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      Phil Foden’s hat-trick sets impressive new Premier League record during Brentford vs Man City

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      PHIL FODEN’S hat-trick ignited a crazy all-time record for Premier League goals scored in a single week.Foden’s third strike in Manchester City’s 3-1 comeback win at Brentford made it 45 top-flight goals following a spectacular weekend.
      Phil Foden levelled just before the break then completed a treble in Man City’s 3-1 win at Brentford with two fine second-half strikesCredit: Alamy

      Foden slid home his and City’s third goalCredit: Getty
      That total pipped the haul of 44 achieved for a 10-match week in both September 2020 and in May 2023. 
      It also means the Prem is on course for a new seasonal record of goals.
      This term’s tally of 730 goals in 228 games averages out at 3.2 a game.
      If that rate is maintained it would give the Prem 1,216 by the end of the campaign, beating the current highest mark of 1,084 for a 38-game season.
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      Yet despite providing an assist, record-breaking goalscorer Erling Haaland failed to net on his return from injury as City dictated against the Bees on Monday night.
      Neal Maupay hit a breakaway opener for Brentford but Foden replied with three devastating finishes, including a diving header.
      The England playmaker told Sky Sports afterwards: “All I set for myself is to try to better my last season.
      “I try to get better stats, more assists and goals.
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      “I think he’s playing the best season since we’ve been together” 👏Pep Guardiola had nothing but praise for Phil Foden’s performances for Manchester City 🔵 pic.twitter.com/NXlvteG3R9— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) February 5, 2024

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      “I’ve done well this season but need to keep showing this level of performance.”
      City leapfrogged Arsenal into second place – just two points behind Liverpool and with a game in hand.
      Pep Guardiola’s incredible life off the pitch
      And the victory for Pep Guardiola’s men completed a Prem bonanza in front of goal over recent days.
      Pride of place went to Newcastle’s 4-4 home draw with revitalised Luton on Saturday.
      Next best – or worst, depending on who you support – was Wolves’ 4-2 triumph at Chelsea.

      Premier League’s goal bonanzaTHE 45 goals scored in this week’s round of top flight fixtures is a new record for a Premier League gameweek:
      Everton 2-2 Tottenham
      Brighton 4-1 Crystal Palace
      Burnley 2-2 Fulham
      Newcastle 4-4 Luton
      Sheff Utd 0-5 Aston Villa
      Bournemouth 1-1 Nottingham Forest
      Chelsea 2-4 Wolves
      Man Utd 3-0 West Ham
      Arsenal 3-1 Liverpool
      Brentford 1-3 Man City More

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      Fans stunned as Brentford exploit lesser-known rule to score opening goal vs Man City – and Pep doesn’t even see it

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      SOME FANS were left in disbelief after Brentford exploited a little-known rule to take the lead against Manchester City – and Pep Guardiola did not even see it.The Bees suffered a 3-1 defeat at home to the Cityzens on Monday night.
      Neal Maupay and Ivan Toney celebrate after Brentford took the lead against Man CityCredit: Getty
      The Bees exploited a little-known rule to stun the CityzensCredit: Sky Sports

      Phil Foden stole the show with a stunning hat-trick as the champions closed the gap to just two points on leaders Liverpool.
      However, it was Brentford that broke the deadlock against the run of play in the 21st minute after taking the route one approach.
      The incident occurred straight from a Mark Flekken goal kick, who thumped the ball straight up field in the direction of Ivan Toney.
      The Bees striker had started in an offside position before he held off City defender Nathan Ake without touching the ball.
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      That allowed it to bounce forward towards the City goal as Neal Maupay charged through to slot home past Ederson.
      The move caught the City defence completely unaware, and it appears their manager was aswell.
      Replays later showed that Guardiola was facing the opposite direction from the pitch and talking to his bench when Toney’s moment of magic happened.
      Some fans, and even City players, were left bemused by the fact that the goal was allowed to stand given Toney’s position when Flekken kicked it.
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      However, rules state that a player is unable to be offside from a goal kick, and other supporters loved the fact that he had exploited that loophole.
      “Ivan Toney does understand the fine prints of football rules. My word,” wrote one.
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      Another said: “Honestly I was today years old when I found out there are no offsides for goal kicks.”
      A third continued: “That’s quality from Ivan Toney, what a clever run from Maupay as well.”
      While a fourth added: “Brentford humbling the noisy VAR club.” More

