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LIVE streaming - Barcelona vs Man City: Watch Messi vs Aguero on March 12
Preview: Camp Nou to witness a battle of wounded warriors
On Tuesday night in Munich, Arsenal became the first English team to crash out of the 2013/14 UEFA Champions League. Manchester City are on the brink of an exit as well. They will need a miracle at the Camp Nou but how possible will it be, knowing that they carry the wound of their shocking loss 2-1 to Wigan Athletic in the FA Cup?
The two protagonists ahead of Wednesday’s showdown are Lionel Messi and Sergio Aguero. Either of the two Argentines may decide the game. Between them, there have been eight goals. Aguero had to miss the first leg as he was recovering from injury. His return in the UEFA Champions League has been greeted with much talk.
LIVE streaming: Man City vs Barcelona - Watch Champions League match
Preview: Manchester City want to show their coming of age
Manuel Pellegrini has helped guide Manchester City beyond the Champions League Group Stage, but he now faces a more difficult task. The Chilean manager has his squad competing on four fronts this season, but getting past Barcelona may be his toughest task since his arrival at the Etihad.
Free-flowing offense has City scoring loads of goals, despite an occasional slip-up here and there. They are currently third in the Premier League standings, but they have a game in hand.
Man City vs Arsenal live: Watch EPL title race battle on Dec 14, 2013
Preview: Arsenal look to silence their doubters against a high scoring Manchester City side
If we take a look back to August 2013, on the opening weekend of the 2013/14 English Premier League season, not many football fans would have expected the league table to look as it does.
Not only is Manchester City's four league losses a bit shocking, considering we are only 15 matches in, but Arsenal in first place may come as just as much of a shock.
The signing of Özil and the incredible form of Aaron Ramsey has helped propel the Gunners into the top spot, while they also have the best away record in the league. With five victories away from the Emirates, one draw and one defeat at Old Trafford, Arsene Wenger's squad goes into the Etihad on Saturday fresh off a defeat in mid-week.
Sunderland vs Man City live streaming: Watch Aguero’s Citizens on November 10, 2013
Preview: More misery for the Black Cats?
After their awful display in a 3-1 home loss to Bayern Munich, many tipped Manchester City to fail again in the UEFA Champions League. However, they responded well with vital wins over CSKA Moscow to reach the Last 16 of the tournament.
“It’s a big achievement for the club because this is the first time we’ve gone beyond the group stages so we’re really happy, but there is still a long way to go,” midfielder Samir Nasri told the club's official website.
“Now we’ll focus on the Premier League but on paper, we have as much quality as Real Madrid, Barcelona, Arsenal and [Manchester] United.”
Man City vs Man United: Top five Manchester Derby battles on Sep 22, 2013
Sergio Aguero vs Rio Ferdinand
The Argentine has so far, been a joy to watch this season. Despite being more of a number 10 player, Aguero has performed admirably as a secondary striker where his tenacity and supreme skill level becomes a nuisance for the best defenders out there.
Indeed, Rio Ferdinand will have his work cut out for him. Over the years, the England international has lost much of his pace which means that the former Leeds United man should look to use his experience as his prime weapon when he takes on Messi Junior’s godfather.
Stoke vs Manchester City live: Watch Aguero's Citizens in EPL match - September 14, 2013
Preview: City target a strong win in Mark Hughes reunion
The Welsh international managed the Etihad side for two seasons following which he was sacked and replaced by Roberto Mancini. The former Manchester United star also had stints at London clubs Fulham and Queens Park Rangers before replacing Tony Pulis at Stoke City.
Stoke under Hughes have had a bright start to the Premier League campaign having won two of the three matches they have played so far. A win on Saturday could take the Potters to the top four, a win for City on the other can possibly take them to the top of the table even if for a little while.
Man City vs Arsenal friendly: Live streaming, not on TV in UK - Aug. 10
Preview: Final preparations to be made in Helsinki
At the moment, expectations for Arsenal and Manchester City could be slightly different heading into the 2013/14 campaign.
For Arsenal fans, they have endured yet another off season with no big name signings, despite Arsene Wenger and Ivan Gazidis claiming that the Gunners were ready to spend. After failing to sign Gonzalo Higuain, it appears the London side is set to miss out on Luis Suarez, who may be staying at Liverpool, at least for the time being.
EPL transfer update: Can Alvaro Negredo break Manchester City’s striker curse?
After long and arduous discussions, Manchester City were finally able to seal a deal for Spanish international, Alvaro Negredo from Sevilla. The striker was one of the most wanted players in Europe this summer and Manuel Pellegrini can now afford himself a smug smile for being able to get his man. Indeed, it would be quite interesting to see the player don the City colours and try and replicate the same form that made him one of the best strikers in Spain last season.
Ecuador vs Argentina Preview
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Lionel Messi started the stalemate against Colombia on the bench, and the four time Ballon D’or winner awaits the same fate as he is yet to return to full fitness.
Much to the woes of Alejandro Sabella, the Argentina head coach will not be able to utilize the services of Gonzalo Higuain and Pablo Zabaleta as the duo face suspensions. Higuain received his marching orders after a malicious tackle on Ospina in the match against Colombia, whereas Zabaleta who was one yellow card away from suspension will also be out of the important clash.
Boca Juniors full back Clemente Rodriguez is set to replace the Manchester City man in the squad and will face competition from Gino Peruzzi and Hugo Campagnaro for a berth in the starting line up.
