Media discussion - 2024/25

[mexico1970]

How do they get away with this shit

More than that, why do City invite these cunts to the stadium and feed and water them. It starts with making life difficult for them at the very least.

 

[discopop]

Seems we’ve upset quite a few last night, it’s an absolute wake with the two fat Jocks on TS this morning.

 

[blue b4 the moon]

Thought I was at a big game last night.... BBC NW zero coverage, suppose it's no surprise.

 

[jaiguruKun]

Anybody wishing to increase their blood pressure should read Jamie rag Jackson's match report - Utterly nauseating Rashford fan boy shit and littered hroughout with snide remarks and bile aimed at City. Sadly comments were closed otherwise I'd have posted a response. Anyone who sends me evidence of throwing a pint at him in the press box I'll replace it with 5 more, on me.

Honestly, I was writing better match reports when I was 16. It reads like AI has written most of it...and obviously he had to put a Raggy slant on it.

Ragford was unplayable?!! He was shite for the whole second half as was the whole Villa team.

 

[blue b4 the moon]

Seems we’ve upset quite a few last night, it’s an absolute wake with the two fat Jocks on TS this morning.

There are times I'd like to listen to talkragshite for a few minutes but then I remember why I don't.

 

[waspish]

Honestly, I was writing better match reports when I was 16. It reads like AI has written most of it...and obviously he had to put a Raggy slant on it.

Ragford was unplayable?!! He was shite for the whole second half as was the whole Villa team.

Just went on Ai and asked it to write a match report of the game last night and it far superior fair than any trash the media write in the country! If you running a paper sack the lot and have one person asking a AI..

**Match Report: Manchester City 2-1 Aston Villa, Premier League, April 22, 2025**

In a pulsating Premier League clash at the Etihad Stadium, Manchester City secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Aston Villa, bolstering their chances of Champions League qualification. A last-gasp goal from Matheus Nunes in the 94th minute sent the home fans into raptures and highlighted the fine margins in the race for Europe’s elite competition.

**First Half: Early Sparks and Controversy**

The match ignited early when Bernardo Silva put Manchester City ahead in the 7th minute. The Portuguese midfielder latched onto a precise pass, slotting the ball past Aston Villa’s Emiliano Martinez to give the hosts a deserved lead. City’s attacking intent was clear, with Omar Marmoush and Kevin De Bruyne dictating play, while Villa struggled to find their rhythm.

However, the visitors clawed their way back in the 18th minute after a controversial penalty decision. A challenge in the box prompted referee Craig Pawson to point to the spot, a call that City’s players and manager Pep Guardiola contested, arguing it was a 50/50 incident where VAR should not have intervened. Marcus Rashford, on loan and playing against his parent club’s rivals, calmly converted the penalty to level the score at 1-1. The goal injected confidence into Unai Emery’s side, who began to exploit spaces behind City’s high line, with Ollie Watkins testing Stefan Ortega.

Despite City’s 61.6% possession and relentless pressing, Villa’s resolute defending ensured the teams went into halftime level. The hosts created chances, but Martinez’s sharp saves and poor finishing kept the scoreline tight.

**Second Half: City Push, Villa Resist**

The second half saw Manchester City dominate proceedings, pinning Villa back with sustained pressure. De Bruyne, covering every blade of grass, was instrumental, swinging in dangerous corners and linking play. A flurry of set-pieces around the 55th-minute mark saw Rúben Dias go close with a volley, deflected wide, as City racked up six corners in the second half alone. Villa, meanwhile, struggled to get going after the restart, with Emery’s side unable to replicate their first-half counter-attacking threat.

Guardiola’s men, despite missing key players like Erling Haaland, Rodri, and Ederson, showcased their depth. Youngster Nico O’Reilly, deployed at left-back, and James McAtee impressed, while Jérémy Doku’s pace troubled Villa’s backline. Villa’s defense, led by Pau Torres and Ezri Konsa, held firm, blocking shots and thwarting City’s advances. Substitute Morgan Rogers nearly snatched a lead for Villa, but Ortega stood tall.

