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Manchester City podcast from the Manchester Evening News, featuring Simon Bajkowski, Joe Bray and Tyrone Marshall.

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United Kingdom

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Manchester City podcast from the Manchester Evening News, featuring Simon Bajkowski, Joe Bray and Tyrone Marshall.

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English


Episodes
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Pep HAMMERS Carsley | Grealish injury confusion | New Guardiola contract soon?

11/8/2024
Joe Bray and Alex James discuss Manchester City’s three defeats on the spin and ask where Pep Guardiola goes from here to turn the form around? Joe reveals how Guardiola’s moody press conference will affect the City camp ahead of the trip to Brighton, and we discuss the manager’s not-so-subtle criticism of England boss Lee Carsley over his decision to include Jack Grealish in his latest squad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:36:12

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Rodri is our Ballon d’Or WINNER | Title race twist | Two youngsters to face Spurs?

10/28/2024
Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski discuss Manchester City’s strange win over Southampton, and whether we are judging the Blues by different standards even though they are unbeaten and top of the Premier League. We look at how Arsenal’s draw with Liverpool affects the title race, and then look ahead to Monday’s Ballon d’Or ceremony which could see Rodri become the first City player to win the prestigious award. But does it matter? Finally, they discuss which academy players could take on Tottenham in the Carabao Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:53:15

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Haaland triple captain? | Injury CRISIS worsens | Nunes silences doubters

10/25/2024
Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski discuss Manchester City’s win over Sparta Prague and dissect Erling Haaland’s frankly unbelievable goal - and ask has anyone ever scored a goal like it before? They talk about the performances of Phil Foden and Matheus Nunes and how important they will be amid an injury crisis that is only getting worse. And before looking ahead to the clash with Southampton, Simon gives us the lowdown on his new book ’The Blueprint’ which charts the rise of City and the hidden secrets behind the success at the Etihad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:49:32

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City’s SECRET attacking weapon | Defensive concern | VAR nonsense

10/21/2024
Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski discuss Manchester City’s late win at Wolves and whether John Stones’ injury time goal should have stood. They look at Josko Gvardiol’s brilliant attacking returns after another fine strike, but question if questions should be asked over the defence with the wait for a clean sheet going on. With Arsenal dropping points, they talk about the impact of the result on the title race, and look at which players need to use the fixtures with Sparta Prague and Southampton to play their way back into form. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:54:38

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Txiki out, what next for City? | Pep for England? | Grealish smiling again

10/16/2024
Alex James and Simon Bajkowski discuss a busy period for City despite the lack of matches. After last week’s arbitration battle over APTS, this time it’s transfers as City’s longstanding sporting director will leave at the end of the summer with successor Hugo Viana already announced. There’s the latest on how that will work, as well as talk of Guardiola’s future with England hoping to tempt the City boss away. Finally, there’s a bit of chat from the internationals with a productive fortnight for Jack Grealish and a mixed effort for Erling Haaland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:37:26

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Talking City | City land blow on Premier League | Fulham win dissected

10/8/2024
Tyrone Marshall and Joe Bray look at City’s landmark win against the Premier League over Associated Party Transactions and assess what it means going forward. There is also time to cast an eye over the win against Fulham. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:45:00

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Newcastle preview, Rodri injury impact and Carabao Cup fallout | Talking City Podcast

9/27/2024
The Talking City team are back to digest what's been another busy week for Manchester City. Topics covered in this show include the impact Rodri's injury will have on Man City going forward; the Carabao Cup win over Watford; and the upcoming Premier League fixture against Newcastle United. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:32:00

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Bernardo’s BRUTAL Arsenal rant | Arteta rattled by Blues | Four kids could face Watford

9/23/2024
Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski discuss City’s crazy draw with Arsenal and dissect the game’s talking points - from refereeing decisions to red cards, poor defending and last minute equalisers. They discuss why Mikel Arteta was so flustered at full-time, and ask why the rivalry between City and Arsenal has become so personal - especially after Bernardo Silva took things to a new level. Finally, they pick a team to face Watford with four academy players potentially coming in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:02:15

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De Bruyne injury BLOW | How Inter frustrated City | Dias sends Arsenal warning

