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Paddy Power Marks Three Years Since Manchester City Financial Charges With “115” Cake Stunt

Paddy Power
January 2026

Paddy Power delivered a “115” cake to City’s stadium site to highlight that the Premier League’s financial case remains unresolved after a hearing reportedly concluded. The stunt was positioned as a public reminder that City continue to operate under an unresolved legal cloud tied to alleged rule breaches across multiple years, with fans still waiting on a final decision and any sanctions.

Arsenal Get Boost as EFL Blocks Marc Guehi From Carabao Cup Fina

Marc Guéhi
January 2026

The EFL rejected City’s push to change eligibility rules, meaning Guéhi remains ineligible for the Carabao Cup final despite joining City in January. EFL rules prevent a player from featuring for a second club in the competition if they join after the semi-final first leg. Guéhi signed after City’s first-leg win over Newcastle, so he could not play the second leg and cannot play the final. Semenyo remains eligible because he joined before the semi-final first leg.

Fans Criticise Erling Haaland Despite Manchester City Reaching Carabao Cup Final

Erling Haaland
January 2026

City beat Newcastle comfortably to reach the final vs Arsenal, but some fans targeted Haaland after he started on the bench and remains on a poor scoring run (one goal in eight games). City protected a 2-0 first-leg advantage, then extended the tie with a Marmoush brace and a Reijnders goal. Haaland came on in the second half but did not score.

Guardiola Unhappy Spurs Goal Stood in City’s 2-2 Draw at Tottenham

Pep Guardiola
January 2026

Guardiola argued Tottenham’s first goal should not have stood after a contentious contact in the build-up/finish, as City blew a 2-0 lead to draw 2-2. City led through Cherki and Semenyo, then Solanke scored twice to level; Guardiola said similar contact by a defender on a striker is given as a penalty, and pointed to inconsistency in Premier League officiating.

Thomas Frank Admits Spurs Failed to Land Semenyo, Says January Window Not a Quick Fix

Thomas Frank
January 2026

Frank said Spurs wanted Semenyo but could not complete the deal, while outlining Spurs’ two January signings and the club’s stance on not forcing poor short-term moves. Spurs signed Gallagher and teenage left-back Souza for a combined £48m; Semenyo went to Manchester City for £64.5m; Frank said recruitment staff are working relentlessly but will prioritize decisions that do not damage summer plans, with protests expected around the City match.

Grealish Likely Done for Season at Everton With Foot Stress Fracture, Surgery Possib

Jack Grealish
January 2026

Grealish is expected to miss the rest of the season with a foot stress fracture and may require surgery, putting his World Cup aims at risk. Moyes said surgery is likely but not fully confirmed; Grealish had a strong loan start including assists and key goals, but Everton will now reassess plans, including any £50m purchase option, later.

Fulham Complete £27m Move for Man City Winger Oscar Bobb on Deal to 2031

Oscar Bobb
January 2026

Fulham signed Oscar Bobb from Manchester City for £27m, handing him a long-term contract through 2031. Bobb was persuaded by talks with Sander Berge and Fulham’s manager, plus the promise of a clear system fit; he takes the number 14 shirt and leaves City as a league winner.

Maya Jama and Ruben Dias “Devastated” After Cheshire Mansion Burglary

Maya Jama, Ruben Dias
January 2026

Their Alderley Edge home was broken into and items were stolen; police opened an investigation. With the property unattended, intruders gained entry and ransacked rooms; Dias reported the incident after returning, and police confirmed enquiries are ongoing.

Tottenham Fans Urged to Walk Out at 75 Minutes vs Man City

Tottenham Hotspur supporters
January 2026

Protest group is calling for a coordinated 75th-minute stadium walkout to highlight anger at board decisions, pricing, and transfer strategy. Organisers want empty seats during a high-profile live broadcast to force visibility and pressure ownership, urging fans to watch the end from nearby pubs.

Guardiola Uses Cruyff Quote to Challenge City Players Over Injury Proble

Pep Guardiola
January 2026

Guardiola implied some City players are not fully committed to playing through minor issues, citing Cruyff’s view that players who do not want to be injured generally are not, while listing multiple absences for the Galatasaray game. He referenced the club’s medical staff, then suggested mindset matters beyond bad luck. He confirmed several injured players will miss the Champions League tie, with January signings also ineligible.

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