NEWCASTLE UNITED 0, MANCHESTER CITY 2 Goals by David Silva and Sergio Aguero sealed victory for Manchester City who began their title defence with a tenth win in a row against Newcastle United at St James’ Park. The home side, who paid an emotional tribute before kick-off to fans John Alder and Liam Sweeney who died […]
Manchester City seal two new sponsorship deals
Manchester City have concluded two new sponsorship deals. The partnerships are with London-based tailor and shirtmaker TM Lewin, which has become its official formal wear partner, and with Malaysian group QNet. The TM Lewin deal is for two years and will see the league champions suppied with bespoke suits, shirts and ties to be worn […]
Worrying times for Oldham Athletic
OLDHAM ATHLETIC 1, LEYTON ORIENT 3 Back-to-back home defeats by three-goal margins is a worry for Oldham Athletic. The latest loss against Leyton Orient came four days after they were knocked out of the Capital One Cup by Championship club Middlesbrough. And already fans are voicing their concern with many believing another long, hard winter […]
Dutch disappointment for van Gaal as Manchester United lose opener
MANCHESTER UNITED 1, SWANSEA CITY 2 It was a terrible start for new manager Louis van Gaal who expressed his “disappointment” as Manchester United lost at home on the opening day of the season for the first time since 1972. Swansea City recorded their first-ever league win at Old Trafford on a day when Dutchman […]
Javi Garcia leaves City to join Russian side in £13m deal
Javi Garcia departs; City tie up captain and star striker on long term contracts Manchester City midfielder Javi Garcia has left to join Russian side Zenit St Petersburg, who are currently managed by ex-Chelsea and Spurs boss Andre Villas Boas, for a fee of £13m on a five year deal. The Spanish defensive midfielder left two […]