Yardbarker
Manchester City must remain cautious with Rodri’s return to the pitch

Manchester City must remain cautious with Rodri’s return to the pitch

One of the major positives to come out of the FIFA Club World Cup for Manchester City was the return of Rodri to the pitch. City’s midfield general played four games at the tournament as he makes his way back to full fitness from the ACL injury he sustained last season.

Manchester City News / Last Word On Sports / July 2
Al Hilal Topples Manchester City, Makes Club World Cup History

Al Hilal Topples Manchester City, Makes Club World Cup History

A difficult season for Manchester City was capped off with perhaps the most shocking defeat in Club World Cup history, as Saudi side Al Hilal stunned Man City in extra time 4-3 to reach the quarterfinals of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.

Pep Guardiola News / Esteemed Kompany / July 2
A major problem may have been avoided for Manchester City due to their early Club World Cup exit

A major problem may have been avoided for Manchester City due to their early Club World Cup exit

Unfortunately for Manchester City, their FIFA Club World Cup campaign came to an unexpected end with their 4-3 defeat to Al Hilal. Pep Guardiola’s side exited the competition at the round of 16 stage.

Bernardo Silva News / Extratime Talk / July 1
Bernardo Silva’s Resurgence the Silver Lining in Manchester City’s Club World Cup Exit

Bernardo Silva’s Resurgence the Silver Lining in Manchester City’s Club World Cup Exit

Manchester City lost 4-3 to Al-Hilal in the quarterfinals of the 2025 Club World Cup on Monday, June 30. Their exit from the tournament marks another failed title run after enduring a trophy-less 2024/25 season.

Soccer News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'FIFA Club World Cup champions' quiz

The 'FIFA Club World Cup champions' quiz

How many of the teams to win the FIFA Club World Cup since it was held for the first time in 2000 can you name in five minutes?

The 'FIFA World Cup host cities' quiz
The 'Premier League clean-sheet leaders' quiz
The 'FIFA World Cup Golden Boot winners' quiz
Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / July 1
Business may pick up for Manchester City after their Club World Cup exit

Business may pick up for Manchester City after their Club World Cup exit

With Manchester City now out of the FIFA Club World Cup, Pep Guardiola’s squad has six weeks before their opening Premier League fixture of the 25/26 season against Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molinuex.

Bernardo Silva News / ESPN / July 1

Silva on City's CWC exit: 'No one wanted vacation'

Bernardo Silva has rejected the suggestion that Manchester City's early exit from the FIFA Club World Cup could be a blessing in disguise.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / July 1
Manchester City may leave the United States with a major injury concern

Manchester City may leave the United States with a major injury concern

Manchester City crashed out of the FIFA Club World Cup at the round of 16 stage with a 4-3 defeat to Al Hilal at the Camping World Stadium. The defeat was a disappointing one but there were positives to come out of the tournament for Pep Guardiola’s side.

Manchester City News / The42 / July 1

Manchester City knocked out of Club World Cup by Al-Hilal

Pep Guardiola’s side lost a thrilling contest in extra time.

Manchester City News / ESPN / July 1

Man City's old vulnerabilities exposed in Al Hilal upset

Pep Guardiola and Co. will have much to ponder ahead of the Premier League season after underdogs Al Hilal sensationally knocked Man City out of the Club World Cup.

Manchester City News / Bleacher Report / July 1
Manchester City News / ESPN / July 1

Al Hilal eliminate Manchester City in CWC stunner

Saudi club Al Hilal pulled off a surprise upset on Monday, defeating Manchester City 4-3 in extra time in Orlando to advance to the quarterfinals of the Club World Cup.

Manchester City News / Field Level Media / July 1
Al Hilal oust Manchester City from Club World Cup in extra time

Al Hilal oust Manchester City from Club World Cup in extra time

Marcos Leonardo scored his second goal of the match in the 112th minute to give Al Hilal a 4-3 upset victory over Manchester City on Monday night in Orlando, sending the Saudi Arabian side into the quarterfinals of the Club World Cup.

