Manchester City hold off heroic Fulham fightback to win nine-goal epic

Fifa has failed to sell the TV rights for its inaugural Women’s Champions Cup, which is set to take place in London starting January 28, featuring Arsenal as the representative from Europe. This situation mirrors Fifa's recent difficulties in securing broadcast deals for other competitions, including the men’s Club World Cup.

Bayern Munich's former president has claimed that Pep Guardiola has already agreed to take over Manchester City in the future, suggesting a potential shift in managerial roles between the two clubs. This statement raises questions about Guardiola's long-term plans and the future of Manchester City under his leadership.

Erling Haaland made Premier League history by becoming the fastest player to reach 100 goals, achieving this milestone in a thrilling 5-4 victory for Manchester City against Fulham. This remarkable performance eclipsed the previous record held by Alan Shearer, who reached the century in 124 matches.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has urged Declan Rice to enhance his long throw-in abilities to reach the level of Brentford's Michael Kayode, who is recognized for having the longest average throw-in distance in the Premier League. This challenge comes as Arsenal prepares to face Brentford in an upcoming match, where they have yet to score from a throw-in this season despite leading in set-piece goals.

Erling Haaland has set a new Premier League record by scoring his 100th goal in just 111 matches for Manchester City, surpassing Alan Shearer's previous record of 100 goals in 124 matches. This milestone was achieved during a thrilling 5-4 victory against Fulham, showcasing Haaland's exceptional scoring ability and impact on the team.

Erling Haaland continued his remarkable scoring streak for Manchester City by netting a goal against Fulham at Craven Cottage, contributing to his tally of 19 goals this season across all competitions. This performance highlights his consistent impact on the pitch as a key player for the team.

Manchester City has reaffirmed its commitment to retaining goalkeeper James Trafford, despite speculation regarding his potential departure in 2026. Manager Pep Guardiola emphasized the importance of keeping the England international as part of the team's future plans.

Liverpool captain Grace Fisk has been ruled out for the next 10 days due to a calf injury, which led to her withdrawal from the England squad. Manager Gareth Taylor expressed concern that this injury comes at a particularly challenging time for the team as they prepare for upcoming matches against Arsenal, Aston Villa, and West Ham.