Man City seal last‑16 as Haaland scores, Doku suffers calf issue
Bodo/Glimt’s Kasper Hogh, who hit a double against Manchester City, scores again in the Champions League as interest grows, though his club say they are not obliged to sell.
Manchester City plan to keep Omar Marmoush this window despite interest from Tottenham and Aston Villa, valuing his depth behind Haaland after his goal against Wolves.
After beating Galatasaray 2-0, City will face Real Madrid, Inter, Bodo/Glimt or Benfica in the last 16 following the play-off phase. Draw due 27 February 2026.
City’s 2-0 win over Galatasaray gives Guardiola his 400th victory at the club, fastest to 400 in English top-flight management. Haaland and Cherki net, last‑16 place secured.
Play is suspended at 2-0 after multiple protesters invade the Etihad pitch. Haaland scores from a Doku through ball, Cherki adds a second from Doku’s cut-back before order is restored.
With Semenyo ineligible and injuries elsewhere, Guardiola could pair Haaland and Marmoush v Galatasaray, though roles for Doku, Foden and Cherki may dictate selection.
City qualify for the last 16 after a 2-0 win over Galatasaray and Benfica’s late 4-2 defeat of Real Madrid. Guardiola praises Mourinho, confirms Doku calf injury, and notes Haaland ends open‑play drought.
Milan target Nathan Aké but Man City and Pep Guardiola are unwilling to sell this month. Alternatives include Spurs’ Radu Dragusin and Lazio’s Mario Gila, with Lazio valuing Gila at €20m.
Haaland and Cherki score from Doku assists as Manchester City beat Galatasaray 2-0 to seal last-16 spot. Doku goes off with a calf issue, raising concern ahead of Tottenham.
Bernardo Silva, in his contract’s final year, vows to ‘give it all’ for Man City after a 2-0 win over Galatasaray sealed Champions League last-16 qualification as Real Madrid failed to overtake them.
City full-back Kerstin Casparij chats life on and off the pitch with Alex Scott in BBC Sport’s Eat & Yap, sharing Dutch treats and insights.
Ilkay Gundogan backs Man City’s momentum after a 2-0 over Galatasaray, warning Arsenal. City still juggle injuries before facing Tottenham, needing a winning run to pressure the leaders.
Report claims Klopp has phoned Erling Haaland about a Real Madrid move if he takes over, but Man City would resist and could demand around €500m.
City’s squad are aware of contingency plans for a possible Guardiola exit, with profiles like Kompany and Maresca monitored, though morale is unaffected and no decision on Pep’s future is made.
Spurs face Man City with fitness doubts and absences: Van de Ven minor doubt, Porro hamstring out, Davies broken ankle, Bentancur hamstring, Richarlison out until late February, others long term.
Guardiola says Doku has a calf problem and is likely out for Tottenham. The winger created goals for Haaland and Cherki in the 2-0 win over Galatasaray that clinched top‑eight progression.