As the clock ticked into stoppage time, a draw seemed inevitable. Both sides had fought fiercely, with Villa’s five-game winning streak and City’s unbeaten run in their last six matches across all competitions underscoring the stakes. The Etihad faithful urged their team forward, sensing a pivotal moment in their season.

**The Decisive Moment**

In the 94th minute, the game’s defining moment arrived. Doku, introduced as a substitute, surged down the right and delivered a pinpoint cross. Matheus Nunes, timing his run perfectly, met the ball with a clinical finish, sparking wild celebrations. The goal, Nunes’ first in the Premier League for City, lifted the hosts to third in the table with 61 points, while Villa remained seventh on 57.

**Post-Match Reaction**

Pep Guardiola, visibly emotional, praised his team’s resilience. “We are not used to winning last-minute… I am really happy,” he told Sky Sports, highlighting the “fantastic” performance and Doku’s “brilliant” assist. He acknowledged Villa’s quality, calling them “one of the best teams in Europe.” City’s Stefan Ortega echoed the sentiment, emphasizing the importance of the three points in a “tight” race for Champions League spots.

Unai Emery, while crestfallen, remained defiant. “We competed well… they scored and we didn’t,” he said, urging his team to take positives into their FA Cup semi-final. Villa’s Youri Tielemans called the loss “frustrating,” lamenting the late concession but vowing to refocus.

**Key Stats and Context**

- **City’s Home Dominance**: Manchester City extended their run of 15 consecutive home wins against Aston Villa in all competitions, scoring at least twice in 13 of those matches.
- **Villa’s Away Form**: Villa’s three-game streak of clean sheets on the road ended, but their recent form (nine wins in ten across all competitions) underlines their credentials.
- **Marmoush’s Threat**: City’s Omar Marmoush, with six goals in six home Premier League games, was a constant menace, though he couldn’t add to his tally.
- **Watkins’ Impact**: Villa’s Ollie Watkins, with 34 goals and 14 assists in 88 away Premier League games, was kept quiet but remains a key figure.

**Looking Ahead**

The victory gives Manchester City a slight edge in the crowded race for the top five, with four games remaining. Their favorable run-in, compared to rivals like Chelsea and Newcastle, keeps them in pole position for a Champions League berth. Aston Villa, despite the setback, remain in contention and will shift focus to their FA Cup semi-final.

This breathless encounter, defined by Nunes’ late heroics, was a testament to the Premier League’s intensity. For City, it was a massive step toward Europe’s elite; for Villa, a reminder of the fine margins at the top.

 

[eboblue]

From the Metro:
The game appeared on course to finish as a draw but Doku, who was introduced as a second-half substitute, burst past Axel Disasi on City’s left flank before bending a cross with the outside of his foot across Villa’s box for Cunha to finish from a narrow angle at the back post........ when did we sign Cunha??!

 

[Gundoggin]

Anybody wishing to increase their blood pressure should read Jamie rag Jackson's match report - Utterly nauseating Rashford fan boy shit and littered hroughout with snide remarks and bile aimed at City. Sadly comments were closed otherwise I'd have posted a response. Anyone who sends me evidence of throwing a pint at him in the press box I'll replace it with 5 more, on me.

Jackson is one of the many reasons why the rags are utterly shit and going backwards at an alarming rate . A large percentage of the rag fan base believe his shit , it’s like a MAGA cult that will eventually explode.

 

[Radcliffe 1309]

From the Metro:
The game appeared on course to finish as a draw but Doku, who was introduced as a second-half substitute, burst past Axel Disasi on City’s left flank before bending a cross with the outside of his foot across Villa’s box for Cunha to finish from a narrow angle at the back post........ when did we sign Cunha??!

Hahaha ffs it's laughable isn't it

 

[deano ou812]

Hahaha ffs it's laughable isn't it

It’s deliberate,only other thing they didn’t do was replace City with utd in the piece.

 

[David Kloppesh]

Just went on Ai and asked it to write a match report of the game last night and it far superior fair than any trash the media write in the country! If you running a paper sack the lot and have one person asking a AI..

