View From A Blue

It’s that time again. Time for another derby, time for plenty more hype, time for nerves and tension to take a stranglehold on emotions. In terms of team selection for this fixture, Manuel Pellegrini is boosted by the news that Micah Richards and David Silva are both likely to be in contention, although the match [...]

After two doomed Champions League group stages over the past couple of years, the time has come once again for City to make a positive impression on the top European platform. Lead by a manager whose appointment was partly influenced by recent strong showings in the competition, the Blues have the quality to advance from the [...]

After such an enthralling, thumping and uplifting victory over Newcastle in the opening game of the season, Manuel Pellegrini must be tempted to name as close an unchanged side as possible for this visit to face Cardiff. Vincent Kompany is out injured and could be replaced by one of Matija Nastasic, who has trained fully [...]

The eagerly awaited new season is finally upon us. Refreshed after a lengthy break, revitalised by the arrival of a new manager and a quartet of exciting signings and raring to go in our bid to reclaim the Premier League title, the campaign starts at home to Newcastle. Manuel Pellegrini’s first team selection should hold [...]

Brian Kidd must be tempted to give a couple of youngsters a chance in this final match of the season, and with the pressure off both teams, it could be an enthralling encounter. Kolo Touré is out with injury but Pablo Zabaleta should return after missing the Reading game through suspension. Captain Vincent Kompany could also [...]