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Were Chelsea robbed against Manchester City in the FA Cup semis?
It does not rain, it pours whenever Chelsea get knocked out of a competition. There is almost always a big drama whenever the Blues bow out of the competition which is why watching their games is just too exciting for a neutral. On Sunday, it was the same case as Rafael Benitez bade goodbye to another title winning opportunity with Chelsea. The Europa Cup remains his only chance of winning silverware with Chelsea, before he is asked to clear his desk at the end of the season.
Manchester City to fall short of chase after loss at Goodison Park
Manchester City’s dramatic league win last season divided football fans world over between the two halves of Manchester. The injection of towering finances had finally seemed to bear fruit as Roberto Mancini marshalled his men to the summit of England’s top-most football honour. While nearly all football experts believed in a fierce rivalry to have been born in terms of competence within Manchester, the season that followed did not suggest so.With nine games to go, Mancini’s Blues are way short of successfully defending there “champions” label, with the Red half of Manchester nearing to a 20th league title. Last season’s win saw City win a trophy in the top division of English football after 44 years, and in the current scenario it might have to wait again before winning it back.
Five matches which cost Manchester City the Premier League title this season
Manchester City enjoyed a memorable term last year as they won the league title for the first time in over 40 years. The Citizens were widely expected to continue their blistering form to the new season, having already strengthened their squad with fresh recruits in the summer. However things turned out to be very different and City have had an unsatisfactory season. They were humiliated in the Champions League finishing at the bottom in their group and are now on the verge of failing to defend their league title.
Manchester United and Manchester City have both lost three matches in the league, but it is the eight matches City have drawn compared to United’s two which has led to them trailing in the table. Let’s take a look at five matches which might have lost City the League title this season.
EPL title race: Any luck for Man City against overwhelming favourites Man United?
United’s noisy neighbours City, are currently trailing by 12 points to the leaders who show no sign of throwing away the title like they did last season. Aguero himself accepts the fact, that the current situation makes it very difficult for them to win the Premier League crown. Whereas Roberto Mancini’s men have been on a very inconsistent run, having uselessly dropped points, their rivals Manchester United have shown no mercy. The side have not lost a single match in the league, in the last three months. Their last defeat surprisingly came at the hands of struggling Reading, who beat the Red Devils at the Madejski Stadium.
Manchester City Vs Chelsea: Which of these EPL big spenders has used money better?
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How will Manchester City react to the absence of Kun Aguero?
Fortunately for Aguero, City fans and Manchester City themselves, Aguero’s injury appears to be less worrying than originally expected. After looking at multiple angles of the play, many feared he had serious ligament damage which could have caused him to miss upwards of three or four months.Aguero quickly put City fans at ease after taking to his Twitter account to tell everyone that he was doing better than expected.
Manchester City vs Fulham Preview
Manchester City must recover from their crucial defeat to Everton. The Citizens got punished by a former Manchester United boy, Darron Gibson. His goal proved to be the difference at Goodison Park on Tuesday night.Roberto Mancini and his men are leveled on points with Man United at the top of the English Premier League standings. Both teams have 54 points after 23 games. The Red Devils might stumble away to Chelsea this weekend so Manchester City can look forward to seizing their opportunities this weekend.
Meanwhile, Fulham will need to overcome the psychological blow of losing key player Sidwell to a long-term injury. Martin Jol confirmed the news on Thursday by stating the following according to ESPN:
FIFA Ballon d’Or 2011 award shortlists for men’s player and coach of the year revealed
Most football fans are particularly interested in the player award nomination. Lionel Messi, who is the reigning champion, is poised to retain his title. However, his 2011 Copa America fiasco with Argentina could cost him a ball made of gold. A potential contender would be Luis Suarez. The ex-Ajax striker was controversially omitted from the 2010 FIFA Ballon d'Or award list.Expectedly, Xavi and Cristiano Ronaldo have been named alongside Messi whereas Sergio Aguero, Nani, Wayne Rooney and Luis Suarez are the only English Premier League-based players in the list.
Interestingly, young Brazilian star Neymar is part of it. Copa America hero Diego Forlan and Anzhi Makhachkala’s Samuel Eto’o have been included as well.
Manchester United vs Manchester City and the EPL table
The undefeated Manchester City club has been impressive this season in the EPL, having recorded 7 wins in 8 games played. They have also been quite precise in front of goal, averaging a bit more than 3 goals per encounter.Their tight defence has enabled them to secure a goal difference of +21; but more importantly, City lead the overall standings with 22 points. This means they are only 2 points ahead of arch-rivals Manchester United.
Undoubtedly, their lead has yet to be a comfortable one. What matters though - at least for now - is that they have a big advantage, which they could use to increase their chances of realizing their title dream before the end of the league race.
Last Gasp Sergio Aguero Strike Keeps Manchester City’s UEFA Champions League Hopes Alive
City still sit outside the top two qualification spots in a difficult Group A, but are now only one point below second placed SSC Napoli.Roberto Mancini had told the official UEFA website this week that this was a game his team would “need to win.” With those words ringing in their ears, it must have doubled the pressure when Villarreal took a 4th minute lead courtesy of Cani.
Joe Hart had saved a long range Giuseppe Rossi strike, but Spanish midfielder Cani was on hand to turn home the rebound.
City pressed forward in search of an equalizer, with Aleksandar Kolarov forcing Diego Lopez into a smart save from a free kick, before blazing another effort wide of the target.
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