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Manchester City v Chelsea – Tevez and the Premier League title

Carlos Tevez was made Manchester City captain in an attempt to have him lead the club to the Premier League title by the sheer weight of his goals. It didn’t work as well as you’d expect, and now City are relying on Tevez once again to ‘freshen’ the squad and help it across the finishing…

David Silva v Juan Mata: who’s been better this season?

David Silva and Juan Mata go head to head on Wednesday night when Manchester City take on Chelsea at the Etihad Stadium.  The Spaniards have spoken of their close friendship, and Castrol EDGE Performance data shows that they are very closely matched on the pitch as well.   Both have scored five league goals this…

The return of Carlos Tevez

Carlos Tevez is expected to return for Manchester City against Chelsea on Wednesday night after the striker apologised to the club for his behaviour this season.   Castrol EDGE Performance data shows that Tevez was extremely important for City before he left the club without leave.  Since the start of last season, he has scored…

United fan blocks City expansion by selling his land online

Manchester United fan? Hate Manchester City? Go ahead and buy the same land that City are looking to purchase and redevelop into a training complex / business center. The Manchester rivalry has taken an amusing turn with Manchester United fan and businessman Shaun O’Brien to divide the land at his vehicle recovery company, OB Trucks,…

An ode to Mario Balotelli: his notorious on and off-field antics (to date)

Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli is without doubt one of the most interesting, but controversial players in the current game. Flashes of brilliance for the Etihad Stadium outfit, Inter and Italy testify to the 21-year-old’s ability, but scandal and strange off-field behaviour have never been too far away in the attacker’s short career to date….

All January 2012 English Premier League Transfers

You’ll find the latest Premier League Transfers (January 2012) listed here. Archives for older transfer seasons are at the end of this page. For the latest transfer rumours and confirmed transfers for other leagues, see our football transfer lists page. If you find a transfer not listed here let us know and we’ll add it….

Why United, City and Liverpool should get three points this weekend

With United traveling to Arsenal and Tottenham going north to Manchester City, there’s a lot to look forward to this week. Here’s a look at the top betting tips and the best matches this weekend. Arsenal v Manchester United Man United face arch rivals Arsenal in the big game of the weekend at the Emirates…

Manchester City Enjoying Home Comforts In Title Race

Castrol EDGE analysis shows that Manchester City’s strength at the Etihad Stadium has been central to their challenge for the Premier League title. Roberto Mancini’s side have won each of their last 15 home league games, a home winning streak only bettered once in Premier League history, by none other than their Manchester rivals United….

Forward-thinking Richards Can Add Attacking Edge To England

Castrol EDGE performance analysis shows that Manchester City’s muscular full-back, Micah Richards, has rediscovered his best form this season, providing his star-studded City side with a potent and creative attacking threat. With the Euro 2012 odds heavily favouring Spain, Netherlands and Germany, England will need their best players on the pitch to stand a fighting…

FA Cup Tips: Henry returns to Arsenal and 2012′s first Manchester derby

Liverpool are 1.12 to beat Oldham tonight and progress into the next round of the FA Cup, and it really should be a case of how many they win by despite their poor home record. The Reds have won all three previous meetings between the two sides in this competition, and although they have been…