Man City

Haaland and Silva help Manchester City recover from two goals down to draw 3-3.

The champions trailed 3-1 at St James' Park on Sunday afternoon before scrapping their way to a 3-3 draw in a thrilling encounter with Eddie Howe's men.

They're giving everything, and that's all I can ask of the group we have.' 'That's what we have to do, we need to live these kind of situations. That's why the Premier League is so difficult. 'When you take these type of players with this quality, it can happen. [Pep Guardiola](/sport/pep_guardiola/index.html) welcomed the adversity [Manchester City](/sport/teampages/manchester-city.html) had to fight their way through at Newcastle as they attempt to defend their Premier League crown. 'We need to live this!': Pep Guardiola welcomes the adversity his Man City team faced as they fought back from 3-1 down to draw in Newcastle thriller as Premier League champions drop their first points of the new season

Erling Haaland's injury problems at Borussia Dortmund were well documented, but Manchester City have a plan in place that will help to keep him fit and ...

Riyad [Mahrez] is by far one of my favourite players - especially on the biggest stages - and today he didn’t play. “One of my favourite players is Bernardo [Silva] and he did not play until today. “Now he has one game a week. The physios and doctors did an incredible job since he arrived to avoid injuries. Last season he didn’t play 90 minutes because he was injured. [a thrilling 3-3 draw at St James’ Park](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/haaland-bernardo-silva-drive-man-city-incredible-comeback/bltdaa54e2a898e2d58), but Guardiola admitted afterwards that he will not be asked to lead the line on multiple fronts.

Man City came from two goals down in the second half to draw 3-3 at Newcastle in an enthralling Premier League contest at St James' Park.

Both teams went in search of a winner, but neither side were able to find one. [Saint-Maximin](https://www.besoccer.com/player/a-saint-maximin-190153/) was a thorn in Man City's side all half with his runs and he squared a ball for Miguel Almiron who somehow failed to keep his shot down. De Bruyne once again showed his incredible vision to play a precise pass to However, Newcastle went in leading at half-time as Wilson scored after being given the ball by Saint-Maximin in the box and then beating Ederson with a lovely finish. However, that setback ended up sparking Man City into action. The linesman erroneously flagged for offside and the VAR corrected it to give the home side their equaliser. De Bruyne forced a fine stop out of Pope from a free-kick while Ederson prevented Saint-Maximin from equalising for the hosts. [Gundogan](https://www.besoccer.com/news/player/ilkay-gundogan-44874) put Man City ahead. De Bruyne nearly made it two after 10 minutes when he was one on one with the keeper, but Pope denied him. De Bruyne picked him out with a lovely pass and he headed past Nick Pope to silence St James' Park. Gundogan had given Man City a fifth minute lead, but Miguel Almiron and Callum Wilson scored to give Newcastle a 2-1 advantage at the interval. The match was end to end, played at breakneck speed and a draw was the right outcome.

The Spaniard has managed some of the best players ever, from Lionel Messi to Robert Lewandowski, and is currently trying to ensure his new signing Erling ...

"I don't care about the skills, really. I love to work with this type of person. Pep Guardiola has revealed the one key question he asks before approving transfers at Manchester City.

Erling Haaland's injury problems at Borussia Dortmund were well documented, but Manchester City have a plan in place that will help to keep him fit and ...

Riyad [Mahrez] is by far one of my favourite players - especially on the biggest stages - and today he didn’t play. “One of my favourite players is Bernardo [Silva] and he did not play until today. “Now he has one game a week. The physios and doctors did an incredible job since he arrived to avoid injuries. Last season he didn’t play 90 minutes because he was injured. [a thrilling 3-3 draw at St James’ Park](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/haaland-bernardo-silva-drive-man-city-incredible-comeback/bltdaa54e2a898e2d58), but Guardiola admitted afterwards that he will not be asked to lead the line on multiple fronts.

Manchester City put on a defensive horror show against Newcastle after Nathan Ake left the field.

The shaky defensive display will have concerned Guardiola greatly, but thankfully for City they don't face teams as aggressive and pumped up by a vociferous home crowd as Newcastle every week. Another all-at-sea moment at the back resulted in Keiran Trippier’s superb free-kick, and truthfully a 3-1 lead was the least Newcastle deserved. City did get their act together and soon drew level through quickfire goals from Erling Haaland and Bernardo Silva, and in the end there were positives to take. This season though he has started all three of City’s league games as well as the Community Shield, and was arguably better than any of his counterparts. City left the north-east with a point on Sunday after a thrilling 3-3 draw. Then came the turning point, and in truth it wasn’t an expected or predictable one.

Manchester City fans were divided over whether Phil Foden should have passed to Erling Haaland against Newcastle.

Another element is that it does not feel like there has been a significant contribution from any winger at this early stage of the season. There has been enough evidence already so far this season to at least consider the question. Maybe, but what felt like a specific plan to counter West Ham on the opening day by moving full-backs inside and playing basically within the width of the penalty areas has been seen subsequently. Competition for places is fierce in the City side and players have to justify their position in every week. [Foden](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/all-about/phil-foden) had shown a forward's greed against Bournemouth in choosing not to roll the ball sideways for the No.9 to score an easy goal, against Newcastle it was far less clear: the 22-year-old was running at full tilt and his sight to [Haaland](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/all-about/erling-haaland) was blocked by the Newcastle defender that was trying to stop him getting there first. with some convinced [Pep Guardiola](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/all-about/pep-guardiola) was fuming at him as a result just as others thought he was [hooked at half-time last week](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/all-about/manchester-city-fc) because of it.

