Burton Albion vs Man City: TV channel, live stream, squad news & preview

Pep Guardiola’s side head to the Pirelli Stadium for the first time, while the Brewers will want to avoid another drubbing after a 9-0 first-leg loss Manchester City face Burton Albion in what could be considered the most redundant second leg in League Cup history. Carabao Cup holders City won the first leg 9-0 at …

'It's his business' – Pochettino refuses to judge Sarri for criticising Chelsea players

After the Blues boss publicly accused his players of being difficult to motivate, his Spurs counterpart declined to comment on his methods Mauricio Pochettino has refused to judge Maurizio Sarri for his decision to criticise his Chelsea players in public. Sarri accused his squad of being “extremely difficult to motivate” after their 2-0 Premier League …

Sarri confirms Higuain deal 'hours away' but striker will not face Spurs

The Argentine is expected to finalise his transfer shortly, but will miss the Blues’ crucial upcoming London derby Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri has confirmed that the signing of Gonzalo Higuain is ‘hours away’, but that the deal will not be done in time for the striker to face Tottenham in the second leg of their …

Higuain flies to London to complete Chelsea loan move

The Blues are attempting to get the deal done in time to have the Argentina international available to face Tottenham Gonzalo Higuain has arrived in London as he looks to finalise his loan move to Chelsea, Goal understands. The Blues are hoping to have the deal completed before the 12pm (GMT) deadline on Wednesday that would …

Sideways passer or Sarri’s star man? Jorginho splitting the Chelsea fanbase

After being lauded for his pin-point passing during the Blues’ sensational start to the season, the Italy international is now being made a scapegoat Like an orchestral conductor, Chelsea playmaker Jorginho doesn’t get much time in the limelight when things are going well but he’s the first to be singled out whenever those around him …

Collins reveals what Guardiola said to him after Chelsea loanee conceded NINE goals against Man City

The Burton keeper had the busiest day of his career two weeks ago as he prepares for the Carabao Cup second leg on Wednesday with his head held high For many, conceding nine goals in a game would be an experience to forget, but for Burton Albion goalkeeper Bradley Collins, the 9-0 mauling by Manchester …

Has unhappy Mahrez been given the Sane treatment by Pep?

The Algerian has been frustrated with his lack of game time of late, after being left out altogether for Manchester City’s win at Huddersfield Pep Guardiola’s terse response was something of a giveaway. Asked about Riyad Mahrez’s absence from the Manchester City squad at Huddersfield, the Catalan had just four words in total.  “Rotation, tactical …

I'm not his father – Guardiola demands Mendy matures

The full-back will return against Burton Albion in the Carabao Cup after two months out Pep Guardiola believes Manchester City’s Benjamin Mendy has the potential to be a top-class left-back but wants the defender to show more maturity, noting: “I’m not his father.” Mendy’s career since joining City from Monaco has been heavily disrupted by a …

Barcelona make bumper offer to land De Jong ahead of PSG and Man City

The Spanish giants are confident their huge wage package will ensure they win the race to sign the talented Dutchman Barcelona are ready to pay Frenkie de Jong €16 million (£14m/$18m) a year in order to beat a host of rivals to the young Ajax midfielder’s signature, Goal understands. The 21-year-old is one of Europe’s …

'I don't want sad players here' – Guardiola admits Otamendi isn't happy at Man City

Click:dandruff solution Nicolas Otamendi has drifted out of favour at Manchester City and Pep Guardiola conceded the Argentina international is dissatisfied. Pep Guardiola accepts Nicolas Otamendi is not happy at Manchester City because of a lack of game-time. Otamendi is competing for selection with City captain Vincent Kompany, England defender John Stones and previous club-record signing …