#Analysis
Manchester City analysis — detailed match analysis, player performance breakdowns, statistical insights, and expert opinion from Not Really Here.
City's £900m Transfer Web: 46 Clubs, 19 Leagues and One Appeal
A BBC Sport analysis reveals City's transfer money went to 46 clubs across 19 leagues between 2009/10 and 2017/18, as the club appeals the independent commission's findings.
3 October 2026
City's 'Irrefutable Evidence' Revealed as Appeal Looms
Manchester City's plan to clear their name has been revealed, with the club set to confirm their appeal against the independent commission's verdict imminently.
2 October 2026
City Lodge Appeal as Premier League Confirms — And the Wait Begins Again
Manchester City have lodged a comprehensive appeal against the independent commission's verdict, reaffirming their innocence as the Premier League confirms the challenge.
2 October 2026
City's 115 Charges: Borson Says Owners' Confidence Won't Be Enough
Stefan Borson says City's owners believe they've done nothing wrong, but avoiding punishment is extremely unlikely. The appeal will focus on picking at the edges of the decision.
2 October 2026
FA Statement Adds Intrigue to Guardiola's Next Move
The FA has issued a 58-word statement threatening Manchester City, while Pep Guardiola has been ruled out of a next job. The latest off-field twist leaves fans guessing.
2 October 2026
Barcelona's Gvardiol Interest Confirmed as City Face Uncertain Summer
A report from Mundo Deportivo has confirmed Barcelona's summer interest in Josko Gvardiol, with City having no intention of selling the Croatian defender.
2 October 2026
Premier League Panel Backs Rob Jones Over Anderson Handball in City's 5-3 Thriller
The Premier League's Key Match Incidents panel has backed referee Rob Jones over a controversial handball call in Manchester City's 5-3 win over Sunderland.
1 October 2026
Grealish Is Creating More Chances Than Anyone in the Premier League — So Why Did City Let Him Go?
Jack Grealish is creating more chances per 90 than any other Premier League player — yet he's on loan at Everton with his City contract winding down.
1 October 2026
Laporte: Chelsea and Barcelona Tried to Sign Me Before City Move
Aymeric Laporte reveals Chelsea and Barcelona interest before his 2018 Manchester City move, plus the injury that delayed the transfer and Guardiola's role.
1 October 2026
City's Worst-Case Sanction Isn't a 100-Point Deduction — It's Five Years of Them
A 100-point deduction sounds brutal, but spread across five seasons it becomes something far more damaging — especially if a transfer ban lands alongside it.
1 October 2026
Solbakken Fumes at 'Utter Rubbish' Haaland Claims as City Face Fallout
Stale Solbakken has furiously denied claims Manchester City interfered with Erling Haaland's media duties, offering phone and email access to prove it, as City digest their guilty...
30 September 2026
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