'We weren't expecting that': Topless Gary Lineker spotted during Man City's tie against Cheltenham before fireworks stop proceedings

straight to your inboxMicah Richards taunted Graeme Souness as Manchester City demolished Liverpool in a 4-1 victory that moved them 10 points clear of the defending Premier League champions with a game in hand.City produced a scintillating second-half performance, overcoming a missed Ikay Gundogan penalty to establish themselves as favourites for the Premier League title.

straight to your inboxPhil Foden got the seal of approval from football’s finest after a stunning Manchester City showing away to Liverpool.Foden was the star of the show as City ran out 4-1 winners at Anfield to increase their lead at the top of the Premier League table.

straight to your inboxOne of Manchester City's tactics during their Premier League clash with Liverpool caused a disagreement between Sky Sports pundits Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher. When conceding a free kick within shooting range, City opted to have a player lying down behind the defensive wall in a bid to prevent the ball going underneath the wall as they jumped in the air.

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United may have ended up ultimately disappointed against Everton - but a couple of their players still managed to catch the eye.United were denied victory by Dominic Calvert-Lewin's last-gasp equaliser to earn Carlo Ancelotti's men a dramatic 3-3 draw in Saturday night's Premier League clash at Old Trafford.

straight to your inboxManchester City travel to Liverpool in a game that could put them in full control of the Premier League title race - or throw it wide open again.City are two points clear of Manchester United in second after Everton stole a late point at Old Trafford, with the Blues holding two games in hand over their rivals.

straight to your inboxGary Neville has warned Manchester City that Liverpool could ride a similar wave of momentum to themselves following back-to-back Premier League wins.Pep Guardiola's side have risen to the top of the table after a run of 12 matches unbeaten, including nine victories. City's defensive record has been impressive too, with John Stones and Ruben Dias forming a fantastic partnership at centre-back, which has seen only two goals conceded during that run.

direct to your inboxGary Lineker has sent Manchester United and Liverpool a "frightening" Premier League title warning after Manchester City climbed to the top of the table.City thumped West Bromwich Albion 5-0 at the Hawthorns on Tuesday night to leapfrog United and go top for the first time this season.

straight to your inbox every day for freeMore than 10 million people watched the BBC coverage of Manchester United's victory over Liverpool, presenter Gary Lineker has revealed.The FA Cup fourth round tie at Old Trafford on Sunday was broadcast live on BBC One. There was always likely to be plenty of interest in the match - and viewers were not disappointed as United edged a thrilling encounter 3-2.

direct to your inboxGary Lineker has given his thoughts on this season's 'fascinating' Premier League title chase after watching the latest matches involving Manchester United, Liverpool and Manchester City.United currently lead the way after they drew 0-0 with Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday to remain three points clear of the defending champions. City then laid down a marker by beating Crystal Palace 4-0 at the Etihad Stadium to move up to second in the table.

straight to your inbox every day for freeGary Lineker has paid tribute to Wayne Rooney following his decision to retire from football. The Manchester United legend has opted to hang up his boots in order to fully focus on managing Derby County, having been caretaker boss of the Championship club since late November.

direct to your inboxThe date and kick-off times for the FA Cup forth round have been confirmed.Manchester United will welcome fierce rivals Liverpool to Old Trafford on Sunday, January 24, with kick-off coming at 5pm. It will be shown live on BBC One.

straight to your inboxPhil Foden caught the eye again for Manchester City in their Premier League clash with Brighton & Hove Albion. The England international opened the scoring just before half-time in Wednesday evening's match against the Seagulls at the Etihad Stadium.

straight to your inbox every day for freeGary Lineker asked what Manchester United's 'doom-mongers' are going to complain about now after the club rose to the summit of the Premier League table.Paul Pogba's second-half strike moved Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side three points clear of Liverpool ahead of Sunday's clash between the two sides at Anfield.

direct to your inbox Manchester United finally secured the services of Atalanta youngster Amad Diallo last week after agreeing to sign the youngster on deadline day in October. MEN Sport reported in September that United were exploring the possibility of signing the 18-year-old and a deal was concluded for Diallo along with Facundo Pellistri, Edinson Cavani and Alex Telles on October 5.

straight to your inboxAston Villa have shut their first team training centre after a number of players returned positive Covid-19 tests.Villa's last fixture was the 2-1 defeat at Manchester United and they are set to face Manchester City two weeks. Their first positive tests were returned on Monday, three days after facing United.