Ruben Dias could fix Man City's defensive woes despite being young for a central defender
Ruben Dias is only 23 and playing the toughest position in soccer, but he has already shown that he has the skills to handle the Premier League.
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2-1-1, 11th in English Premier League
Guardiola: No mental block going into Champions league (1:06)
Guardiola on City's UCL woes: Blame me
Manchester City's Pep Guardiola says he is to blame for his side's Champions League struggles last season ahead of Wednesday's first game vs. Porto.
Liverpool, Man United failed in 'Project Big Picture,' but English football's problems won't go away
While the power grab and plan to overhaul English football hit a wall, Liverpool and Man United deftly raised some pressing questions and issues.
Man City beat Arsenal as normal service resumes
The early weeks of the season saw many surprise results, but when Man City host Arsenal, there is only one winner.
Man City showed 'better balance' vs. Arsenal (1:18)
Man City need 8/10 Ederson and 7/10 Sterling to see off Arsenal
Raheem Sterling was the matchwinner with the only goal against Arsenal, but City had goalkeeper Ederson to thank for the win also.
Sterling winner edges Man City past Arsenal
Raheem Sterling scored the only goal of the game as Manchester City earned a 1-0 win over Arsenal at the Etihad on Saturday.
Guardiola: Let's clarify who is the master and who's the apprentice (1:07)
Arsenal need 'Aubameyang's miracles' vs. Manchester City (0:53)
Arsenal hopeful of Tierney availability for City
Arsenal are hopeful Kieran Tierney will be available to face Manchester City on Saturday despite coronavirus rules forcing him to self-isolate.
Robinho signs for Santos on $271 monthly wage
Former Manchester City star Robinho has returned to his boyhood club Santos and will earn a salary which is just above Brazil's minimum wage.
Sources: Utd, Liverpool back huge Prem overhaul
Manchester United and Liverpool are backing a radical plan led by the EFL to overhaul English football, sources have confirmed to ESPN.
LIVE Transfer Talk: Messi to Manchester City back on next summer
Lionel Messi almost forced an exit from Barca in the most recent window and Man City will be trying again next summer. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Man United, Man City, Bayern and Liverpool all look vulnerable. What's wrong with the giants?
The early weeks of the 2020-21 European season have produced some wild results and revealed some cracks in top teams. We diagnose what's broken.
LIVE Transfer Talk: Man City's Garcia to force Barca move in January
Man City failed to reach an agreement with Barcelona over the sale of Eric Garcia, but he could move in January. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Leboeuf: Benjamin Mendy doesn't know how to defend (1:11)
Ederson's mistake cost Man City a goal, but their striker-less setup cost them the points
Man City are without the injured Sergio Aguero and Gabriel Jesus, and their lack of a No. 9 proved decisive as they fell to a 1-1 draw at Leeds.
Man City held at Leeds after Ederson error
Manchester City were held to a 1-1 draw against Leeds United in an enthralling match at Elland Road on Saturday.
LIVE Transfer Talk: Barcelona to return in January to bring Garcia back from Man City
Barcelona have been keen to sign Eric Garcia all summer, but the cash-strapped club may have to wait until January. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Barca 'need a centre-back and a No. 9' - Koeman
Barcelona boss Ronald Koeman has confirmed the club are interested in signing Manchester City defender Eric Garcia this summer.
Laurens: Leeds vs. Man City will be a spectacle (1:13)
Garcia future uncertain amid Barca interest - Pep
Pep Guardiola has suggested defender Eric Garcia could still leave Manchester City for Barcelona before the transfer deadline.
Having Bielsa in the Premier League is a gift, says Guardiola
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is among the most successful of all time, but when it comes to his knowledge of the game, he says he falls a long
2020-21 Prem Ladder
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Everton | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | +7 | 13 |
| Aston Villa | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | +10 | 12 |
| Liverpool | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 10 |
| Leicester City | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | +4 | 9 |
| Arsenal | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | +2 | 9 |
| Wolverhampton Wanderers | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 9 |
| Tottenham Hotspur | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | +7 | 8 |
| Chelsea | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | +4 | 8 |
| West Ham United | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | +4 | 7 |
| Leeds United | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 7 |
| Manchester City | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 7 |
| Southampton | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 7 |
| Newcastle United | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | -2 | 7 |
| Crystal Palace | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | -2 | 7 |
| Manchester United | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | -3 | 6 |
| Brighton & Hove Albion | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | -2 | 4 |
| West Bromwich Albion | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | -8 | 2 |
| Burnley | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | -5 | 1 |
| Sheffield United | 5 | 0 | 1 | 4 | -5 | 1 |
| Fulham | 5 | 0 | 1 | 4 | -8 | 1 |
2020-21 Team LeadersEnglish Premier League
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsEnglish Premier League
Goal Difference0Tied-8th
Goals Scored7Tied-13th
Assists4Tied-13th
Goals Conceded7Tied-3rd