Soccer News / Futbol Times / June 30
Spain U-17 coach believes Real Madrid breakout star can reach Haaland’s level if trusted

Spain U-17 coach believes Real Madrid breakout star can reach Haaland’s level if trusted

Real Madrid are generally known to casual football fans for their ability to attract the biggest names in the world and to assemble galactic teams with a plethora of star power.

Manchester City News / ESPN / June 29

Pep: CWC 'not ideal,' but other clubs are jealous

ORLANDO -- Pep Guardiola has accepted that participation in the FIFA Club World Cup could "destroy" Manchester City's season, but hinted that other clubs not in the tournament are jealous they are not taking part.

  Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!
The 'Leading scorer by NBA franchise' quiz
 The 'Leading scorer by NBA franchise' quiz
The 'NBA all-time assists leaders' quiz
 The 'NBA all-time assists leaders' quiz
The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz
 The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz
The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz
 The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz
Manchester City News / ESPN / June 29

Al Hilal keen to show their level vs. Man City at Club World Cup

Some call Al Hilal the 'Real Madrid of Saudi Arabia,' and they have a chance to prove why when they face Manchester City on Monday.

Bernardo Silva News / Esteemed Kompany / June 29
Manchester City seemingly have the ideal captain in Bernardo Silva

Manchester City seemingly have the ideal captain in Bernardo Silva

Pep Guardiola revealed at the FIFA Club World Cup that Bernardo Silva will captain Manchester City for the 25/26 season. Alongside Rodri, Ruben Dias and Erling Haaland, Bernardo Silva is one of four players in Manchester City’s captaincy group.

Manchester City News / ESPN / June 27

Man City favored ahead of PSG in CWC betting

Manchester City is the +275 favorite to win the Club World Cup, according to ESPN BET odds, but they've been far from a popular selection.

Pep Guardiola News / ESPN / June 27

Guardiola: Grealish omission not due to behaviour

Pep Guardiola has rejected the suggestion that Jack Grealish's omission from the Manchester City squad has anything to do with his off-field behaviour.

Bernardo Silva News / ESPN / June 27

Bernardo Silva hails 'honour' of City captaincy

Bernardo Silva has said being named Manchester City captain is "one of the biggest honours" of his career.

Manchester City News / ESPN / June 26

At long last, Man City show glimpse of former selves in resounding win

Juventus presented Manchester City with their first proper challenge of the Club World Cup, but Pep Guardiola's team was more than up to the task.

Pep Guardiola News / Last Word On Sports / June 18
‘I Decided’: Pep Guardiola Makes Bold Call at Manchester City

‘I Decided’: Pep Guardiola Makes Bold Call at Manchester City

Manchester City endured a difficult 2024/25 campaign, winning only the Charity Shield. They ran into awful periods of form but did turn things around in the last part of the campaign to finish 3rd in the league.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / June 13
What's next for the 'worst ever' generation of USMNT goalkeepers?

What's next for the 'worst ever' generation of USMNT goalkeepers?

United States men's national team head coach Mauricio Pochettino has plenty to ponder, perhaps most urgently, what he does between the sticks.

Kevin De Bruyne’s next move is now known as the curtain falls on his Manchester City career
Tierney pens a heartfelt message to Arsenal fans after leaving the club
The Manchester City squad for the Club World Cup has been confirmed
The 'MLS Goalkeeper of the Year' quiz
Kevin De Bruyne News / Yardbarker / June 2
Why Alexi Lalas is wrong about Kevin de Bruyne

Why Alexi Lalas is wrong about Kevin de Bruyne

The English Premier League season is over, and contracts are set to expire. Several players are on the lookout for a new club, perhaps the most notable of those is Manchester City legend Kevin de Bruyne.

The 'UEFA Champions League Winners' quiz
Cruz Azul hammers Vancouver to win Concacaf Champions Cup
MLS weekend wrap-up: Key takeaways from Matchday 17

Customize Your Newsletter

Yardbarker +

Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Emailed daily. Always free!

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.