9/20/2024
Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski discuss City’s Champions League draw with Inter Milan and ask whether it was a point gained or two points dropped. With Inter looking so good against City, they look at how they managed to stop the Blues playing, and why some players look so tired all of a sudden. Next up is Arsenal, so attention turns to what we can expect from the Gunners - especially after their puzzling tactics last season. And there’s a word of advice for Peter Schmeichel, who went viral for criticising City fans this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:55:13

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Why Pep was STUNNED by Brentford | Foden fitness latest | Inter Milan team

9/16/2024
Joe Bray and Alex James discuss City’s hard-fought win over Brentford and look at why Pep Guardiola was so impressed with how the Bees played. They discuss Erling Haaland’s quest to make City history, and offer the latest City injury news on Phil Foden and Rodri ahead of two huge games this week vs Inter Milan and Arsenal. And it wouldn’t be a Talking City podcast without some talk of the Premier League charges, with the club’s ‘Trial of the Century’ beginning this week’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:41:54

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Truth over MAJOR City charges update | De Bruyne’s hint over future | Ake injury blow

9/13/2024
Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski are back to bemoan the coverage around Manchester City’s Premier League charges amid news that their trial will begin next week - and they explain why nothing has really changed. With the international break over, they talk about Kevin De Bruyne’s angry rant, Nathan Ake’s injury and Erling Haaland’s availability vs Brentford. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:49:21

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ABSURD fixture farce | City make change in parking row | Big City Survey

9/6/2024
Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski are back to discuss City’s controversial fixture farce that will see them play twice in three days this month thanks to a baffling UEFA decision. They reveal how City fans have been successful in their battle with the club to reverse parking charges for disabled fans - and then we’re asking YOU to have your say on all things City with our big City survey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:32:28

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De Bruyne’s BIG contract update | Haaland’s world class start | Lewis for England

9/2/2024
Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski discuss City’s win at West Ham with another Erling Haaland and debate when he will reach 100 goals for the club. With Kevin De Bruyne issuing an update on his future, they delve into his brilliant start to the season, and wonder how interim England boss will use Rico Lewis during the international break. Also in the podcast, we cover the Champions League fixture list and ask why Erik Ten Hag keeps talking about City to defend his Manchester United record. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:47:02

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Why City didn’t sign striker | Rating the transfer window | Pep’s Haaland challenge

8/30/2024
Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski discuss City’s transfer dealings as the window closes on deadline day. They explain why City decided not to sign a replacement for Julian Alvarez and ask whether they needed another midfielder to support Rodri. Following the Champions League draw, we look at whether the new format will actually improve the competition like UEFA say, before exploring Pep Guardiola’s latest challenge to Erling Haaland after another hat-trick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:37:19

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Gundogan dream return | Is it a transfer no-brainer | Ipswich preview

8/21/2024
Simon Bajkowski and Tyrone Marshall discuss City’s shock move for Ilkay Gundogan, the benefits of a return for the midfielder and why it might make sense for all parties. They also preview Ipswich, discuss striker options and make an offer to Rodri he might not be able to refuse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:45:22

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Haaland is back | Savinho debut and injury worry | City plan pays off

8/19/2024
Part One - Bobb injury blow Bobb injury How can they replace him Do they need any new signings? Phillips to Ipswich reaction Part two Chelsea preview Does Rodri start? Who plays at right back? Savinho debut? Part three Season predictions - winner, top four, relegated, champions league, top scorer, surprise package Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:52:02

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Bobb replacement found | Transfer plan revealed | Who will stop City winning the double

8/16/2024
Joe Bray and Tyrone Marshall discuss City’s Premier League opener at Chelsea, and react to Oscar Bobb’s long-term injury on the eve of the new season. Will City return to the transfer market to cover his injury? And do they need any more signings before the deadline? The guys also make their season predictions and debate if anyone can stop City winning the double in May. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:50:58

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New duo shine vs United | Alvarez snubs Pep? | HUGE 115 charges update

8/13/2024
Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski discuss City’s Community Shield win over United and how new signing Savinho impressed, before talking about an update on the club’s Premier League charges and why Julian Alvarez left the Etihad in a record deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:52:06

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City v Utd | Community Shield Special!

8/9/2024
Simon Bajkowski is joined by United journalist Steven Railston as they preview this weekend's Community Shield between City and United! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:01:09

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CITY FINED BY PREMIER LEAGUE! | Alvarez Unhappy? | Transfer Latest

8/2/2024
Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski discuss City’s fine from the Premier League, whether Alvarez could leave and the latest on the pre-season tour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:46:18