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Mangala: “Premier League Requires More Than Physicality” French international Eliaquim Mangala has opened up about his early experiences in the Premier League following his high-profile move to Manchester City last summer. Signed from FC Porto for a reported €54 million, the defender of Congolese origin shared insights on the differences he’s encountered since arriving in […]
MANGALA: MANCHESTER CITY’S €40M WEAK LINK? ALLARDYCE THINKS SO Manchester City’s €40 million summer signing Eliaquim Mangala is under scrutiny after West Ham United’s 2-1 upset over the reigning Premier League champions. And no one is being more direct than Sam Allardyce, who openly questioned Mangala’s readiness for the English game. The Franco-Congolese defender, still […]
Eliaquim Mangala, the most expensive defender in football history at the time, remains unfazed by the expectations surrounding his high-profile transfer. Bought by Manchester City from FC Porto for €54 million, the French center-back surpassed even David Luiz in terms of transfer value — a record that instantly placed him under the spotlight. 🗣️ Mangala […]
Eliaquim Mangala: Patience and Hard Work Are My Philosophy Despite limited playing time with the French national team, Eliaquim Mangala remains committed and optimistic about his future with Les Bleus. Since being called up by coach Didier Deschamps for the 2014 World Cup, the 23-year-old defender has mostly watched from the bench. Yet, Mangala — […]
Mangala Endures Tough Outing, But Pellegrini Keeps the Faith Eliaquim Mangala experienced a stark reversal of fortunes over the weekend, enduring a difficult afternoon in Manchester City’s 4–2 win over Hull City. Just a week after being lauded as man of the match on his Premier League debut against Chelsea, the French international found himself […]
Eliaquim Mangala Shines in Manchester City Debut, Wins Man of the Match Eliaquim Mangala made an impressive start to his Manchester City career with a standout performance against Chelsea in the Premier League’s fifth round, earning the Man of the Match award. The French-Belgian defender, of Congolese descent, joined City in a high-profile deal reportedly […]
Eliaquim Mangala poised for Manchester City debut against Bayern Munich Manchester City defender Eliaquim Mangala could make his first appearance for the club tonight in their eagerly anticipated Champions League clash against Bayern Munich. Despite being an unused substitute in the Premier League since the start of the season, the French international remains prepared and […]
Eliaquim Mangala’s Manchester City Debut Delayed Due to Fitness Concerns Eliaquim Mangala, the French defender of Congolese descent, who recently signed for Manchester City, will have to wait a little longer before making his debut for the club. Despite joining the Premier League giants earlier this month, Mangala is not yet match-fit. Manager Manuel Pellegrini […]
Eliaquim Mangala, recently signed from FC Porto for a hefty €54 million, will miss Manchester City’s Premier League opener against Newcastle this Sunday. Manager Manuel Pellegrini confirmed the French defender’s absence, citing a lack of match fitness as the reason. Mangala, who became one of the most expensive defenders in football history with this transfer, […]
Rio Ferdinand expressed surprise and skepticism over the €54 million transfer of Eliaquim Mangala to Manchester City, a fee that at the time made him the most expensive defender in football history. His reaction, posted on Twitter, compared the Mangala and David Luiz (€50 million to PSG) deals, prompting him to raise an important rhetorical […]
