Gary is a writer for ReadManCity. He has many years experience of sports writing behind him after deciding (belatedly) that the world of accountancy wasn't for him. His work has been featured on (among many others) BBC Sport and The Metro. He has written on many sports, but considers himself an expert in football and F1. When not writing and editing he likes to go to the cinema and sip a lovely cold pint of Guinness (not always at the same time).
Erling Haaland’s first World Cup finished on Saturday, as Norway lost 2-1 after extra time to England in the quarter-final in Miami. It was Norway’s first appearance at the tournament since 1998, and the last eight matches their best finish since then. Haaland arrived at the match on the back of a run of 14 […]
Nico O’Reilly and Marc Guehi both started for England as they beat Norway 2-1 after extra time in Saturday’s World Cup quarter-final in Miami. O’Reilly played at left-back before he was replaced by Djed Spence on 86 minutes; Guehi played the full 120 minutes at centre-back alongside former City legend John Stones. Guehi’s main role […]
When City walked out at the City of Manchester Stadium for the first time in August 2003, the club was entering unfamiliar territory. Maine Road had been home for 80 years, but City were moving into a new stadium built for a different purpose and a different future. More than two decades later, that venue […]
City have confirmed the signing of Jeremy Monga from Leicester City on a five-year contract. The announcement will naturally focus on one of England’s brightest young talents arriving at the Etihad, but the transfer also reflects something City’s academy has become increasingly good at over the past few years – convincing elite prospects that there […]
Tonight, Nico O’Reilly will walk out for England in a World Cup quarter-final. For most players, reaching the last eight of football’s biggest tournament would represent the pinnacle of a career. For O’Reilly, at just 21, it is another milestone in a journey that has gathered pace over the past 18 months. The Man City […]
Most clubs would love City’s problem at centre-back. With five senior options for two starting places, the question for Enzo Maresca isn’t who’s missing — it’s who misses out. A year ago, City’s central defence looked different. Some would say ageing. Now, after Manuel Akanji left for Inter Milan, John Stones was released, and Nathan […]
City have confirmed Sverre Nypan will spend the 2026-27 season on loan at Belgian side Lommel SK, a surprise switch for the Norwegian midfielder. The move was announced by Fabrizio Romano before being confirmed on City’s own social channels, with the loan subject to international clearance. City wished the 19-year-old good luck as he heads […]
Nine stories published on Friday, from the academy to a World Cup quarter-final that could define Erling Haaland’s career — here’s where everything stands. Friday began with our usual morning roundup — Camavinga’s Bernabeu opportunity noted alongside the Malo Gusto stand-off and Real Madrid’s cooled interest in Rodri. From there, the day built towards two […]
By almost every metric, Erling Haaland has already built a career that most footballers could only dream of. League titles. Domestic trophies. The Champions League. Individual scoring records that continue to fall with remarkable regularity. At just 26, the City striker has established himself as one of the outstanding forwards of his generation, redefining expectations […]
The dawn of the Enzo Maresca era at the Etihad was always going to start with a calculated reassessment of the Man City squad Pep Guardiola left behind. For Jack Grealish, the latest soundbites suggest that a clean break remains the most likely outcome this summer. Despite recent face-to-face discussions between the new manager and […]
City have confirmed the coaching staff who will support Enzo Maresca through his first season at the Etihad, with a familiar face returning to the club as part of a significant backroom overhaul. Roberto Vitiello joins as assistant manager, a role that continues a partnership with Maresca stretching back to their playing days together at […]
Manchester City are introducing £10 tickets for adults at every home game this season, aimed specifically at supporters living in the areas immediately surrounding the stadium. Between 100 and 500 tickets will be made available for each fixture, starting with the Premier League opener against Bournemouth next month, with the scheme developed alongside fan advisory […]
