Man City edge Newcastle as Guardiola hails Haaland, Rodri nears top form
Guardiola hails Erling Haaland’s ‘unforgettable’ shift in the 2-1 win over Newcastle, praising his defensive work and a right‑footed cross assisting Nico O’Reilly. City close the gap to Arsenal.
Jamie Carragher feels City’s upcoming fixtures are more favourable and the gap could close before April’s Etihad meeting with Arsenal, though he tips a mid‑80s points total to win the league.
Guardiola admits City rushed Rodri back too soon but says the midfielder is now nearing top form. Rodri impressed vs Newcastle, dictating play as City chase the Premier League.
Sergio Aguero says Phil Foden ‘deserves to play as much as possible’ despite competition from Nico O’Reilly. He also backs Erling Haaland’s professionalism and growth at Man City.
Ex-PL CEO Christian Purslow says new deals with Revolut and BYD are a ‘massive vote of confidence’ in Man City despite the 115 charges, showing sponsors still back the club.
Guardiola warns City may not win every game amid a heavy schedule and injuries, urging focus before visiting Leeds. He calls for improved levels after the 2-1 win over Newcastle.
Newcastle plan a new deal for Tino Livramento amid renewed Man City interest. With a contract to 2028, Eddie Howe would demand a huge fee and aims to build around the 23‑year‑old.
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Report claims Galatasaray hold ‘serious interest’ in Bernardo Silva and could use Ilkay Gundogan to help lure him, aiming to reunite the City captain with Gundogan and Leroy Sane.
Bernardo Silva is on eight bookings after three straight yellows. Two more before match 32 triggers a two‑game ban, risking absence for Man City’s April clash with Arsenal.
El Nacional report Hansi Flick prefers Barcelona move for Man City winger Savinho over buying Marcus Rashford, seeing the £40m 21‑year‑old as a better fit despite limited minutes at City.
Gary Neville says Man City are ‘not as controlling’ or ‘exceptional’ as before despite beating Newcastle 2-1, predicting they will drop points while remaining dangerous in the title race.
