Tag: Manchester City

Transfer Rumors: The surprising reason why Barcelona don’t want Bernardo Silva
26Apr By Kevin ParviziNo Comments
Features, LaLiga, Premier League

Transfer Rumors: The surprising reason why Barcelona don’t want Bernardo Silva

Barcelona are in need of more star power in the summer 2024 transfer window after falling behind badly in the LaLiga title race and then getting embarrassed again in the Champions League knockout rounds - by PSG, no less. Manchester City right winger and midfielder Bernardo Silva is one top name suggested as an upgrade for Barcelona, and his possible transfer was reportedly discussed during the talks to keep Xavi as manager for the 2024/25 season. However, Diario Sport is now reporting that Barcelona do not view Bernardo Silva as a priority on the transfer market, because they think his 58 million euro release clause is actually excessively expensive. Barcelona feel that spending that much money on a 29-year-old player is too much. Furthermore, they view signing a defensive midfie...
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Ranking the 10 best dribblers in world football right now in 2024
23Apr By Kevin ParviziNo Comments
Champions League, Features

Ranking the 10 best dribblers in world football right now in 2024

Few player profiles captivating the world football audience's attention more than fleet-footed dribblers. Whether they are explosive progressors who eat up space before putting defenders on skates or playmakers who subtly weave their magic to carve up an entire defense, those superstars who can create something out of nothing but their own genius and athletic ability are more coveted an anyone. That holds true for managers, too. Pep Guardiola has become infatuated with elite dribblers, and a couple of these recent additions will show up on this list of the best dribblers in world football today. Other managers feel the same, as Carlo Ancelotti, for example, has always had a soft spot for flair dribblers like current superstars Rodrygo Goes and Vinicius Junior. (Spoiler: They will sho...
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Who is better, Jude Bellingham or Kevin De Bruyne?
22Apr By Kevin ParviziNo Comments
Champions League, Features, LaLiga, Premier League

Who is better, Jude Bellingham or Kevin De Bruyne?

Real Madrid attacking midfielder Jude Bellingham has taken the footballing world by storm. Even though he was already one of the world's best players in 2022/23 when he carried Borussia Dortmund to the doorstep of the Bundesliga title, Jude has been even more transcendent in 2023/24 with his new club. Bellingham, despite being a midfielder who still averages more than two tackles and interceptions per game, is in the race for LaLiga's Pichichi Trophy as the Spanish top flight's leading goal-scorer with 17. He has won important matches for Real Madrid on multiple occasions, including both Clasicos. But is Bellingham already better than Manchester City star Kevin De Bruyne? His Real Madrid side did knock the Citizens out of the Champions League quarterfinals in an act of revenge, but K...
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2024 Ballon d’Or Rankings after Jude Bellingham saves El Clasico again
21Apr By Kevin ParviziNo Comments
Champions League, Features

2024 Ballon d’Or Rankings after Jude Bellingham saves El Clasico again

With the heated Premier League title race coming to its concluding stretch and the Champions League semifinals set to get underway, the 2023/24 season is about to reach its peak conclusion, with plenty of intrigue remaining despite most of Europe's other top five leagues settling results. The 2024 Ballon d'Or rankings are now increasingly on the minds of fans, with supporters from all over the globe debating the merits of their superstar players and how they all stack up against each other. For example, how do the young stars of Xabi Alonso's historic Bayer Leverkusen side stack up against the elite superstars of the Premier League? Will a Real Madrid or Barcelona player take home the Ballon d'Or again? Here are the latest rankings after Jude Bellingham, the man of the hour, fired...
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5 reasons why Manchester City are Premier League title favorites over Liverpool and Arsenal
15Apr By Kevin ParviziNo Comments
Features, Premier League

5 reasons why Manchester City are Premier League title favorites over Liverpool and Arsenal

After Liverpool and Arsenal both lost and were shut out during the past weekend of Premier League fixtures, Manchester City have taken the lead in the title race, taking care of business with a 5-1 win over lowly Luton Town. Here are five reasons why the defending champions of the English top flight are, once again, the clear favorites to take home the Premier League title for a fourth season running. Manchester City have a better track record That last sentence hits at the most important reason why Manchester City are the favorites. There's a saying that past behavior is the best prediction of future results, and Man City have a habit of winning and doing so convincingly. It's a rare sight, at this point, for Manchester City to NOT win the Premier League, which is why people were ...
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The 5 most underrated Manchester City players
14Apr By Kevin ParviziNo Comments
Features, Premier League