**Match Report: Manchester City 2-1 Aston Villa, Premier League, April 22, 2025**

In a pulsating Premier League clash at the Etihad Stadium, Manchester City secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Aston Villa, bolstering their chances of Champions League qualification. A last-gasp goal from Matheus Nunes in the 94th minute sent the home fans into raptures and highlighted the fine margins in the race for Europe’s elite competition.

**First Half: Early Sparks and Controversy**

The match ignited early when Bernardo Silva put Manchester City ahead in the 7th minute. The Portuguese midfielder latched onto a precise pass, slotting the ball past Aston Villa’s Emiliano Martinez to give the hosts a deserved lead. City’s attacking intent was clear, with Omar Marmoush and Kevin De Bruyne dictating play, while Villa struggled to find their rhythm.

However, the visitors clawed their way back in the 18th minute after a controversial penalty decision. A challenge in the box prompted referee Craig Pawson to point to the spot, a call that City’s players and manager Pep Guardiola contested, arguing it was a 50/50 incident where VAR should not have intervened. Marcus Rashford, on loan and playing against his parent club’s rivals, calmly converted the penalty to level the score at 1-1. The goal injected confidence into Unai Emery’s side, who began to exploit spaces behind City’s high line, with Ollie Watkins testing Stefan Ortega.

Despite City’s 61.6% possession and relentless pressing, Villa’s resolute defending ensured the teams went into halftime level. The hosts created chances, but Martinez’s sharp saves and poor finishing kept the scoreline tight.

**Second Half: City Push, Villa Resist**

The second half saw Manchester City dominate proceedings, pinning Villa back with sustained pressure. De Bruyne, covering every blade of grass, was instrumental, swinging in dangerous corners and linking play. A flurry of set-pieces around the 55th-minute mark saw Rúben Dias go close with a volley, deflected wide, as City racked up six corners in the second half alone. Villa, meanwhile, struggled to get going after the restart, with Emery’s side unable to replicate their first-half counter-attacking threat.

Guardiola’s men, despite missing key players like Erling Haaland, Rodri, and Ederson, showcased their depth. Youngster Nico O’Reilly, deployed at left-back, and James McAtee impressed, while Jérémy Doku’s pace troubled Villa’s backline. Villa’s defense, led by Pau Torres and Ezri Konsa, held firm, blocking shots and thwarting City’s advances. Substitute Morgan Rogers nearly snatched a lead for Villa, but Ortega stood tall.

As the clock ticked into stoppage time, a draw seemed inevitable. Both sides had fought fiercely, with Villa’s five-game winning streak and City’s unbeaten run in their last six matches across all competitions underscoring the stakes. The Etihad faithful urged their team forward, sensing a pivotal moment in their season.

**The Decisive Moment**

In the 94th minute, the game’s defining moment arrived. Doku, introduced as a substitute, surged down the right and delivered a pinpoint cross. Matheus Nunes, timing his run perfectly, met the ball with a clinical finish, sparking wild celebrations. The goal, Nunes’ first in the Premier League for City, lifted the hosts to third in the table with 61 points, while Villa remained seventh on 57.

**Post-Match Reaction**

Pep Guardiola, visibly emotional, praised his team’s resilience. “We are not used to winning last-minute… I am really happy,” he told Sky Sports, highlighting the “fantastic” performance and Doku’s “brilliant” assist. He acknowledged Villa’s quality, calling them “one of the best teams in Europe.” City’s Stefan Ortega echoed the sentiment, emphasizing the importance of the three points in a “tight” race for Champions League spots.

Unai Emery, while crestfallen, remained defiant. “We competed well… they scored and we didn’t,” he said, urging his team to take positives into their FA Cup semi-final. Villa’s Youri Tielemans called the loss “frustrating,” lamenting the late concession but vowing to refocus.

