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      ‘It would be unreal to be able to lift the trophy, but we’ve got a job to do’, says Manchester City’s Alanna Kennedy

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      ALANNA KENNEDY says being sidelined by an Achilles injury earlier this season was a frustrating period.Now the tenacious Manchester City defender wants to help her side become WSL champions for the first time in eight years.Alanna Kennedy and her Manchester City team-mates have a six-point lead over title rivals ChelseaCredit: GettyThe Cityzens are targeting two wins from their final two games this season against Arsenal and Aston VillaCredit: GettyArsenal’s last league clash with Man City resulted in a 2-1 win for the GunnersCredit: GettyThe end of this season could result in the WSL leaders fulfilling their dream of winning the title for the first time since 2016.Before their final two games the Manchester side have been in formidable form, winning 14 of their last 15 league fixtures since November 12th.However Arsenal, who they play this afternoon, won their last top-flight duel 2-1 in November.Six points separate Taylor from the second-placed Blues who host Bristol this evening and have a game in hand.Read More Football StoriesWith Chelsea having lost to Liverpool midweek, the league leaders are now closer to a title-winning triumph for the first time under Gareth Taylor.And Kennedy, who has won top-flight trophies in Australia and the United States, hopes to do so for the first time in England.The defender said: “It’s been a goal of mine on an individual front but also as a collective.”For as long as I’ve been here, we’ve had a frustrating couple of seasons, and there’s so much potential.Most read in Football”I feel this season it’s all coming to fruition and we’ve still got a job to do.”But it would just be an unreal feeling to be able to lift the trophy, especially with this group of girls.”Following an August 2021 City move as a free agent following her departure from Tottenham in May that year, Kennedy has at times seen her playing time disrupted by injury.A shoulder fracture in September 2022 delayed her start to the WSL season back then.And the defender’s return to the pitch in December that year was derailed by a calf niggle which later turned out to be a tendon problem at the back of her knee.Part of this season has seen Kennedy sidelined for just over eight weeks by an Achilles problem. An injury that forced her withdrawal in the 46th-minute of a City win against Aston Villa last December.It was not until this February that the talented centre-back made her comeback with a solid shift during City’s 1-0 Conti Cup quarters defeat of Tottenham.Reflecting on her injury spell and return to action, Kennedy added: “As a player you always want to be on the pitch and in those moments.”But I think we’ve done a really good job of making sure that everyone feels just as important, whether you are on the pitch or whether you aren’t.”I think the girls who haven’t played as much as well have also played a huge role in that.”Even during my time off, out through injury, you still feel valued and that there’s something you can bring to help from the bench as well.”It was a frustrating period, but I’m happy to be back in the squad and be able to contribute on the pitch.”Kennedy’s return has coincided with a storming run of nine wins from 11 games for Man City across all competitions.A run that has seen just five goals slip past their battle-hardened defence.Four points from their two remaining WSL fixtures this season would see the team win the title for the second time in their history.The Manchester side could also become champions if they win their game today and if Chelsea were to draw with, or lose to Bristol. Kennedy reckons this would be the icing on the cake following the two seasons where City have finished third and fourth.The Australia ace, who has made 15 WSL appearances this term, said: “We badly want to be able to have something to show for the performances we’ve put in over the last few years.Gareth Taylor is hope to guide Man City to their first WSL title win since 2016Credit: Getty“I guess our mentality has been a lot stronger this season following those missed opportunities.READ MORE SUN STORIES“We’ve had that shared experience in the past of something that you don’t want to feel again.  “Hopefully, this season is our time.” More

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      Kyle Walker eyes up mega-money move away from Man City in wake of frenzied speculation about his turbulent love life

