#Tactics
In-depth tactical analysis of Manchester City — formation breakdowns, pressing patterns, set-piece routines, and strategic insights from Not Really Here.
Maresca's Midfield Tinkering Raises Questions After City's Second Straight Defeat
City's 1-0 defeat at Brighton and loss to Aston Villa have put Enzo Maresca's midfield selections under the microscope, with the Bouaddi-Fernandez-Anderson trio failing to gel.
2 November 2026
City v Brighton: TV blackout, US coverage and a quick reunion
City host Brighton at the Etihad tomorrow, but the 3pm kick-off falls inside the UK television blackout. US viewers can watch on Peacock and NBCSN.
30 October 2026
Haaland and four others handed Carabao Cup breather as Maresca rings the changes
Maresca rests five senior players for the Carabao Cup tie, backs Donnarumma, and City scouts watch a hat-trick hero in Belgium.
27 October 2026
Zidane Hails 'Proper Footballer' Cherki After Dream France Debut
Zinedine Zidane praised Rayan Cherki's work without the ball after the midfielder started France's 1-0 win over Turkey, with a deeper role likely to continue against Belgium.
28 September 2026
Gvardiol's Midfield Forays Leave City Exposed at the Back
Manchester City's seven-win start under Enzo Maresca has been impressive, but Josko Gvardiol's defensive struggles at left-back are a growing concern.
22 September 2026
Maresca's City: Seven Straight Wins, Five Goals, and a Manager Who'd Rather Grind It Out
Enzo Maresca says he'd rather win 1-0 than 5-3, despite City's five-goal display against Sunderland extending their winning run to seven matches in all competitions.
21 September 2026
Nunes: How Bernardo and Dias Talked Me Into Right-Back Role at Man City
Matheus Nunes reveals how Bernardo Silva and Ruben Dias convinced him to accept a right-back role at Manchester City, a switch that has paid off under Enzo Maresca.
19 September 2026 Matheus Nunes: The Quiet Derrick That Kept City Standing at Old Trafford
Matheus Nunes put in a tireless shift at right-back as ten-man Manchester City beat Manchester United 1-0 at Old Trafford, with his defensive stats and passing range proving...
15 September 2026
Iliman Ndiaye's Half-Time Introduction Proves Decisive as Ten-Man Manchester City Win at Old Trafford
Iliman Ndiaye's half-time introduction transformed ten-man Manchester City, whose 1-0 win at Old Trafford was built on his nine possession recoveries and a decisive role in Erling...
14 September 2026
Ndiaye Snubbed Tottenham for City: 'When They Come, You Don't Say No'
Iliman Ndiaye snubbed Tottenham to join Manchester City on deadline day, completing a £65m move from Everton and starting in the 1-0 win over Coventry.
10 September 2026
City’s January stance on Baena clear despite admiration
City admire Alex Baena but won't move in January, feeling well-stocked up front after summer signings. Newcastle and Villa also linked.
7 September 2026
City Women handed PSG, Bayern and a first-ever meeting with Inter in new-look Champions League
City Women face PSG at home, Bayern away and a first-ever meeting with Inter in the Champions League league phase, with home matches at Joie Stadium.
4 September 2026
Maresca reveals the flexible role he has planned for Enzo Fernandez at City
Enzo Maresca has revealed Enzo Fernandez will be used in multiple midfield roles at City, as a deep six or a number eight arriving late in the box.
5 September 2026 Fernandez Deal Done: Maresca Reveals City Dressing Room Excitement
City's record £125m signing of Enzo Fernandez has the dressing room buzzing, says Maresca, who also welcomed Iliman Ndiaye as the squad is declared complete.
4 September 2026
Why Maresca's Deadline-Day Reunion with Fernandez Could Pay Off Immediately
City's deadline-day signing of Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea was driven by Maresca's desire for a midfielder who knows his system.
3 September 2026 City's £65m Ndiaye Deal: A New Dimension for the Attack
Manchester City have agreed a £65m deal for Everton's Iliman Ndiaye, a winger who offers the one-on-one threat Maresca craves and a different dimension to the attack.
31 August 2026