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      Premier League TV games announced as Liverpool vs Man City title clash is handed rarely-seen kick-off time

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      PREMIER LEAGUE TV matches for March have been announced with 14 fixtures selected.Liverpool vs Manchester City is the pick of the games and has been handed a rare kick-off time – 3:45pm on March Sunday 10.
      Liverpool vs Manchester City will kick off at 3:45pmCredit: Alamy
      Fourteen matches have been selected for TV coverage
      Liverpool will be shown twice more in March including the Merseyside Derby on March 17, which will air on Sky Sports.
      While Brighton’s trip to Anfield will feature as a double-header before City vs Arsenal on March 31.
      The champions also visit the Seagulls live on air, with Brighton’s game against Nottingham Forest rearranged due to their participation in the Europa League.
      West Ham’s match against Burnley on the same day, March 10, has also been rearranged because of the competition with the fixture originally supposed to take place a day before.
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      Other stand-out TV fixtures include Aston Villa v Tottenham on March 10 and Arsenal vs Chelsea on March 16 at 12:30pm.
      Manchester United will feature in the late Saturday game once again when they take on Brentford in an 8:00pm kick-off.
      The Red Devils have previously played Burnley and Newcastle in that timeslot this season.
      United vs Brentford takes place on Saturday March 30, with Sky Sports showing Aston Villa v Wolves in a 5:30 kick-off.
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      While TNT Sports will air Newcastle vs West Ham in the lunchtime kick-off on the same day.
      There is also one Monday Night Football clash for fans to look forward to when Newcastle visit Stamford Bridge on March 11.
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      Man City make transfer decision on Erling Haaland with star striker yet to agree terms on new contract with champions

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      PEP GUARDIOLA says Manchester City love Erling Haaland so much they want him to stay for a DECADE.The Norwegian striker’s return after two months out with a foot injury has brought fresh reports linking him with Real Madrid.
      Interest from Spanish giants Real Madrid has been talked up but Pep Guardiola says Man City hope to keep Erling Haaland for a ‘long time’Credit: Getty
      Talks over a new deal with the Treble winners have yet to result in anything official.
      And in Spain it is said Haaland, 23, does not like living in Manchester.
      But boss Guardiola said: “What do you think, we don’t want Erling to stay here for one decade? Honestly. Yes, we want him to stay for a long time in this club. We are in love with him.
      “First, it’s an honour the important clubs want our players but in the end the players decide.
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      “But,   of  course,  we want to keep our best players. We need good players.”
      Haaland was born in Leeds while his dad Alfie was playing for the Whites.
      Despite the reports from Spain, Haaland gave an interview to City last week in which he spoke about how settled he feels in Manchester.
      Asked what he liked most about life in the North West, he said: “I’m a football guy, for me it’s easy for my family to come over, right over the sea, really close.
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      “I like the vibes, the positivity from the fans when I meet them. The banter. Also, the English people in general.
      “I love to joke like them — we are similar in Norway, we like the banter.“People see us on the streets, United fans, we joke with each other.”
      Haaland banged in a record 52 goals in all competitions last term — his debut season for City.
      He added: “The first season for me, it was the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup.
      “We came back to pre-season and it was like, ‘Are we back already?’
      “It’s taken a couple of months to digest it.
      “I want to recreate some of the things we did last season.”
      City hope Haaland will be be on fire again after returning from injuryCredit: Getty More

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      Erling Haaland’s representatives ‘convinced Man City ace must complete stunning Real Madrid transfer – thanks to Messi’

