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He's gone. The manager who took an underperforming squad, turned it into FA Cup winners in his first full season and then unforgettably lifted the Premier League trophy in his next has gone. And, on balance, I think it's the right decision.
Although Roberto Mancini's sacking came...
(2) Comments | Posted 16 February 2013 | (19:30)
A thoroughly entertaining match, an electric atmosphere in an unforgettable stadium and a fair, balanced result to lead into a potentially explosive second leg.
This was the match everyone was eager to see and it didn't disappoint. Enthralling in the first half thanks to Real Madrid's endeavour, intensity and...
(0) Comments | Posted 9 November 2012 | (15:09)
It is the 93rd minute of a must-win game against Ajax and Manchester City have shown great spirit and character to fight back from 2-0 down. The Blues have a free-kick. Joe Hart pumps the ball forward, Edin Dzeko rises highest and flicks the ball on to Mario Balotelli. It...
(0) Comments | Posted 20 July 2012 | (16:54)
Watching Manchester City last season was a privilege. The passing and control, the fluidity of movement and the individual brilliance which secured the Premier League title were breathtaking to observe at times. And yet I want more.
That desire is perhaps a touch churlish when considering that attacking options...
(0) Comments | Posted 16 May 2012 | (17:05)
13 May 2012. A day when dreams turned into reality. A day when 44 years of heartbreak, hurt and living in the shadows ended. A day when typical City ceased to exist. A day which will be remembered forever. A day when Manchester City became Premier League Champions.
95 minutes...
(1) Comments | Posted 30 April 2012 | (00:00)
Derbies are emotive occasions at the best of times. Rational thought is obscured by a mélange of nerves, tension and anxiety. A concoction of fear and hope intertwine amongst bursts of dread. It's certainly not enjoyable but this one supersedes any other. It is the Manchester derby. And the Premier...
(3) Comments | Posted 24 April 2012 | (00:00)
It was always going to happen. My first piece for The Huffington Post UK and I'm already writing about Mario Balotelli. Castigated by various sections of the media, many would have you believe that the Italian, regarded initially as a loveable character but now as a drain on our sanity,...
(1) Comments | Posted 16 May 2013 | (11:06)