**Key Stats and Context**

- **City’s Home Dominance**: Manchester City extended their run of 15 consecutive home wins against Aston Villa in all competitions, scoring at least twice in 13 of those matches.
- **Villa’s Away Form**: Villa’s three-game streak of clean sheets on the road ended, but their recent form (nine wins in ten across all competitions) underlines their credentials.
- **Marmoush’s Threat**: City’s Omar Marmoush, with six goals in six home Premier League games, was a constant menace, though he couldn’t add to his tally.
- **Watkins’ Impact**: Villa’s Ollie Watkins, with 34 goals and 14 assists in 88 away Premier League games, was kept quiet but remains a key figure.

**Looking Ahead**

The victory gives Manchester City a slight edge in the crowded race for the top five, with four games remaining. Their favorable run-in, compared to rivals like Chelsea and Newcastle, keeps them in pole position for a Champions League berth. Aston Villa, despite the setback, remain in contention and will shift focus to their FA Cup semi-final.

This breathless encounter, defined by Nunes’ late heroics, was a testament to the Premier League’s intensity. For City, it was a massive step toward Europe’s elite; for Villa, a reminder of the fine margins at the top.

Yeah, but Doku surged down the left though :)

 

[RobinHood]

What an absolute ****.

horrible fucking ****.

It’s clear Pep was in an extremely bad place when he did that, we now have a clear view he was in the process of splitting from his wife.

He’s a fucking sick individual to joke about that. Utter ****.

I'd also liked to say he's a ****.

 

[jimharri]

From the Metro:
The game appeared on course to finish as a draw but Doku, who was introduced as a second-half substitute, burst past Axel Disasi on City’s left flank before bending a cross with the outside of his foot across Villa’s box for Cunha to finish from a narrow angle at the back post........ when did we sign Cunha??!

Maybe he knows something we don't?


;-)

 

[spacecadet]

Well we have definitely hurt the full set of cunts with last night's result. The British media top to bottom is a disgrace. Late goals last week, after spunking a two goal lead against 10 men was heroic. WHAT A BUNCH OF HORRIBLE FANNY QUEEFS.

 

[the-ecstacy-of-eight]

Yeah, but Doku surged down the left though :)

and Ollie Watkins would've done well to test Ortega in the first half from his spot on the bench :)

 

[Centurions]

Just went on Ai and asked it to write a match report of the game last night and it far superior fair than any trash the media write in the country! If you running a paper sack the lot and have one person asking a AI..

**Match Report: Manchester City 2-1 Aston Villa, Premier League, April 22, 2025**

In a pulsating Premier League clash at the Etihad Stadium, Manchester City secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Aston Villa, bolstering their chances of Champions League qualification. A last-gasp goal from Matheus Nunes in the 94th minute sent the home fans into raptures and highlighted the fine margins in the race for Europe’s elite competition.

**First Half: Early Sparks and Controversy**

The match ignited early when Bernardo Silva put Manchester City ahead in the 7th minute. The Portuguese midfielder latched onto a precise pass, slotting the ball past Aston Villa’s Emiliano Martinez to give the hosts a deserved lead. City’s attacking intent was clear, with Omar Marmoush and Kevin De Bruyne dictating play, while Villa struggled to find their rhythm.

However, the visitors clawed their way back in the 18th minute after a controversial penalty decision. A challenge in the box prompted referee Craig Pawson to point to the spot, a call that City’s players and manager Pep Guardiola contested, arguing it was a 50/50 incident where VAR should not have intervened. Marcus Rashford, on loan and playing against his parent club’s rivals, calmly converted the penalty to level the score at 1-1. The goal injected confidence into Unai Emery’s side, who began to exploit spaces behind City’s high line, with Ollie Watkins testing Stefan Ortega.

Despite City’s 61.6% possession and relentless pressing, Villa’s resolute defending ensured the teams went into halftime level. The hosts created chances, but Martinez’s sharp saves and poor finishing kept the scoreline tight.

**Second Half: City Push, Villa Resist**

The second half saw Manchester City dominate proceedings, pinning Villa back with sustained pressure. De Bruyne, covering every blade of grass, was instrumental, swinging in dangerous corners and linking play. A flurry of set-pieces around the 55th-minute mark saw Rúben Dias go close with a volley, deflected wide, as City racked up six corners in the second half alone. Villa, meanwhile, struggled to get going after the restart, with Emery’s side unable to replicate their first-half counter-attacking threat.