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      ERLING HAALAND’S representatives are reportedly convinced he must join Real Madrid.The Manchester City striker has previously been linked with a blockbuster move to the Spanish giants.
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      Erling Haaland’s representatives are convinced he must join Real MadridCredit: Rex
      Lionel Messi has contributed to the decision, according to reportsCredit: Getty
      However, his entourage now believe the time has come to head to the Bernabeu – and it is all thanks to Real’s long-term foe Lionel Messi.
      AS report that Haaland’s representatives believe he must “go to a club like Madrid” to receive the focus and recognition he deserves.
      Their stance comes after the 23-year-old was pipped to Fifa’s The Best award by Messi earlier this month, the report adds.
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      The pair finished level on 48 points from the award’s voting, with the Argentine wizard crowned the winner due to more first place votes from national team captains.
      He also beat Haaland to the Ballon d’Or back in October, where the Norwegian goal machine was instead awarded the Gerd Muller Trophy as the highest-scoring player in the 2022/23 season.
      Haaland scored 52 times in his debut campaign with City as the club won an historic Treble.
      His personal accolades include Uefa’s Player of the Year award, the PFA Players’ Player of the Year and the European Golden Shoe.
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      However, his failure to win either The Best award or Ballon d’Or could now see Real Madrid swoop.
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      The Spanish giants have long been linked with a move for the Norway forward.
      Reports in Spain earlier this month claimed Real were hoping to enlist Jude Bellingham to help bring Haaland to the club.
      The duo played together at Borussia Dortmund and would reunite if Haaland moved to the Bernabeu.
      His City deal currently runs until the summer of 2027, with the prolific striker remaining on form this season.
      Despite missing 12 matches through injury before his return in the win over Burnley on Wednesday, Haaland has scored 19 goals across all competitions.
      He is also joint-top scorer in the Premier League with Mohamed Salah on 14 goals. More

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      Newcastle seal deadline day transfer of highly-rated midfielder Alfie Harrison, 18, from Man City

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      NEWCASTLE have confirmed the signing of Alfie Harrison from Manchester City.The midfielder, 18, has signed a two-and-half year deal at St James’ Park.
      Alfie Harrison has signed for Newcastle UnitedCredit: Getty
      Harrison has excelled for City’s Under-18s this season.
      He scored eight goals in as many Under-18 Premier League appearances, in addition to laying on a further four assists.
      Having signed for the Toon for an undisclosed fee, he will initially link up with their academy sides, with a view to eventually breaking into Eddie Howe’s first team.
      Upon completing his move, Harrison said: “The size of the club and what it has got going for it is massive for me.
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      “It’s got a huge, passionate fanbase and I’m looking to really push on with my career now.
      “If I was a kid now, looking at me signing for Newcastle United, it’s what dreams are made of.
      “I’m really looking forward to what is coming and how I can progress in the coming years.
      “I’m an effective player who can add goals and assists.
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      “I really like to create stuff but, on the other side, I’d also say I’m a very passionate player who always wants to win.”
      Harrison helped City to the Under 18 Premier League title last season, scoring six times in 21 appearances.
      Having performed admirably once again at Under-18 level this term, he made his debut for City’s Under-21s in the PL2.
      Newcastle academy director Steve Harper is delighted to have bolstered his ranks with the acquisition of Harrison.
      Harper, 48, said: “We are delighted to secure Alfie’s signature.
      “His hunger to represent Newcastle United and continue his development here was obvious from the outset.
      “He’s a passionate, talented player who we are really looking forward to welcoming to the club and ultimately seeing in a black and white shirt.
      “Alfie’s signing is part of a strategic move to make our PDP group younger, particularly the Under-21s, and I would like to thank the board and everybody involved at the club in making this move happen.”
      Harrison, 18, has penned a two-and-a-half year deal at St James’ ParkCredit: Getty More

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      Erling Haaland splashes £4million on new private jet dubbed ‘Swiss Army knife of planes’

