City defensive duo too old to always play - Pep
Pep Guardiola has suggested he will keep searching for a solution to his defence Fernandinho and Nicolas Otamendi are too old to play every game.
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2019 Schedule
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Fernandinho puts Man City's defensive worries to rest in return to Shakhtar
Man City are without two of their three first-choice centre-backs, but Fernandinho filled in admirably in a 3-0 win at former club Shakhtar Donetsk.
City put aside league slip with win at Shakhtar
Manchester City put aside their recent Premier League setback, delivering a comfortable performance in a 3-0 win at Shakhtar Donetsk.
Nicol says Stones injury forces Man City to a back three (1:15)
City defensive crisis: Stones out for 4-5 weeks
Manchester City's defensive crisis has worsened with news that John Stones will be out for four or five weeks after picking up a muscle injury.
We're champs but not favoured vs. Napoli - Klopp
Jurgen Klopp dismissed suggestions Liverpool are favoured against Napoli as the defending champions open up Champions League title defence.
Champions League will be won by Man City, Liverpool or Barcelona. Sorry, everyone else
It's not just bookmakers who believe Europe's top competition is a three-horse race this season. Here's why they're so far ahead of the pack.
Man City aren't in crisis despite Norwich shock. PLUS: Bayern's Bundesliga dominance is under threat
Pep Guardiola's side shouldn't worry despite Saturday's 3-2 defeat at Norwich. PLUS: Bayern have won seven straight titles but their time is up.
Guardiola: Players saved me from being 'Fraudiola' (1:06)
Can Manchester City stop Liverpool's title run? (1:52)
Man City have forced Liverpool to get better; now they might regret it
Liverpool are flying right now. Results can't get any better, but performances might, and that will be the concern for Pep Guardiola and Man City.
Pep: City players helped me lose 'Fraudiola' tag
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has praised his players for helping him to lose the "Fraudiola" tag.
Nicol: Man City are so bad defensively (1:54)
Can't win 'em all: Guardiola shrugs off City shocker
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola shrugged off his team's shock 3-2 defeat by newly-promoted Norwich City in the Premier League on Saturday.
Laporte's absence felt in Man City's loss at Norwich (1:13)
How Norwich upset Man City to claim the Premier League season's most shocking win
Few gave promoted Norwich a chance against the champions, but Daniel Farke's men prevailed through hard work, concentration and attacking flair.
Zinchenko, entire Man City back four earn 4/10 in damaging defeat at Norwich
Not one of Man City's defenders looked comfortable in a 3-2 loss at Norwich that saw the Premier League champions' title hopes take an early hit.
City shocked by Norwich, Liverpool five clear
Manchester City fell five points behind Liverpool at the top of the table after a shocking 3-2 defeat at Norwich.
Nicol: Man City, Liverpool far superior to rest of league (1:05)
Pep wants Sterling to ignore Messi & Ronaldo comparisons (0:47)
Laporte out for 'up to six months' - Guardiola
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has confirmed defender Aymeric Laporte will be out for five to six months with a knee injury.
Pep: Don't compare Sterling to Ronaldo, Messi
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has said Raheem Sterling should not be compared to Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.
Kompany: Real City testimonial was vs. Leicester
Vincent Kompany has said it was not a disappointment to miss his own testimonial because he had already ensured a perfect Etihad send-off.
Can Sterling become the world's best player? (0:54)
Would a move to Man City enhance Messi's legacy? (1:41)
2019-20 Prem Ladder
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | +11 | 15 |
| Manchester City | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | +10 | 10 |
| Tottenham Hotspur | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | +5 | 8 |
| Manchester United | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | +4 | 8 |
| Leicester City | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | +2 | 8 |
| Chelsea | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 8 |
| Arsenal | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 8 |
| West Ham United | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | -1 | 8 |
| AFC Bournemouth | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 7 |
| Southampton | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 7 |
| Everton | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | -2 | 7 |
| Crystal Palace | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | -3 | 7 |
| Norwich City | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | -3 | 6 |
| Burnley | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | -1 | 5 |
| Sheffield United | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | -1 | 5 |
| Brighton & Hove Albion | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | -3 | 5 |
| Aston Villa | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | -2 | 4 |
| Newcastle United | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | -4 | 4 |
| Wolverhampton Wanderers | 5 | 0 | 3 | 2 | -4 | 3 |
| Watford | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | -6 | 2 |
2019-20 Team LeadersEnglish Premier League
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsEnglish Premier League
Goal Difference102nd
Goals Scored161st
Assists151st
Goals Conceded6Tied-4th