#Analysis
Manchester City analysis — detailed match analysis, player performance breakdowns, statistical insights, and expert opinion from Not Really Here.
City Women Face Real Madrid Test With Spanish Hoodoo Looming
Manchester City's women face Real Madrid in the Champions League, with a poor record against Spanish clubs and a tough test ahead.
30 September 2026
City to Appeal Guilty Verdict as Sanctions Timeline Stretches Into the Unknown
Manchester City will appeal the Premier League's guilty verdict before the October 2 deadline, a move that could delay any sanctions for months or even years.
30 September 2026
Man City Set for Verdict Before Season's End as Maguire Predicts Resolution
Kieran Maguire believes Man City will learn their FFP fate before the end of the 2026/27 season, with an appeal due by 2nd October and an Independent Commission to follow.
30 September 2026
Guardiola Breaks Silence on City's Guilty Verdict
Pep Guardiola breaks his silence on Manchester City's guilty finding, declaring his unwavering support for the club, owner, and supporters.
30 September 2026
City Face 2 October Deadline to Appeal Premier League Guilty Finding
Manchester City have been found guilty of more than 100 financial fair play charges, among others. No punishment has been handed down, but the club has until 2 October to appeal.
29 September 2026
City's Unwavering Stance: No Relegation Contingency as Appeal Battle Continues
Manchester City are reportedly refusing to make contingency plans for relegation, remaining confident they can overturn the verdict in their financial case.
29 September 2026
City's Appeal Stance: Defiance, Doubt and a 50-Point Warning
City remain confident of winning their appeal against the Premier League's verdict, but former Everton chief Keith Wyness warns they face a 50-point deduction and heavy fines.
29 September 2026
City's Contract Situation: Why a Mass Exodus of Stars Is Unlikely Despite Charges
Despite 114 FFP charges, Manchester City's players have no release clauses, making a mass exodus unlikely.
29 September 2026
Zidane Hails 'Proper Footballer' Cherki After Dream France Debut
Zinedine Zidane praised Rayan Cherki's work without the ball after the midfielder started France's 1-0 win over Turkey, with a deeper role likely to continue against Belgium.
28 September 2026
City Found Guilty on Nearly All Charges as Rivals Circle for £200m Compensation
Manchester City have been found guilty of all but one of their 115 charges, with four rival clubs seeking over £200m in compensation for lost earnings.
28 September 2026
Nusa on Haaland: 'I Learn From Him Every Day'
Antonio Nusa reveals the lessons he's learned from Erling Haaland as Norway's golden generation continues to impress, with the City striker now a key national team leader.
27 September 2026
Ruben Dias: The 'Miracle' That Shows City's Captain Is Back to His Best
Ruben Dias kept a clean sheet, cleared one off the line and completed 81 passes as Portugal beat Wales. After two injury-hit seasons, City's captain looks back to his best.
26 September 2026
City's Season on a Knife-Edge: 114 Charges Upheld, Relegation Threat Looms After International Break
Manchester City found guilty of 114 of 115 charges. A hefty fine is likely, but a points deduction or even expulsion from the Premier League could follow after the international...
26 September 2026
Haaland to Barcelona? The Release Clause Truth and What It Means for City
Reports linking Erling Haaland with Barcelona in 2027 ignore one key detail: no release clause exists in his City contract. Here's the truth behind the speculation.
26 September 2026
Rivals Expect a Fine, Not a Points Deduction, for City's FFP Breaches
Rival clubs reportedly expect City to be fined rather than hit with a points deduction or relegation, but the final decision will rest with an independent commission.
26 September 2026
City's Bouaddi Plan: Patience Now, Payback Later
City are happy to wait on Ayyoub Bouaddi. The €100m teenager has already impressed Maresca, but the club expect his defining years to come later.
25 September 2026