Matchday Live guests Steve Howey and Trevor Sinclair believe Erling Haaland's work off the ball could be just as important as his work on it after watching ...

“His mentality is fantastic and provided he can steer clear of injury, I think he’s going to score an unbelievable number of goals for City.” “I love his mentality because as well as his undoubted physicality, when he scores his goals, you can see him waving his arms and making little gestures to anyone who is doubting him. “I’ve had little discussions with Alfie, his dad, and I just knew he would fly in this league because he’s got the physique and power plus, he is direct, aggressive and he’s almost a throwback to the traditional number nine of yesteryear combined with the modern striker because he has the attributes of both.

Erling Haaland does not always play as an out-and-out striker for City.

Julian Alvarez will come into the team, a player even more suited to playing a false nine role if the match circumstances dictate. Sergio Aguero's injury struggles in 2020/21 forced Guardiola to set his side up without a recognised striker, and that was the case again last season after City failed in their attempts to sign Harry Kane. He had the goal, he had another one or two chances.

It's critical Xavi gets it right for Barcelona on the pitch, and let's just say he did it this weekend. PLUS: talking points galore around Europe.

But it looks like Napoli have managed to reload on the fly between Kvaratskhelia, Gio Simeone and [Giacomo Raspadori](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/271679/Giacomo-Raspadori) up front and Leo Ostigaard and Min-Jae Kim at the back, while also cutting the wage bill and bringing in some much needed transfer funds. [Sadio Mane](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/169797/Sadio-Mané) who is, you know, pretty good. From Atletico's point of view, there were some disappointing individual performances (Joao Felix, [Marcos Llorente](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/206474/Marcos-Llorente) and [Nahuel Molina](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/164826/Nahuel-Molina), with his silly red card, above all) and the result obviously stings (Villarreal are a direct opponent in the race for top four), but there were also encouraging signs that the back three can hold up. [Erling Haaland](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/253989/Erling-Haaland) hit the post and forced a tremendous one-on-one save from the excellent [Nick Pope](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/161715/Nick-Pope) before he scored to make it 2-1. [Monza](/soccer/team?id=4007), and you expect Neapolitan schoolchildren to learn both the pronunciation and the spelling of his name. Martin Odegaard, who scored twice, has found his feet and [Oleksandr Zinchenko](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/217482/Oleksandr-Zinchenko), playing fullback the Pep Guardiola way -- coming inside and playmaking -- offers a different dimension entirely. And if Leeds' forwards weren't running north-south at every occasion, [Kalidou Koulibaly](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/150312/Kalidou-Koulibaly) likely wouldn't have gotten two yellow cards for pulling back opponents. Stones didn't have a great game and [Ruben Dias](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/234878/Rúben-Dias) has been inconsistent in recent weeks. [Manchester City](/soccer/team?id=382) were 3-1 down against [Newcastle United](/soccer/team?id=361) at a rocking St James' Park, and it could have been worse, if the referee had given a penalty or [John Stones](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/157974/John-Stones)' collision with [Fabian Schar](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/179233/Fabian-Schär). And yes, [Kyle Walker](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/129358/Kyle-Walker) had a torrid afternoon against [Allan Saint-Maximin](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/193281/Allan-Saint-Maximin), but the good news is he only plays him twice a year. [Ferran Torres](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/265869/Ferran-Torres) started in his place) and especially Ansu Fati, effectively moving to a 3-3-4 formation. At this stage, you assume he's going nowhere because with Nico having joined [Valencia](/soccer/team?id=94) on loan, there's nobody else to provide an alternative to Busquets (and no, [Franck Kessie](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/194711/Franck-Kessié) would have to reinvent himself to play that role.)

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola allowed England international Raheem Sterling to join Premier League rivals Chelsea earlier this summer in a ...

Manchester City defender Kyle Walker surprisingly lost out in a race versus Newcastle's Joe Willock.

Micah Richards insists new Chelsea forward Raheem Sterling was wrong to talk of 'broken promises' at Manchester City, stating that no player is promised ...

Guardiola has defended Manchester City's transfer business this summer after the winger's comments.

England Women all-time record goalscorer Ellen White announced her retirement from football on Monday at 33 years old. She bows out of the game on a high, ...

Thank you to all the clubs that have given me the opportunity to be a part of your football club." "You don't have to be the best at something to make your dreams come true, just look at me. Now I am retiring having made 113 caps with 52 goals for England and a European Champion. "My dreams came true on the 31st July, winning The Euros and becoming a European Champion. And this is my time to say goodbye to football and watch the next generation shine. "This decision has always been one I have wanted to make on my terms.

The latest news and evening headlines from the Etihad Stadium after a thrilling draw with Newcastle.

[Premier League](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/all-about/premier-league) football - but there was a moment in the second period when things threatened to get ugly. [Read the full story here >>>](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/man-city-injury-news-ake-24816796) Ruben Dias replaced him, but he and John Stones looked shaky and should have done better with Newcastle's opening two goals. Ilkay Gundogan fired City into an early lead and for some time it looked like the floodgates could open. [Read the full story here >>>](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/man-city-pep-guardiola-trippier-24819339) However, he did admit that in real time that he thought Kieran Trippier deserved a red card for his foul on Kevin De Bruyne.