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      MAN City ace Kyle Walker is considering a move away from the Premier League to Saudi Arabia.The England defender, 33, has sought advice from former teammate Riyad Mahrez about relocating to the Middle East.Kyle Walker is considering a move away from the Premier League to Saudi ArabiaCredit: Eamonn and James ClarkeHe could expect to receive tens of millions every year if he heads for the riches in capital Riyadh or another city in the oil stateCredit: EyeEm / AlamyMahrez, also 33, left City to join Saudi Pro League club Al-Ahli in a big-money signing last year.The Algerian winger is reportedly on £45million a year and Walker could expect similar if he heads for the riches of the capital Riyadh or another city in the oil state.Kyle, who is expected to play for England in the Euros in Germany this summer, is said to be “very happy” at title-challengers City.But pals say he is “exploring all options further down the line” in the wake of the frenzied media speculation about his turbulent love life.READ MORE ON KYLE WALKERWife Annie Kilner — mother to four of his kids — is also open to a move when the time is right. A source told The Sun today: “Kyle has been thinking about his future after the Premier League and thinks a move to Saudi could be perfect for him, Annie, and their kids when he is done here.“He has been speaking to Riyad about the football clubs out there and what life is like for people who move there. Obviously, the lifestyle is vastly different.“Kyle loves playing for Man City and is devoted to the club but he has his head screwed on and has been thinking about what the future holds for him when his time in the Prem and for England is done.”Most read in FootballThe source added: “His conversations with Riyad have opened his eyes to what it is really like to play for the clubs out there and what the reality would be if he moved there.“It is something Kyle and Annie have discussed too and she would be open to relocating there at some point in the future with their kids.Kyle Walker and wife welcome fourth child and footballer ‘couldn’t be happier’“And, of course, there would be a lot less public scrutiny on him which he would relish, especially after the past few months of turmoil which has been so publicly played out.”Mahrez moved to Saudi with wife Taylor Ward and their young daughter. A clip of influencer Taylor bursting into tears after he told her about his move was seen on social media.But after the move, she said: “When I went on my first trip, I saw a Nando’s. I was just like, ‘I’m so happy they’ve got Nando’s’.”Kyle and Annie with three of their four kids after a matchCredit: AFP – GettyFormer teammate Riyad Mahrez previously made the big move to Al-AhliCredit: GettyKyle playing for Man City on SundayCredit: Rex Features More

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      Man City star Phil Foden named Player of the Year beating Declan Rice and Rodri to top award after stunning season

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      PHIL FODEN has been rewarded for his outstanding season by being named Footballer of the Year by the Football Writers Association.The Manchester City midfielder has scored 24 goals to help put his boyhood club on course for a Premier League and FA Cup double.Phil Foden has been named Footballer of the Year by the Football Writers AssociationCredit: GettyHe pipped Arsenal’s Declan Rice and team-mate Rodri to the prizeCredit: GettyAnd his efforts were recognised by FWA members – as he earned 42 per cent of the vote to scoop the prestigious award.His England team-mate Declan Rice, who has enjoyed an excellent first campaign at Arsenal, was second.Meanwhile Foden’s fellow City star Rodri – who has not lost a game with the club in 15 months – was third.Arsenal’s Martin Odegaard, Ollie Watkins of Aston Villa and Chelsea’s summer signing Cole Palmer made up the top six.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLBut Foden is the third player from the Etihad to receive the FWA award, which Sir Stanley Matthews first won in 1948, in the last four years after Ruben Dias in 2021 and Erling Haaland last season.He said: “Being named the Football Writers’ Association Footballer of the Year is a huge honour.“I’m very, very happy to receive this award but I could not have done it without the help of my team-mates.“We have a very special squad of players at City, and I’m privileged to be a part of that group.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS“I want to thank all my team-mates as well as Pep and the coaches for all the support and advice they have given me.“I strive to be the best that I can be every single day and that is all down to the way the manager and my colleagues always seek to improve and get better.Every Premier League club’s most famous and also most surprising fan“I would also like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who voted for me as well as my fellow nominees.”It is also a double celebration for City as forward Khadija Shaw was named Women’s Footballer of the Year by the association.The Jamaican, 27, and Chelsea’s Lauren James dominated a record vote – receiving 80 per cent between them.But it was Shaw who edged it – becoming the first City player to win since Nikita Paris in 2019.And the news will be a welcome tonic for her as earlier this week she had surgery on a broken foot which will rule her out for the remainder of the season.Three ways Phil Foden has been transformed into Man City, and England’s, most important playerBy Lee Scott
      PHIL FODEN ran away with the voting for Footballer of the Year – and it’s easy to see why.
      Foden has been transformed into Man City’s new David Silva and England’s Euro 2024 swiss army knife.
      Initially used sparingly by Pep Guardiola, the Stockport technician has become a key player for City.
      Foden’s his tactical intelligence and game understanding make him stand out week in, week out – even in City’s team of expensively-assembled superstars.
      From playing the final pass and running between the lines to leading the press, Foden really can do it all.
      Click here to read our tactical analysis of the Premier League’s best player.

