Fulham 1-4 Manchester City: Mancini gets the better of Hughes as City run riot
City’s superb first half display effectively won the game before half-time. Mark Hughes chose a 4-4-1-1 / 4-4-2 formation, with Clint Dempsey just behind Andy Johnson. Carlos Salcido returned so Damien...
View ArticleMore questions than answers for Capello after Switzerland draw
Two poor goals conceded and then a decent fightback, but it’s hard to draw many positive conclusions from England’s 2-2 draw with Switzerland. 1. Leaving out Ashley Young was a mistake It’s difficult...
View ArticleLiverpool 1-1 Man City: a point apiece
A good game, but not a particularly fascinating tactical battle. Kenny Dalglish brought Stewart Downing in for Maxi Rodriguez, whilst Craig Bellamy was excused for personal reasons, with Jordan...
View ArticleManchester City 1-0 Arsenal: Both press early on, then tire, creating an open...
David Silva scored the winner in a match that should have produced more goals. Roberto Mancini left out Edin Dzeko, which seems to be standard for big Premier League games. Gael Clichy was suspended so...
View ArticleZM’s European Team of the Year 2011/12
It’s that time of year again. Minimal explanation needed – eleven starts and eleven substitutes. Joe Hart, Manchester City An extremely consistent campaign. There’s only so much you can say about a...
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