Manchester City; Liverpool win

Rediff.com10 Apr 2021

Images from Saturday's action in the Premier League.

PIX: Messi scores as PSG down City; Real lose to Sheriff

PIX: Messi scores as PSG down City; Real lose to Sheriff

Rediff.com29 Sep 2021

Lionel Messi scored his maiden goal for Paris St Germain in Tuesday's 2-0 Champions League victory against Manchester City.

Heard of poll tourism? Find out what it is all about

Heard of poll tourism? Find out what it is all about

Rediff.com17 Mar 2014

Tour operators have gone a step ahead to introduce poll tourism in a bid to cash in on election fever.

Champions League: Can Arsenal and City create miracles in Europe?

Champions League: Can Arsenal and City create miracles in Europe?

Rediff.com10 Mar 2014

Arsenal and Manchester City face monumental tasks when they visit European powerhouses Bayern Munich and Barcelona looking to overturn 2-0 deficits in the second legs of their Champions League last-16 ties.

Juve favourites for Champions League with Ronaldo in squad: Messi

Juve favourites for Champions League with Ronaldo in squad: Messi

Rediff.com4 Sep 2018

Says Real Madrid weaker without the Portuguese

The argument about my ideas is not valid: Guardiola

The argument about my ideas is not valid: Guardiola

Rediff.com30 Apr 2014

Bayern Munich coach Pep Guardiola still believes in possession-based football and cannot alter his feelings about the way the game should be played, he said after the Champions League holders were hammered by Real Madrid.

Messi, Platini lead tributes to former Barca coach Vilanova

Messi, Platini lead tributes to former Barca coach Vilanova

Rediff.com26 Apr 2014

Former Barcelona coach Tito Vilanova has died aged 45 following a battle with cancer that forced him to stand down at the end of last season, the club announced on Friday.

Turning points: How Bayern beat Arsenal; Milan pay for 20 minutes of sloppy play

Turning points: How Bayern beat Arsenal; Milan pay for 20 minutes of sloppy play

Rediff.com20 Feb 2014

Turning points from the UEFA Champions League matches played between Arsenal-Bayern Munich and Atletico Madrid-AC Milan.

Familiar foe Guardiola blocking Real path to glory

Familiar foe Guardiola blocking Real path to glory

Rediff.com22 Apr 2014

The last thing Real Madrid wanted was another Champions League semi-final clash against Bayern Munich and on Wednesday they will need to get the better of a familiar foe who very much appears to have their number.

What rivals must do to challenge Manchester City...

What rivals must do to challenge Manchester City...

Rediff.com22 Dec 2017

Manchester City's rivals have a very small chance of halting the Premier League leaders' march to the title, Tottenham Hotspur playmaker Christian Eriksen has said.