      But she still looks set to finish as the WSL’s top scorer as Gareth Taylor’s side close in on the league title.Three of her club mates also finished in the top six with Alex Greenwood third, Yui Hasegawa fourth and Khiara Keating in sixth.Brighton’s Norwegian striker Elisabeth Terland broke up the sequence by finishing fifth.Shaw said: “I am very proud and privileged to have received this award and to be recognised in this way is a special honour.“I want to also thank all of my team-mates. They provide me with the chances to score goals and I could not have won this award without them.“I also owe such a lot to Gareth, the rest of the coaching team and everyone else here at City. It’s a pleasure to be part of such a special group.“Many thanks to all who voted for me and to my fellow nominees. It means such a lot to have won this award.“Hopefully the side can now finish off the season in style and give everyone special cause to celebrate.”It is the first time in five years that a City player has won both the men’s and women’s award.It was double delight for City as Khadija Shaw scooped the women’s prizeCredit: AlamyLast time it happened was 2019 when Paris and Raheem Sterling topped the votes.A total of 18 players got votes in the men’s section.The others were: Virgil Van Dijk, Mo Salah, Bukayo Saka, Bruno Guimares, Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva, John McGinn, Ross Barkley, Alexis Mac Allister, Diogo Dalot, Son Heung Min and Jarrod Bowen.Meanwhile, the other players to get votes for the women’s award were: Erin Cuthbert, Sjoeke Nusken, Lauren Hemp, Alessia Russo, Ella Toone, Katie McCabe, Ashleigh Neville,READ MORE SUN STORIESMillie Turner, Niamh Charles, Fuka Nagano, Taylor Hinds and Jess Carter.Both winners will be honoured at the Footballer of the Year dinner in London on Thursday May 16.Inside humble Phil Foden’s family lifeBy Jon Boon
      PHIL FODEN may be flashy on the pitch, but the Premier League’s Player of the Year is a humble family man off it.
      The Man City superstar earns an astonishing salary believed to be £11.7million-per-year.
      But the Stockport kid is frugal with his cash as he enjoys his down time with childhood sweetheart Rebecca and their two kids.
      Foden only passed his driving test last year… and turns up for training in City’s glittering club car park in a £40k VOLKSWAGEN.
      And in his spare time he loves nothing more than a FISHING trip.
      He celebrated his first big City contract by buying his mum and dad a Cheshire mansion and lives with them until 2021.
      But Foden has now splashed out on a luxury £3million mansion for his own growing family.
      Click here for to find out all about Foden’s glamorous life… More

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      Former Premier League star, 63, once worth millions now has £2 in bank account and lives on benefits

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      FORMER Manchester City star Eike Immel is living off benefits in a council flat with just £2 left in his bank account.The German keeper was a millionaire during his successful career with Borussia Dortmund and Stuttgart.Ex-Manchester City goalkeeper Eike Immel has been declared bankruptCredit: NEWS GROUP NEWSPAPERS LTDThe former West Germany star is now living off benefitsCredit: GETTHe won 19 caps for West Germany and was part of their squad at five major finals.Immel, 63, spent two years in the Premier League and old First Division with City, making 50 appearances before hanging up his gloves in 1997.But he was declared bankrupt in 2008 and his wife and kids left him amid a series of financial concerns.Immel now lives off state benefits in a small flat in his home town of Stadtallendorf.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe told Stat 1: “Money wasn’t a concern for me in the past.  I used to live the life of Riley.”Sometimes my mobile phone bill came to 10,000 euros [£9,000] a month.”One Christmas I spent £25,000 on clothes for my new girlfriend.”I paid £1m for my home, but at one point the bailiffs were at my door.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWho are these famous footballers?
      “The tax office said I owed them £800,000, and I was unable to pay it.”I did things that any normal person would say can’t be true.Pep Guardiola launched an astonishing attack on football bosses after Manchester City stumbled into the FA Cup Final-“I hadn’t given enough thought to the future.  Dealing with money is not one of my strengths.”I now live on £972 a month in benefits.  £491 of that goes on rent, leaving me with just £481 for other expenses.”It is a real battle to make ends meet.  Sometimes I just have £2 left.Immel regrets his excess splurges, which have left him relying on the help of loved ones to get by.He said: “The furnishings in the flat have all been given to me, and a friend who runs a local restaurant lets me eat for free.”I am thankful for the help.  But I wish it didn’t have to be this way.” More

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      Erling Haaland appears to ‘do a Homer Simpson’ as he celebrates securing Man City’s crucial win in title race