Guardiola’s men, despite missing key players like Erling Haaland, Rodri, and Ederson, showcased their depth. Youngster Nico O’Reilly, deployed at left-back, and James McAtee impressed, while Jérémy Doku’s pace troubled Villa’s backline. Villa’s defense, led by Pau Torres and Ezri Konsa, held firm, blocking shots and thwarting City’s advances. Substitute Morgan Rogers nearly snatched a lead for Villa, but Ortega stood tall.

As the clock ticked into stoppage time, a draw seemed inevitable. Both sides had fought fiercely, with Villa’s five-game winning streak and City’s unbeaten run in their last six matches across all competitions underscoring the stakes. The Etihad faithful urged their team forward, sensing a pivotal moment in their season.

**The Decisive Moment**

In the 94th minute, the game’s defining moment arrived. Doku, introduced as a substitute, surged down the right and delivered a pinpoint cross. Matheus Nunes, timing his run perfectly, met the ball with a clinical finish, sparking wild celebrations. The goal, Nunes’ first in the Premier League for City, lifted the hosts to third in the table with 61 points, while Villa remained seventh on 57.

**Post-Match Reaction**

Pep Guardiola, visibly emotional, praised his team’s resilience. “We are not used to winning last-minute… I am really happy,” he told Sky Sports, highlighting the “fantastic” performance and Doku’s “brilliant” assist. He acknowledged Villa’s quality, calling them “one of the best teams in Europe.” City’s Stefan Ortega echoed the sentiment, emphasizing the importance of the three points in a “tight” race for Champions League spots.

Unai Emery, while crestfallen, remained defiant. “We competed well… they scored and we didn’t,” he said, urging his team to take positives into their FA Cup semi-final. Villa’s Youri Tielemans called the loss “frustrating,” lamenting the late concession but vowing to refocus.

**Key Stats and Context**

- **City’s Home Dominance**: Manchester City extended their run of 15 consecutive home wins against Aston Villa in all competitions, scoring at least twice in 13 of those matches.
- **Villa’s Away Form**: Villa’s three-game streak of clean sheets on the road ended, but their recent form (nine wins in ten across all competitions) underlines their credentials.
- **Marmoush’s Threat**: City’s Omar Marmoush, with six goals in six home Premier League games, was a constant menace, though he couldn’t add to his tally.
- **Watkins’ Impact**: Villa’s Ollie Watkins, with 34 goals and 14 assists in 88 away Premier League games, was kept quiet but remains a key figure.

**Looking Ahead**

The victory gives Manchester City a slight edge in the crowded race for the top five, with four games remaining. Their favorable run-in, compared to rivals like Chelsea and Newcastle, keeps them in pole position for a Champions League berth. Aston Villa, despite the setback, remain in contention and will shift focus to their FA Cup semi-final.

This breathless encounter, defined by Nunes’ late heroics, was a testament to the Premier League’s intensity. For City, it was a massive step toward Europe’s elite; for Villa, a reminder of the fine margins at the top.

"Marcus Rashford, on loan and playing against his parent club’s rivals"

Playing against his current clubs rivals maybe, unless it got us confused with Spuds.

 

[spacecadet]

Any lurkers on here need to have a good look at themselves. During my three decades in the viper's nest you had to report fact, in a balanced way. You are shills and fanboys only I'm afraid.

 

[Shaggy]

I thought it was Mandaric before Gaydamak & they both did it when they were flush & wanted it back when it didn’t work.

It was Gaydamak that caused the collapse, dodgy bugger that one along with his gun running dad Arcadi, who fled to Moscow.

 

[surprisedbygrass]

Yeah, but Doku surged down the left though :)

And Ollie Watkins was a second half sub

 

[cheekybids]

It was Gaydamak that caused the collapse, dodgy bugger that one along with his gun running dad Arcadi, who fled to Moscow.

But Mandaric had provided shareholder loans to Portsmouth, had money problems & needed to recall & sell the club. Gaydamak bought & then caused the collapse. It was very dodgy.