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Referees Body Admits VAR Mistake in Erling Haaland Goal Against Man United

Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) acknowledged a “judgment error” regarding the decision to award Erling Haaland’s winning goal for Manchester City in their 1-0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford. The goal arrived in the 60th minute of the Manchester derby with City down to ten men following Phil Foden’s 23rd-minute red card, […]

VAR Decision on Erling Haaland Derby Goal Triggers Debate After City Win

Erling Haaland’s match-winning goal for Manchester City against Manchester United triggered widespread debate after being initially ruled out for offside by the assistant referee before VAR intervened to award the goal. The goal arrived in the 60th minute of the Manchester derby at Old Trafford—despite City playing with ten men following Phil Foden’s 23rd-minute red […]

Haaland Breaks Manchester Derby Record as 10-Man Man City Beat United

Manchester City claimed bragging rights in the Manchester derby with a 1-0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford, in a match defined by Erling Haaland’s controversial winner and a resolute performance with ten men for over an hour. City played a man down from the 23rd minute following Phil Foden’s straight red card for […]

Enzo Fernández Set for Man City Move in Record-Breaking Transfer Deal

Manchester City have reached an agreement in principle with Chelsea to sign Argentine midfielder Enzo Fernández, according to Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio, with the deal awaiting final paperwork and medical examinations before an official announcement. Reports indicate that City will pay a base fee of at least £120 million (approximately €140 million), with the […]

Manchester City Hijack Tottenham’s £65M Deal for Everton’s Iliman Ndiaye

Manchester City have reached an agreement with Everton to sign Senegalese forward Iliman Ndiaye in one of the most prominent moves of the transfer window’s closing hours. Journalist Fabrizio Romano revealed that the agreement between the two clubs has been finalized, coinciding with personal terms being agreed upon and green light given for medical examinations. […]

Cody Gakpo Stays at Liverpool as Manchester City Transfer Collapses

Liverpool have decided to retain Cody Gakpo and close the door on his transfer to Manchester City after failing to secure a suitable replacement before the conclusion of the summer transfer window. Manchester City had submitted an offer valued at approximately £85 million, while English reports indicated a structure of £75 million guaranteed plus £5 […]

Manchester City Complete Signing of Allan Elias from Palmeiras

Manchester City have officially announced the signing of Brazilian winger Allan Elias from Palmeiras, making the 22-year-old the club’s fifth arrival of the summer transfer window, pending international clearance. Allan primarily plays as a right winger despite being left-footed, but he is also capable of operating behind the striker and in central midfield—a tactical versatility […]

Claudio Echeverri Set to Join Benfica on Loan with Option to Buy

Manchester City are close to sending Argentine talent Claudio Echeverri to Benfica on loan, in a fresh attempt to provide the 20-year-old with regular playing time and revive his form following a turbulent spell in Europe. “El Diablito” began his career in River Plate’s youth academy before being promoted to the first team in 2023. […]

Cody Gakpo Agrees Terms with Man City Ahead of Summer Deadline

Manchester City have intensified their efforts to sign Liverpool’s Dutch winger Cody Gakpo before the close of the summer transfer window. Fabrizio Romano revealed that City have advanced quickly in negotiations with the player’s representatives, as Gakpo has emerged as their preferred target to reinforce the wide areas. Gakpo has reached an agreement on personal […]

2026–27 Champions League League Phase Schedule Fully Confirmed

UEFA has announced the fixture dates for the 2026–27 Champions League league phase, which kicks off on September 8, 2026, featuring 36 clubs with each team playing eight matches (four at home and four away). The league phase concludes on January 27, 2027, with the top eight teams advancing directly to the Round of 16, […]