Shree Desai

Shree Desai

Sports Journalist · 214 articles

Shree Desai is a football writer covering the European game, currently contributing to Read ManCity, City Xtra and Sports Talk United. He has also worked with outlets including Athlon Sports, World Soccer Talk, Rant Sports, The Leeds Press, Anfield Central, Gooner Daily and FanSided in both writing and editorial roles. His work focuses on Manchester City, alongside broader coverage of the English game.

Pep Guardiola responds to Man City future question after FA Cup win
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Pep Guardiola responds to Man City future question after FA Cup win

Manchester City’s latest Wembley triumph gave Pep Guardiola another major moment, but one post-match exchange quickly became part of the wider conversation around his future. Man City beat Chelsea 1-0 on Saturday afternoon to lift the FA Cup, with Antoine Semenyo scoring the decisive goal in the second half. The result secured another trophy for […]

Man City player ratings vs Crystal Palace: Phil Foden and Savinho impress
Opinion

Man City player ratings vs Crystal Palace: Phil Foden and Savinho impress

We’ve rated every Manchester City player from the crucial Premier League clash at the Etihad Stadium, where Pep Guardiola’s much-changed side beat Crystal Palace 3-0 to keep the pressure on Arsenal in the title race. Manchester City player ratings vs Crystal Palace Gianluigi Donnarumma – 6.5 Not overworked for most of the game, facing only […]

Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink says Man City are ‘not the same’ without Rodri
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Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink says Man City are ‘not the same’ without Rodri

Manchester City’s Premier League title push has been handed another major Rodri talking point ahead of their clash with Crystal Palace. Rodri has not played since City’s 2-1 win over Arsenal last month. The Spaniard was unlucky to have picked up a muscle injury against the Gunners. Pep Guardiola then said before the Crystal Palace […]

Date and kick off time announced for Chelsea vs Man City U18s national final
Academy

Date and kick off time announced for Chelsea vs Man City U18s national final

Manchester City’s academy season has been given another major fixture after the club confirmed the details for their Under-18 Premier League National Final. The young Sky Blues won the U18 Premier League North title for the second successive season. Likewise, they finished with 60 points from 26 matches. The U18s were announced champions with a […]

Nico O’Reilly reflects on ‘bad feeling’ losing to Crystal Palace in FA Cup final
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Nico O’Reilly reflects on ‘bad feeling’ losing to Crystal Palace in FA Cup final

Nico O’Reilly has already enjoyed one major Wembley moment this season, but the Manchester City youngster now has the chance to make it two. The 21-year-old has had a breakthrough campaign under Pep Guardiola, earning regular senior opportunities and playing an important role in City’s cup runs. O’Reilly scored twice as City won the Carabao […]

Exclusive: Richard Dunne says Man City takeover became ‘mad circus’ overnight
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Exclusive: Richard Dunne says Man City takeover became ‘mad circus’ overnight

Richard Dunne has opened up on the moment Manchester City’s future changed, as the club’s 2008 takeover immediately transformed expectations around the Etihad. Man City’s modern era is often discussed through the trophies that followed under Roberto Mancini, Manuel Pellegrini and Pep Guardiola. However, before the Premier League titles and Champions League glory, there was […]

Pep Guardiola ‘not right person’ for Arsenal VAR verdict after West Ham row
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Pep Guardiola ‘not right person’ for Arsenal VAR verdict after West Ham row

Pep Guardiola has refused to be dragged into the latest Arsenal VAR storm, after West Ham saw a stoppage-time equaliser ruled out in controversial fashion. Man City are still relying on Arsenal to slip up if they are to keep their Premier League title hopes alive. Likewise, the London derby on Sunday was a significant […]

Pep Guardiola tells Phil Foden not to lose ‘turn and go’ edge
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Pep Guardiola tells Phil Foden not to lose ‘turn and go’ edge

Phil Foden’s difficult run has not changed Pep Guardiola’s belief in him, but the Manchester City boss knows exactly what he wants to see again. The England international has struggled for rhythm during the second half of the season after a stronger spell before Christmas. However, Guardiola saw positive signs from Foden’s late cameo against […]