Roberto Mancini captured the importance of this game by describing it as a “semi-final” for the Champions League. He’s right in that if we lose then we’re likely to be out of the running. A draw could be enough for us, but Villa have to win.
Archive for April, 2010
Verdict: Arsenal 0 Manchester City 0
26th April 2010
City ground out a goalless draw in a game that offered little for the neutral, and less to the home support whose only satisfaction came in jeering Adebayor. Roberto Mancini and the City players appeared happy with the point following Spurs’ defeat to United.
Player ratings: Arsenal v Manchester City
25th April 2010
Given – The few saves he had to make, he made well until tragedy struck. Prior to that, the tendency to kick the ball into touch when trying to find Bellamy was annoying. 6
Bridge – Looked to be suffering early on and did well to contain Walcott before limping off. 7
Preview: Arsenal v Manchester City
23rd April 2010
There’s little doubt that Arsenal fans will be looking for revenge for the Adebayor game at Eastlands earlier in the season, not to mention knocking their side out of the Carling Cup. City simply want the points to keep alive our challenge for fourth place.
Verdict: Manchester City 0 Manchester United 1
18th April 2010
Third time unlucky as once again City lost in injury time to United. This was merely the first part of a bad day as Tottenham went on to beat Chelsea and reclaim fourth place.
Player ratings: Manchester City v Manchester United
18th April 2010
Given – Aside from a Giggs shot that came straight into his arms, Shay had little to do as the opportunities United did create, sailed wide. No chance with the goal. 6
Onuoha – Solid in defence, which was vital as United seek to unlock teams down the flanks. Came close to a winner on two occasions. 7
Preview: Manchester City v Manchester United
16th April 2010
The fourth and final installment of this season’s Manchester derbies sees City in excellent form, while United are watching their trophy hopes disappear, but let’s take nothing for granted. Victory is far from a given against a side that could be close to full strength.
Adam Johnson set for a World Cup chance?
15th April 2010
Fabio Capello has indicated that Adam Johnson may get a World Cup place with England afterall.
Further reports of a deal for Jerome Boateng
14th April 2010
The M.E.N. has followed yesterday’s reports of a deal being done for Jerome Boateng with confirmation from it’s own source in Hamburg.
Media watch: Little of concern in the Carlos Tevez interview
13th April 2010
Today’s City news has been dominated by Carlos Tevez’s candid interview with the Mail, which is a shame as reports that we may be set to sign Jerome Boateng from Hamburg are far more interesting.