The 5 most underrated Manchester City players

Manchester City are the defending champions of the Premier League and Champions League, and they are the favorites to repeat as the winners of both competitions in 2023/24. The Citizens are in the thick of the Premier League title race, battling familiar foes Arsenal and Liverpool for the crown this season. And in the Champions League, Man City are facing another familiar opponent in Real Madrid, whom they drew 3-3 in a firecracker to open the proceedings at the Santiago Bernabeu. Manchester City have a who's who of the world's best players, including young English phenom Phil Foden, playmaker extraordinaire Kevin De Bruyne, and former Dortmund superstar Erling Haaland. There are other stars who are more overlooked, though. Here are the five most underrated Manchester City players...
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Crucial Manchester City starters could be back for Arsenal clash
29Mar By Cody AcevedaNo Comments
Features, Premier League

Crucial Manchester City starters could be back for Arsenal clash

Manchester City vs. Arsenal this weekend could be a potential Premier League-deciding match. The Gunners are top of the table on 64 points, but City are right behind them with 63 points.  Injuries to Kyle Walker, John Stones, Kevin De Bruyne, Manuel Akanji, and Ederson before and during the international break threatened to dampen the spectacle on Sunday. Thankfully, it now looks like several of these key Man City starters could be back for the Arsenal match.  Kevin De Bruyne Kevin De Bruyne didn’t play for Belgium during the international break. The legendary playmaker was suffering from a lingering groin injury and needed a period of rest to recover fully.  Even with that time to rest, he is a doubt for Man City vs. Arsenal. However, De Bruyne was spotted in training on Thursday,...
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UCL Quarterfinal Predictions: Real Madrid Humbled Again; Arsenal Fairytale Begins; Barça Statement
15Mar By Kevin ParviziNo Comments
Champions League, Features, LaLiga, Premier League

UCL Quarterfinal Predictions: Real Madrid Humbled Again; Arsenal Fairytale Begins; Barça Statement

The matches for the 2023/24 Champions League quarterfinal round have been set. Here is an early look at which teams could advance and which teams will be heading home in this year's UCL. Arsenal vs. Bayern Munich Arsenal's Best Player How could it be anyone other than Bukayo Saka. The 22-year-old right winger is a Ballon d'Or-level talent and one of the most consistent footballers on the planet despite his young age. Even in the Champions League, Saka is colossal, recording three goals and four assists so far in the current campaign, showing he can more than step up to meet the challenge of the highest level of European football. Bayern's Best Player A familiar face to the Arsenal faithful, former Tottenham rival Harry Kane is having a special, potentially record-breaking season ...
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EPL Player of the Season Rankings: Tottenham rate highly; Bukayo Saka or Mohamed Salah No. 1?
1Mar By Kevin ParviziNo Comments
Features, Premier League

EPL Player of the Season Rankings: Tottenham rate highly; Bukayo Saka or Mohamed Salah No. 1?

With 26 Matchdays in the books, it's time to take an updated look at the top 10 contenders to win the Premier League Player of the Season award in 2023/24. 10. Tottenham ST Son Heung-min Son Heung-min was one of the biggest disappointments in the 2022/23 Premier League campaign, as Tottenham failed to qualify for Europe despite a sensational season from current Bayern Munich man Harry Kane. The South Korean superstar has been back to his superstar status in 2023/24, leading the way for a Spurs side that still has an outside shot at qualifying for the Champions League under new manager Ange Postecoglou. Son has really stepped up as the main man up top, scoring 12 goals to place himself among the league leaders. He's been so effective all-around, notching six assists and an avera...
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Best Premier League U23 Player Rankings: Arsenal dominate; Hope for Chelsea; Don’t sleep on Everton
26Feb By Kevin ParviziNo Comments
Features, Premier League

Best Premier League U23 Player Rankings: Arsenal dominate; Hope for Chelsea; Don’t sleep on Everton

Here is a ranking of the 10 best U23 players in the Premier League right now during the 2023/2024 season. 10. Everton CM James Garner Everton may be near the bottom of the Premier League table, but they do have a number of young talents worth betting on for the future, with center midfielder James Garner quietly standing out alongside Amadou Onana. While Onana is the one getting looks from the likes of Barcelona, Garner has been arguably even better this season with 2.6 tackles and 1.5 interceptions per game. He's even making a difference offensively with 1.2 key passes and 1.3 fouls drawn per game. At 22, Garner is a young general in midfield for Everton and can become one of the best at his position in the Premier League. 9. Manchester United RW Alejandro Garnacho Famou...
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