Sentences with phrase «city rivals for»

Ronaldo was rested over the weekend so he would give his 100 % when they meet their city rivals for the return leg.

The Madrid derby intensified hugely last season as Diego Simeone made Atletico genuine challengers to their bitter city rivals for the first time in a generation, although it is still slightly eclipsed by a certain other La Liga clash.

They go on to state that Everton are also keen on a deal, and will fight their city rivals for his signature.

He even referenced his disappointment with conceding off a set piece to their city rival for a third time this season in his post match press conference.

Not exact matches

While some investors opposed the move, Xiaomi's decision, four years after Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. (baba) chose New York, signals a new phase for the city in its ambitions to rival the U.S. market.

Real Madrid will face its La Liga rival Atlético Madrid in the Champions League final for the second straight year thanks to Bale's tough - angle shot in the 20th minute against Manchester City.

Honda has already spelled out plans to market a vehicle which can drive itself on highways by 2020, and the new target for city - capable self - driving cars puts its progress slightly behind rivals like BMW.

Though smaller than most, this city has a host of resources for small businesses that rival many of its larger competitors.

Camden submitted a proposal to Amazon Thursday which calls for building its second headquarters on the city's waterfront, on either side of the Ben Franklin Bridge, facing rival applicant Philadelphia.

Matt Therian of Renaissance Capital, an IPO research firm based in Greenwich, Conn., noted that Zipcar has a relatively «capital intensive» business model, but its strong brand image and its head start in the car - sharing market — where it competes in some markets with for - profit rivals and such nonprofit entrants as Chicago's iGo and the San Francisco area's City Car Share, in addition, of course, to traditional rental incumbents like Hertz HTZ, -9.08 % and Avis Budget Group CAR, -11.56 % — give it an inside track with investors.

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They may have to fight off local rivals Manchester City for his signature though, according to ESPN.

Oblak would be a terrific signing for any top side after his fine form in La Liga, but that's also seen him attract interest from Atletico's inner - city rivals Real.

At the start of the week, the Independent claimed Sanchez was more than likely closing in on a switch to Manchester City, but BBC Sport now suggest United may be ahead of their rivals in the battle for the 29 - year - old's signature.

Manchester City look to be leading the race to sign one of the world's most in - demand midfield players in this summer's transfer window, and a top target for their rivals Manchester United.

However, they will have to go up against cross city rivals Everton if they want to snare his signature, as the Toffees look for a long term replacement for Tim Howard.

Whatever happens with this transfer issue, and it looks to me like he will end up signing for City, it is only helping Arsenal right now, mainly because it is really hurting two of our main rivals for the Premier League.

Although a move for Toure to join one of City's main rivals would have been unthinkable a few years ago, it is now thought that Chelsea and United are monitoring his situation with interest.

Despite the prospect of being without his number one stopper for next weekend's clash against title rivals Manchester City, Mourinho instead decided to criticise Carneiro for her decision to treat Eden Hazard whilst they were vulnerable to a counter attack:

For instance, some fans are castigating Wenger for dealing with manu who is ready to pay higher fee than man city but are okay with and supporting Sanchez who is insisting on playing for domestic rivFor instance, some fans are castigating Wenger for dealing with manu who is ready to pay higher fee than man city but are okay with and supporting Sanchez who is insisting on playing for domestic rivfor dealing with manu who is ready to pay higher fee than man city but are okay with and supporting Sanchez who is insisting on playing for domestic rivfor domestic rival.

I personally don't feel the need to make up imaginary barriers for our rivals, Chelsea are strong, United will be stronger, and I fully expect City to get stronger.

After Arsenal seemingly agreed to sell another contract rebel, Oxlade - Chamberlain to one of our biggest Premier League rivals, it would now not surprise Arsenal fans if they also decided to cash in on the sale of Sanchez to Man City as their next deal, which will leave very little time for Wenger to bring in replacements...

This is another week where it's possible for our rivals to lose points: Man City v Southampton and Leicester vs United.

Sell to Bayern even if it's less money For Example if City offer # 50 million and Bayern offers # 40 million then sell to Bayern At least we won't be strengthening our rivals like we did with United and RVP We literally helped them win the PL

Carlo Ancelotti, Steve McClaren and Mark Hughes were all linked with the job but Lerner controversially went for rivals Birmingham City boss Alex McLeish.

