Peter Swales
Peter Swales is a professional sports journalist with over four decades of experience covering football. A lifelong Manchester City fan, he brings deep knowledge and passion to every story about the Citizens.
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Maresca Pushes City to Sign Real Betis Defender Natan in January
Manchester City are considering a January swoop for Real Betis defender Natan, with Enzo Maresca reportedly urging the club to sign the 25-year-old Brazilian.
18 October 2026
Foden ends 10-month league drought as Maresca's prediction comes true
Phil Foden ended a 10-month Premier League goal drought as his 19th-minute opener helped City to a 3-2 win over Ipswich, just as Enzo Maresca had predicted.
18 October 2026 Haaland double and Foden return keep City perfect as Ipswich push Blues to the wire
Erling Haaland scored twice and Phil Foden impressed on his return as Manchester City beat Ipswich Town 3-2 to make it seven Premier League wins from seven, though a late Zian...
18 October 2026
Haaland Injury Overshadows City's 3-2 Win Over Ipswich
City beat Ipswich 3-2 but Haaland limped off at the final whistle, while Semenyo, Nunes, O'Reilly, and Kovacic also face fitness concerns.
17 October 2026
City's Seventh Straight Win Sets Up Shot at History — and a Nod to 1897
City's seventh straight league win to open the season is the first since 1897. Beat Aston Villa on October 24 and this squad holds the record outright — with Foden ending his...
17 October 2026
Player ratings v Ipswich Town
Rate the Manchester City players from the game v Ipswich Town.
17 October 2026
From Paul Power to Erling Haaland: five City-Ipswich meetings that linger
A look back at five City-Ipswich meetings, from Paul Power's 1981 semi-final winner to Erling Haaland's hat-trick and a 6-0 rout at Portman Road.
17 October 2026
Iliman Ndiaye gives Maresca food for thought despite City's PSG defeat
City lost 4-2 to PSG, but Iliman Ndiaye's second-half cameo, including an assist for Erling Haaland, gave Enzo Maresca plenty to ponder.
17 October 2026
Maresca Backs Foden to Find the Net Against Ipswich
Enzo Maresca has tipped Phil Foden to score against Ipswich Town today, offering a light-hearted prediction as the midfielder looks to kickstart his season after a three-match...
17 October 2026
Man City vs Ipswich: TV blackout, Donnarumma's redemption and a six-from-six start
City host Ipswich on Saturday with no new injuries, a six-from-six league start and Donnarumma keen to move on from his PSG display. UK viewers need the club app.
17 October 2026 Foden Back in the Fold as Maresca Weighs Ipswich Selection
Phil Foden is available again after suspension and Enzo Maresca must decide whether to start him against Ipswich, with Ayyoub Bouaddi also pushing for inclusion.
17 October 2026 Haaland Transfer Talk Is Noise — But the Two City Team-Mates Aren't Going Anywhere Either
The advice being aimed at United is to forget about Erling Haaland and look at two of his Manchester City team-mates instead — a suggestion that says more about City's squad depth...
17 October 2026
Maresca Faces Early Rotation Dilemma as City's Fixture List Bites
Enzo Maresca has admitted Erling Haaland and several other key players will need rest soon, with Manchester City's relentless fixture list posing an early test for the new manager.
17 October 2026
Maresca's Haaland Balancing Act as Foden Returns for Ipswich Test
Erling Haaland will be in City's squad to face Ipswich, but Enzo Maresca admits the striker's workload needs managing. Phil Foden is back from suspension and pushing to start.
16 October 2026
Maresca Asks City to Move for Betis Defender Natan in January
Maresca has reportedly asked City to pursue Real Betis defender Natan in January, though no offer has been made and the player is said to favour Barcelona.
16 October 2026 Maresca hints at Haaland rest as City's rotation plans take shape
Enzo Maresca has admitted Erling Haaland is long overdue a rest and hinted at rotation for Manchester City's clash with Ipswich Town, warning that the fixture is a dangerous one.
16 October 2026