Pep Guardiola explained that Erling Haaland went off with "some niggles" during their pre-season friendly against Barcelona, but confirmed it is nothing serious for the striker.In his post-match news conference, the Manchester City boss said: "He had some niggles - so he didn't feel good and that is why he didn't play in the second-half."He was disturbing something. He didn't feel comfortable and we didn't want to take the risk."But sooner or later, he will have to take the step to training and playing minutes. The season is there, around the corner."

Guardiola on Haaland's 'niggles'

After securing a record fourth successive Premier League title, it’s difficult to envision how Manchester City could realistically strengthen their talent-packed squad ahead of the 2024-25 campaign. Brazilian winger Savinho has arrived from sister club Troyes in a £21 million deal after impressing last season on loan with Girona...

Man City Transfers: Every Player Linked With An Exit From The Etihad This Summer

In this episode, Russ and Tony discuss the latest with Emile Smith Rowe, along with much more transfer speculation in this transfer window show. This Podcast has been created and uploaded by Russ Goldman, host and creator of Cottage Talk. The views in this Podcast are not necessarily the views of talkSPORT.”

Cottage Talk Transfer Window Show: The Latest On Emile Smith Rowe

Like fellow European Championship finalists Cole Palmer and Marc Cucurella, Conor Gallagher will not be taking part in Chelsea’s preseason tour in the USA. However, Gallagher’s not-taking-part might extend for the rest of the season, and nay, his career, even... And that’s because Chelsea appear to be indeed...

Chelsea, Atlético Madrid close to ‘full agreement’ on Conor Gallagher transfer — reports

Jack Milko has been playing golf since he was five years old. He has yet to record a hole-in-one, but he did secure an M.A. in Sports Journalism from St. Bonaventure University. When Hideki Matsuyama is firing on all cylinders, nobody can stop him, which was exactly the case on...

Hideki Matsuyama goes nuclear; snatches lead at Olympic Men’s Golf Competition

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Mohamed Salah opened the scoring for Liverpool against Arsenal with a brilliant solo run and finish, but the Reds forward wasn't at his best during the warm-up

What Mohamed Salah did vs Arsenal was completely at odds with Liverpool warm up

Tim Iroegbunam vowed to continue working relentlessly on his fitness and match sharpness after labelling an encouraging individual display against Coventry City as “nowhere near my best”. “I’m adapting to the way we play and, obviously, we’re a few weeks in so I’m still getting my full fitness...

Thursday’s Everton News: Iroegbunam determination, Broja, Rios and Sosa links, academy report card

We could have probably created a world class XI by now if we didn’t spend the money on kids exclusively.

The Daily Hilario: Wednesday

It’s a long-awaited homecoming for Tottenham Hotspur captain Son Heung-min, as Spurs continue their preseason preparations with a visit to South Korea. They’ll be playing a K-League All Stars team, a version of which the Lilywhites actually played two years ago. It’s a pretty tight turnaround following their...

K-League All Stars vs. Tottenham Hotspur: game time, open thread, and how to watch friendly online

Manchester City drew 2-2 with Barcelona before losing a penalty shootout 4-1 in a friendly after a storm delayed the start in Orlando, USA, by 80 minutes. Fans in the sell-out crowd of 63,237 were forced to take shelter under the stands at the Camping World Stadium before the game eventually started.

Man City friendly with Barcelona delayed by storm

What a great header and a beautiful cross from Dewsbury-Hall!

WATCH: Marc Guiu doubles Chelsea’s lead against Club América, 2-0!

Last week, Pep Guardiola said Kevin De Bruyne would remain with Manchester City for the 24-25 season, but it is now indicating it is up to the player. De Bruyne, who is receiving interest from the Saudi league, could leave if he decides to accept an offer. "The club informed...

City Will Allow Kevin De Bruyne To Leave This Season If Chooses

All Noni wants to do is take a g.d. penalty, and finally, in Atlanta tonight, he got his. Credit to Christopher Nkunku for winning this one with a lovely mazy run through the heart of the defense.

WATCH: Noni Madueke finally gets his shot from the penalty spot, makes it 3-0 Chelsea

Everton play their third preseason friendly of the summer as they travel to Coventry City following unconvincing results so far. The Blues had to come from behind to draw 3-3 against Seamus Coleman’s former side Sligo Rovers, before they let slip a lead to lose 2-1 over the weekend against fourth tier Salford City.

Everton at Coventry City: kickoff time, starting lineups, live stream and how to watch online

Despite entering the semifinal on a 20-match winning streak on clay, Olympic gold favorite Iga Swiatek has been eliminated from the women’s tennis tournament. The world’s top-ranked player was defeated in straight sets by Zheng Qinwen from China, 6-2, 7-5. For Swiatek, the upset loss is her first...

Top favorite Iga Swiatek suffers upset loss in Olympic women’s tennis tournament

Ben and Ross finally have a match to review! QP-hahaha are on the menu this week, as Reading continue their encouraging pre-season with a win over the fake hoops. Never fear though, the conversation doesn’t stay focused for long, with the best Olympic sports and best iced desserts for a heatwave also discussed.

The Tilehurst End Podcast Episode 383: 8 Choc Ices

Snoop Dogg is the greatest thing to ever happen to the Olympics. There I said it. To be fair I have said this at least 14 times so far whether it be through various text messages to friends, out loud to my dogs or in my head over and over again. The Olympics in general rule and I am in no way trying to make this anything about the greatest athletes in the world competing for eternal glory, but how did we ever do this without Snoop being a part of it?

Snoop Dogg is the greatest thing to ever happen to the Olympics

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Two of the Premier League heavyweights, Arsenal and Liverpool, will take on each other on 1st August. As both of them are up for a fresh start. Despite the attempts they made not to let Manchester City take the Premier League title and failing miserably, they look for a new friendly challenge. Arsenal are looking fresh in these friendlies after defeating Manchester United 2-1, as two of the goal scorers, Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli, are seeking back the form they seem to have lost.

Arsenal vs. Liverpool Match Preview

It’s always an interesting time of year at any Premier League club when during pre-season friendlies names that are less than familiar suddenly appear on the teamsheet. It’s a big opportunity for players to rub shoulders with experienced professionals and pitch themselves against opposition they will probably not encounter for the rest of the season.

How have Everton Academy players done in the preseason matches so far? (Pt 1)

Dan Harrison says: “We’ve not lost anyone... yet!”. On the whole, Sunderland’s squad looks very similar to the side that ended the season in 16th place after a rotten final third of the year. However, we have notably brought in some experience to help guide the young team through.

Just over a week ‘til Sunderland’s season starts — is our squad good enough?

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Pep Guardiola’s Transfer Decision at Variance with Workload Philosophy

Manchester City have made just one new signing this summer. The club brought in Savinho from sister club Troyes. Currently, unless there’s a significant change in...

Pep Guardiola’s Transfer Decision at Variance with Workload Philosophy

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