The Gunners are now withing touching distance of Man City and just one result could see us overtake them at the top, which is why Wenger and his comments on the Arsenal website sounded thankful to our local rivals for giving Arsenal the chance to close that gap to the leaders and why he feels the late goal against Burnley was so vital.

Manchester City have jumped ahead of Premier League rivals Manchester United and Chelsea in the race for Poland and Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski, with the player looking to secure a move away from the Bundesliga side in January, according to the Daily Star.

In comparison to what our rivals in the Premier League have spent, especially City and United, Arsenal's summer has shown little movement and we desperately need to sign a few more quality faces if we are going to truly challenge for the league this season.

Another reason we should not panic is that our two main rivals for the EPL title, Man City and United, are struggling with their own injury problems.

After being snubbed by Jamie Vardy this is the chance for Arsene Wenger to prove that he has the ambition to match our bank balance, and even better, to get one over our oil - rich rivals Manchester City.

We can only hope that the teams leading the way so far in the Premier League drop points before our match, but with Man City going to bottom club Crystal Palace who have yet to pick up a point or even score a goal, while their local rivals United play Southampton the chances are not good for us.

United currently sit 16 points behind rivals Man City at the top of the Premier League after the Citizens» 5 - 1 win against Leicester, so a win here would be absolutely vital in keeping their slim title hopes alive for this season.

Manchester City could be set to rival a host of top clubs for the exciting signing of Borussia Dortmund forward Marco Reus, according to German source Bild.

Don't sell him to City this year but let him go there next year for free and then we are not selling to a rival.

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As well as Swansea, Sky Sports report that a bid had already been rejected for the midfielder from rivals Leicester City, which was reportedly more valuable than the # 40M that the Toffees had bid for the Icelandic international, who managed nine goals and 13 assists in 38 league games last season as Swansea managed to avoid relegation.

I'd like to see this here and if Sanchez wants to go to CIty, he can do it next season for free, because we don't sell to our rivals.

I am surprised more pranks like this haven't taken place in football, expect Man City fans to launch a similar surprise on their local rivals by all supporters texting their United fan friends by all texting at the exact same time to tell them that Ronaldo has been sold and then ruining all believability it all by suggesting he has signed for the Eastlands oufit!

Arsenal can make a Merry Christmas for themselves by grabbing a win against Manchester City tonight, knowing that they are capable of defeating their only real title rivals.

However, City may have stolen a march on their rivals, as Manuel Pellegrini's side would be in a position to offer former Champions League winner Toure as part compensation for the powerhouse midfielder.

However, the three London giants face competition from their city rivals Palace, with The Sun [via Le 10 Sport] reporting on Sunday that Alan Pardew is also eyeing a move for the attacker.

Today's announcement that Pep Guardiola will replace Manuel Pellegrini at Manchester City at the end of the season has opened the door for Jose Mourinho to take over at their most bitter rivals.

With all eleven players on the pitch, Atleti's banks of four were too much for their city rivals to break down.

Manchester United are mentioned as surprise contenders to rival Inter Milan for the signing of Manchester City star Yaya Toure.

The north London giants have been hurt in the past by losing star players to their Premier League rivals, with the likes of Samir Nasri and Emmanuel Adebayor among those to leave them for City in the past, while Robin van Persie also recently made the controversial move to Manchester United.

Arsenal have had a difficult start to the Premier League campaign, despite successive 1 - 0 victories over West Bromwich Albion and Southampton, leaving them a long way adrift of rivals Chelsea and Manchester City in the battle for top spot in the English top flight, which already looks like very much being a two horse race.

Worryingly for Klopp, who had once boasted an impressive record against Liverpool's fellow «big six» rivals, his side have just been hammered in their most recent meetings with Manchester City and Spurs, shipping nine goals across both games.

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Oblak, however, could be another fine option for Real if they could persuade him to make the controversial move from their inner - city rivals.

It's rumoured [Goal] that Manchester City are preparing a world - record bid for the 22 - year - old, but Louis van Gaal may secretly be one step ahead of his rivals in the transfer chase.