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      ERLING HAALAND has seen his career take off once again – after splashing £4million on a new private jet.The Manchester City superstar was grounded by a foot injury before returning as a sub in Wednesday’s 3-1 win over Burnley.
      City star Erling Haaland has splashed out on a new private jetCredit: Getty
      It’s been dubbed the Swiss Army Knife of jetsCredit: https://247aviation.co.uk/our-fleet/pc-12-ngx/
      An expert compared it to a luxury Mercedes SUVCredit: https://247aviation.co.uk/our-fleet/pc-12-ngx/
      Striker Haaland previously owned a Piper M600 plane, together with dad Alfie and partners in Norwegian company Sola M600.
      They sold the aircraft late last year, with aviation insiders expecting the 23-year-old to charter flights in the future.
      But Norwegian paper Finansavisen reported the group have now bought a luxurious Pilatus PC-12 private plane.
      The jets cost between £3.3m and £4.5m. 
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      Dubbed the Swiss Army knife of planes, they have six business-class seats.
      Aviation broker Carl-Christian Gunnestad said: “We usually liken this plane to a Mercedes SUV.
      “It has a luxurious cabin designed by BMW, and a state-of-the-art cockpit.  It is perfect for families or business people.”
      Haaland’s fortunes have soared since joining City in 2022, winning the Champions League, Premier League and FA Cup in his first season.
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      The jets cost between £3.3m and £4.5mCredit: https://247aviation.co.uk/our-fleet/pc-12-ngx/
      The specs on Haaland’s new plane

      Take Off Distance 2,485ft
      Max Cruise Speed 290KTAS
      Range 1,903 Nautical Miles
      Max Passengers 10 + One pilot
      Max Payload 2,236lb
      Max Altitude 30,000ft

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      The Norway international has since undergone some turbulence, missing almost two months through injury and seeing City fall five points behind Liverpool.
      But he now hopes to land more silverware – helped in part by being able to travel in style.
      Haaland is in line to earn his first start since coming back from his foot injury on Monday against Brentford.
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      Kyle Walker will remain Man City captain after opening up about betraying wife and secret lovechild, says Pep Guardiola

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      PEP GUARDIOLA has confirmed Kyle Walker will remain as Manchester City captain.The England defender spoke to The Sun at the weekend expressing his regret at the way he has treated his wife Annie.
      Guardiola has confirmed Walker will remain as his City captainCredit: Getty
      It comes after Walker admitted his regret over how he has treates his wife AnnieCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Walker, pictured here with Annie, has admitted to fathering two children with model and influencer Lauryn Goodman in recent yearsCredit: Instagram
      He admitted fathering two children with model and influencer Lauryn Goodman in recent years.
      Guardiola said he will not talk about the personal lives of his players but said there is no plan to strip the Three Lions defender of the armband.
      Asked if the captaincy remained unchanged, he said: “Absolutely, because it’s a decision for the team and not mine.
      “I will not talk about personal issues. I support him and his family but I don’t say one word about the personal lives of my players.”
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      The news Walker will stay on as captain comes after he admitted that he almost followed England team-mate Harry Kane in joining Bayern Munich last summer.
      He saw the move as a way to escape the constant speculation around his family life.
      The defender verbally agreed a reported £15million move to the German champions in July.
      He said on the proposed move: “I tried to escape. Did I want to leave City? No, of course I didn’t. We’re the best team in the world at the minute.
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      “But it was a chance to get away from England and the media I was going to get. I was aware the clock was ticking. I came very close to moving.
      “I was going to a great club, a massive club. But in the end I couldn’t go.
      “If I’m in Germany and this happens, Annie leaves and I’m now in Germany on my own. My kids wouldn’t be around the corner where I can see them.
      “There’s pain and emotion at the moment but I can go to the house, take the kids to school, and my little lad to football.”
      He spoke of his pain at betraying his wife Annie and admits that he would not blame her if she chose to go through with a divorce.
      He said: “I think there’s too much pain and too much hurt.
      “For now, I just need to be the best dad that I can be.”
      Walker will lead his City team as captain in tomorrow night’s Premier League fixture with Burnley, who are managed by his former team-mate and ex-City captain Vincent Kompany. More