Author: Aditya Chauhan
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A City Under Siege: How Injuries Are Undermining Manchester City’s Dominance
Manchester City, the perennial force in English and European football, are facing a challenge unlike any they’ve encountered in recent years: a crippling injury crisis. While injuries are an inevitable part of the sport, the sheer number and significance of players sidelined for City is reaching a critical point. This article will analyze the extent…
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Brighton’s Midfield Vacuum Exposes Manchester City’s Control Issues
Manchester City’s recent loss against Brighton & Hove Albion was a stark reminder that even the most dominant teams have vulnerabilities. While a “catalogue of injuries” has undoubtedly played a role in City’s recent struggles, a deeper tactical issue was laid bare at the AMEX Stadium: City’s midfield is increasingly susceptible to high-energy, tactically flexible…
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Beyond the Braces: Analyzing Erling Haaland’s Holistic Impact on Manchester City’s Attack
Erling Haaland, the Norwegian goal-scoring machine, has become synonymous with finding the back of the net. His prolific scoring rate has shattered records and propelled Manchester City to new heights. However, a comprehensive analysis of Haaland’s performance necessitates looking beyond the goals. His impact extends far beyond the scoresheet, encompassing various facets of City’s attacking…
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How Rico Lewis has basically replaced two key players for Pep – analysis
Manchester City made an impressive start to the 2024-25 campaign by winning the FA Community Shield against Manchester United. Pep Guardiola’s team have been one of the most dominating teams in England. They won four back-to-back English Premier League titles and are looking for a fifth one. Manchester City started their title defence in style…
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Make-shift left back done good: Josko Gvardiol’s first season in England decoded
Josko Gvardiol joined Manchester City at the start of the season. After some impressive displays last season, and a couple against Man City, Pep decided to invest in the defender and made him the most expensive one in the history of the sport. Gvardiol is tall and strong and is only 22 years old. Everyone…
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New Year, same old Phil Foden: Englishman carrying City’s treble hopes
It has been a mixed season for Manchester City. The treble winners sought to become the first English club to win two trebles. However, things never worked in favour of Pep Guardiola’s men from the start. Their key man Kevin De Bruyne was facing injury issues right from the start. He missed almost half of…
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No end product: The stats behind Jeremy Doku’s Premier League drought
Over the years, Manchester City have made the best signings in England. Their scout system is performing well and is getting players with a winning mentality. A champion club needs big players, especially those who can be the difference maker. Jeremy Doku is one such player who arrived in the summer. The Belgian was known…
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Kevin returns: Belgian makes a positive comeback after injury
Manchester City suffered a major setback when their key player Kevin De Bruyne was injured at the start of the season. The Belgian was suffering from a long-term injury and needed some more time to recover. The treble winners decided to give him more time on the sidelines and brought him back after a full…
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Analysis: How 20-year-old has earned Guardiola’s trust
Over the years, Manchester City have produced some of the finest talents in football. The likes of Phil Foden and Jadon Sancho came through their academy and are some of the top youngsters in the world. Pep Guardiola’s arrival has also boosted the squad. He has signed some of the biggest talents and at the…
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Awesome Alvarez: How this Argentine led Man City’s to Club World Cup glory
Manchester City added another trophy to their cabinet and ended 2023 on a high after winning the FIFA Club World Cup 2023. Pep’s men won the treble last season and added another glory after a 4-0 win over Fluminense in the final. This was the last time that seven clubs appeared in this competition. From…