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      FOOTIE fans reckon Erling Haaland did a “Homer Simpson” as he celebrated his latest Manchester City strike.The Norwegian bagged the second goal of the Sky Blues’ victory over the Premier League strugglers last Sunday.Erling Haaland started Manchester City’s trip to the City Ground on the benchCredit: GETTYHaaland came off the bench to bag City’s second goal of the matchCredit: REUTERSThe Norwegian appeared to channel his inner Homer Simpson by shouting ‘woo-hoo’ into the pitchside micCredit: REXAnd the City hitman appeared to rattle off an uncanny Homer Simpson impersonation as he wheeled away in delight after bagging his 31st goal of the season.Haaland screamed “woo-hoo” as he ran past the pitchside microphone and celebrated doubling the English champions’ lead.And it didn’t go unnoticed by fans watching the match, who flocked to social media to give their thoughts.One wrote: “Erling Haaland with his best Homer Simpson impersonation with that woo-hoo.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnother said: “Erling Haaland is secretly Homer Simpson!”And another said: “Did anyone else just hear a Homer Simpson ‘woo-hoo’ when Haaland scored?”One remarked: “Haaland hitting a perfect Homer Simpson ‘Woo-hoo’ after scoring. What can’t he do?”Another chimed in: “Haaland with an impeccable Homer Simpson impression there.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSErling Haaland’s strike at the City Ground was his 31st of the seasonCredit: GETTYOne perplexed fan asked: “Why did Erling Haaland do a Homer Simpson down the microphone?”Pep Guardiola’s troops ran out 2-0 winners at the City Ground thanks to goals from Josko Gvardiol and Haaland.Haaland slapped by referee during Man City’s clash with Real MadridThe win saw them keep pace with current table toppers Arsenal, who were victorious in the North London derby just a few hours earlier.Guardiola said of Arsenal: “We prefer they lose, we cannot control what they do.”There are four games left, I don’t think they are going to lose any points, so we know exactly what we have to do.”City will be back in action on Saturday, welcoming Wolves to the Etihad. More

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      Fans fume ‘where is the consistency?’ as Ederson gets away with same challenge Man Utd’s Onana gave away penalty for

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      EDERSON sparked a penalty row as fans compared an unpunished challenge from the Manchester City keeper to a costly blunder from Man United’s Andre Onana.Viewers were divided as some supporters blasted “inconsistent” decisions in two big Premier League matches in the space of 24 hours.Ederson collided with Nottingham Forest’s Willy Boly in a major talking pointCredit: GettyFans took to social media to claim Forest should’ve had a penalty, though some felt Boly was the player at faultCredit: AFPMan Utd’s Andre Onana downed Zeki Amdouni to give away a spot-kickCredit: ReutersOnana clattered into Zeki Amdouni with both arms on Saturday, conceding a spot-kick from which the Burnley ace tucked a point-saver.Then with the scores still level in City’s 2-0 win at Nottingham Forest, Ederson and home defender Willy Boly tumbled after their aerial collision.One fan posted: “Onana legit conceded a penalty for this yesterday. Where’s the CONSISTENCY in this league?” – while another insisted it was the “same foul”.A few viewers claimed it was a “scam” in favour of Pep Guardiola’s men and suggested United have been unfairly targeted this season.READ MORE TOP STORIESA batch of Arsenal supporters were also upset by the decision.That’s not least because with victory City moved second, a point behind the Gunners and with a game in hand.A Josko Gvardiol header and a poacher’s finish from fit-again sub Erling Haaland clinched Sunday’s success – while defeat left Forest just a point above the drop zone.One angry fan reacted: “Checking Badge…. Confirmed. It’s Man City, not United. No penalty.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut many viewers seemed staggered by comparisons between the two incidents.In fact some reckoned if there was an offender, it was Boly.Erik ten Hag hits back with message to fans and ‘forgetful’ Man Utd icons after being booed for substitutions v BurnleyOne fan wrote: “This is nowhere near the same… Boly completely throws himself at Ederson. Onana punched the Burnley player.”Even a Red Devils’ supporter argued: “Boly fouls Ederson here. We all hate City, but let’s get facts correct.”A third observer said of the two clashes: “Not even remotely the same thing.”The two disputes follow a pair of major big spot-kick debates involving handball sagas the previous weekend when City and United triumphed in their FA Cup semi-finals.Chelsea were infuriated when VAR cleared Jack Grealish of handball, despite his flailing arm making contact with a Cole Palmer free-kick as Pep Guardiola’s men won 1-0.Then pundits were split after United’s Aaron Wan-Bissaka WAS penalised for handball as Coventry completed a 3-3 comeback from 3-0 down before the Red Devils sneaked through 4-2 in a shootout.Man Utd’s Aaron Wan-Bissaka was penalised for this handballCredit: Rex More

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      Premier League chief provides major update on hearing date for Man City’s 115 alleged FFP breaches

