Arsenal’s title aspirations suffered a setback after a surprising 0-0 draw against Everton, while Manchester City capitalized on the slip-up to claim the league lead. Meanwhile, Liverpool secured their first win of the season with a thrilling victory over Tottenham Hotspur.
Manchester City maintained its grip on second place in the Premier League with a thrilling 3-2 win over Fulham, while West Ham secured its first home victory under Julen Lopetegui with a convincing 4-1 win over Ipswich Town.
Manchester City’s manager Pep Guardiola expressed frustration after the Premier League denied their request to postpone the first two games of the 2025-26 season to allow players to recover from the FIFA Club World Cup. This decision comes amid growing concerns about the packed football calendar and its impact on player well-being.
Manchester City secured their first Champions League victory of the season with a resounding 4-0 triumph over Slovan Bratislava. Goals from Ilkay Gundogan, Phil Foden, Erling Haaland, and James McAtee showcased City’s dominance, leaving Slovan struggling to find their footing throughout the match.
Arsenal claimed their first Women’s Super League (WSL) victory of the season with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Leicester City. Meanwhile, Manchester United and Manchester City also secured wins, with Grace Clinton scoring for United and Khadija Shaw finding the net for City. West Ham United salvaged a draw against Liverpool thanks to a late goal by Riko Ueki.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola faces a significant challenge in replacing the injured Rodri, who has been ruled out for the rest of the season after suffering an ACL injury. Despite the setback, Guardiola praised the performances of Rico Lewis and Mateo Kovacic in the 1-1 draw against Newcastle United, highlighting their ability to fill the void in midfield. The manager also acknowledged the difficulty in replacing Rodri’s contributions and the need to find solutions for the rest of the season.
Get ready for an exciting Premier League match as Newcastle United takes on Manchester City at St. James’ Park. Follow live updates, team lineups, and all the action from this highly anticipated clash.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has responded to Arsenal’s aggressive tactics in their recent Premier League clash, stating that City is ready for the challenge. He believes Arsenal is attempting to provoke a ‘war’ between the two clubs, a sentiment echoed by City’s Erling Haaland who confronted Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta after the match.
Manchester City midfielder Rodri will miss the rest of the 2024-25 season after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury. The news was confirmed by manager Pep Guardiola, who revealed that Rodri underwent surgery on Friday. The injury is a major blow for City, who are already facing a tight title race.
The Premier League saw a thrilling draw between Manchester City and Arsenal, while Lionel Messi returned to form in MLS. Elsewhere, Barcelona continues to dominate La Liga, and Bayern Munich enjoys a perfect start in the Bundesliga.
