Rayan Cherki — scored a double for Manchester City in their 4-1 victory over Crystal Palace on Friday, August 29, 2026.
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The Namibian
Manchester City's Rayan Cherki came into the starting XI for France
“His first team selection was not dramatically different to the side that regularly played at the World Cup, although Bournemouth's Adrien Truffert was in at left-back while Manchester City's Rayan Cherki came into the starting XI.”
Mbappe scores but suffers knee injury as Zidane gets debut France winThe Namibian
Rayan Cherki slotted home City's second goal
“Brazilian Allan also struck on his first outing since a £34 million ($46 million) move from Palmeiras, while Rayan Cherki slotted home City's second in characteristically cool fashion.”
Samba stars on debut in Man City rout of NorwichThe Namibian
Rayan Cherki scored a brace against Crystal Palace
“But Cherki's talent is undeniable, as he showed with his brace after an own goal from City keeper Gianluigi Donnarumma had cancelled out Erling Haaland's opener in rainy south London.”
Man City sparkle in Palace routThe Namibian
Rayan Cherki gave France the lead in the last minute of the first half
“Rayan Cherki had given France the lead in the last minute of the first half with a powerful low strike after some neat footwork in the box.”
Diallo gives Ivory Coast shock win over FranceKylian Mbappe scored France's only goal in a 1-0 UEFA Nations League win over Turkey in Zinedine Zidane's first game as coach on Friday, but suffered a left knee injury and was substituted. Zidane said Mbappe overextended his knee while shooting and will likely return to Real Madrid for treatment.
26 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Kylian Mbappe scored France's only goal in a 1-0 UEFA Nations League win over Turkey in Zinedine Zidane's first game as coach on Friday, but suffered a left knee injury and was substituted. Zidane said Mbappe overextended his knee while shooting and will likely return to Real Madrid for treatment.
26 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Manchester City went top of the Premier League after a 5-3 win over Sunderland on Sunday, with Enzo Fernandez scoring from a free-kick and Erling Haaland sealing the three points despite Brian Brobbey's hat-trick. Matheus Cunha rescued Manchester United from defeat at Fulham.
20 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Floyd Samba, 17, scored twice on his Manchester City debut in a 5-0 League Cup win over Norwich, helping set up a last 16 match against Brighton.
18 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Erling Haaland's first-half header gave Manchester City a 1-0 victory over newly-promoted Coventry at the Etihad, maintaining the team's perfect start under manager Enzo Maresca despite an unconvincing performance that required late saves from goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma.
5 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Rayan Cherki scored a double as Manchester City defeated Crystal Palace 4-1 on Friday, with Erling Haaland also scoring in City's dominant display.
29 August 2026 · The Namibian →
France has won all four games so far with 13 goals scored, including a 3-0 defeat of Sweden, and faces Paraguay in the last 16. Kylian Mbappe has scored six goals in the tournament and has 18 in 18 World Cup appearances.
2 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Amad Diallo scored a late winner as Ivory Coast stunned France 2-1 in a World Cup warm-up match in Nantes on Thursday. Kylian Mbappe had a fruitless evening and was replaced at half-time, remaining stuck on 56 goals for France.
5 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes was named Premier League Player of the Season on Saturday, equalling the record for most assists in a single campaign with 20. The 31-year-old scored eight league goals this term, helping United secure third place and Champions League qualification.
23 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Coach Didier Deschamps announced France's squad for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with Kylian Mbappe set to spearhead the attack and likely captain the team despite a recent thigh injury. The squad includes attacking talent such as Ballon d'Or holder Ousmane Dembele, Desire Doue, and Michael Olise, alongside defensive players including William Saliba and Dayot Upamecano.
15 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Jeremy Doku's stoppage-time goal earned Manchester City a 3-3 draw at Everton, but the side's second-half collapse leaves Arsenal five points clear with three games remaining and a 22-year Premier League title drought within reach.
4 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Manchester City moved to the top of the Premier League with a 1-0 victory over Burnley, with Erling Haaland scoring the sole goal. The defeat relegated Burnley to the Championship for the third time in five seasons.
23 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Erling Haaland scored three goals as Manchester City defeated Liverpool 4-0 in the FA Cup quarter-final at the Etihad Stadium, reaching the semi-finals for an eighth consecutive season. Liverpool's heavy loss, combined with Mohamed Salah's penalty miss, piled further pressure on manager Arne Slot as the club struggles with just two wins in their last seven matches.
5 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Manchester City defeated Arsenal 2–0 in the League Cup final at Wembley, with Nico O'Reilly scoring twice after Arsenal goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga's costly error. The victory gives City their ninth League Cup and manager Pep Guardiola his fifth triumph in the competition.
23 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal moved seven points clear at the top of the English Premier League after Bukayo Saka's goal secured a 1-0 win against Brighton, while second-placed Manchester City was held to a 2-2 draw by Nottingham Forest.
5 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Pep Guardiola called Manchester City's 2-1 victory over Newcastle a "massive" moment in the Premier League title race, closing the gap on leaders Arsenal to two points. Guardiola praised his young squad's resilience despite 70 percent of players never experiencing a title race, and singled out midfielder Nico O'Reilly for two clinical finishes.
22 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Erling Haaland's stoppage-time penalty gave Manchester City a 2-1 comeback win at Liverpool on Sunday, their first away victory at Anfield in front of a crowd since 2003, reducing Arsenal's Premier League lead to six points.
9 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Manchester City defeated Newcastle 3-1 in their League Cup semi-final second leg at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday, winning 5-1 on aggregate. City will face Arsenal in the League Cup final on March 22 at Wembley.
5 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt defeated Manchester City 3–1 in their Champions League group phase match, with goals from Kasper Hogh (two) and Jens Petter Hauge, marking one of the biggest shocks in the competition's history. The loss left City without a win in four league matches and exposed defensive frailties in what the article describes as an increasingly troubled season for Pep Guardiola's team.
21 January 2026 · The Namibian →