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      PREMIER LEAGUE chief Richard Masters has given a major update on Manchester City’s Financial Fair Play hearing date.The Treble winners were hit with 115 FFP charges by the league last February relating to financial irregularities.An update has been given on Manchester City’s Financial Fair Play hearing dateCredit: PAPrem CEO Masters revealed “a date has been set” for the hearing but refused to divulge any further details.Now, he has spoken out again and insisted developments are incoming. He said: “The hearing into Manchester City’s 115 charges will take place in the near future.”The hearing is expected to take place in October or November and will take a number of months.read more in FootballThe result of that hearing is likely to come around March or April 2025.City and Prem chiefs have gone back and forth for several months over when the hearing to address the alleged violations will take place.The trial has been rumoured to kick off in the autumn, which means City may not learn their fate until the summer of 2025.The club are accused of breaching 115 regulations from the 2009-10 season onwards.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSChief among the alleged violations are allegations of over financial reporting and a refusal to cooperate with the Prem’s investigation.City have vehemently denied any wrongdoing.Top 10 highest paid footballers in the world revealed with no Premier League players making the top fiveBut if found guilty the club could be hit with serious sanctions – possibly a points deduction or even relegation.Everton were docked ten points this season for breaching profit and sustainability rules between 2020-23.Four of those points were won back on appeal, only for two more to be deducted for a separate offence.Similarly, Nottingham Forest had a four-point deduction for financial breaches, which they are appealing.But City are even at risk of being stripped of the three Premier League titles they won between 2012 and 2018.The champions have challenged the 115 charges and the case was in the hands of the head of its “independent judicial panel”, Murray Rosen KC.Manchester City have been hit with 115 charges More

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      Forgotten Man City star, 22, poised for summer transfer despite two relatives being club legends

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      WOLVES are set to add Manchester City’s Tommy Doyle to their pack in a £4.3million deal.The midfielder, 22, has been on loan at Molineux this season, making 29 appearances.Tommy Doyle is set to join Wolves on a permanent dealCredit: ReutersHis grandad Mike Doyle is Man City’s third-highest appearance-makerCredit: PAWanderers have an option to make the move permanent.This is Doyle’s fourth loan spell after stints with Hamburg, Cardiff and Sheffield United.He has not scored or assisted in the Premier League this season.But Wolves boss Gary O’Neil has insisted that the club are “delighted” with the player’s progress this season.READ MORE MAN CITY NEWSHe said: “We’re delighted with how he’s done, so I don’t foresee any issues.“I’d expect him to be here next year. Hopefully, we’ll get that done fairly quickly in the summer.“I know Tommy feels settled and I know he’s enjoying it.”Doyle’s move away from the Etihad would mean him leaving the club that is close to his family.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe midfielder’s grandfathers, Mike Doyle and Glyn Pardoe, are two of Man City’s biggest icons.His paternal grandfather, Mike Doyle, is City’s third-highest appearance-maker with 570 games for the club.Most dramatic Premier League’s final daysWhile Pardoe, Doyle Jnr’s maternal grandpa, still holds the record of being City’s youngest-ever player, making his debut aged 15 years and 314 days.The pair played in Man City’s 1969 FA Cup final victory over Leicester City.They both scored in the 2-1 League Cup triumph against West Brom the following year.Glyn Pardoe is Man City’s youngest-ever playerCredit: PAOur beautiful game is brokenBy Dave Kidd

      When Manchester United got lucky in their FA Cup semi-final, Antony’s first instinct was to goad heartbroken opponents Coventry. To rub their noses in the dirt.
      Antony seems to be a vile individual but this isn’t really about Antony. Because Antony is merely a symptom of the hideous sickness within England’s top flight.
      There is so much wrong.
      After our elite clubs persuaded the FA to completely scrap Cup replays — which gave us Ronnie Radford and Ricky Villa and Ryan Giggs — without due recompense or reasoning with the rest of English football.
      The previous day, after his Manchester City side had defeated Chelsea in the other FA Cup semi-final, Pep Guardiola whinged about the fixture scheduling of TV companies who effectively pay much of his £20m salary.
      Up at Wolves, Guardiola’s friend and rival Mikel Arteta was playing the same sad song about fixture congestion, despite his Arsenal side having played two fewer games this season than Coventry — who don’t have £50m squad players to rotate with.
      Chelsea, oh Chelsea. The one-time plaything of a Russian oligarch now owned by financially incontinent venture capitalists who have piddled £1billion on a squad of players who fight like weasels in a sack about who should bask in the personal glory of scoring the penalty that puts them 5-0 up against Everton.
      Read Dave Kidd’s full column as he takes aim at Nottingham Forest, Fulham’s ticket prices, the 39th game, VAR and much more… More