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Stephen Carey

@stcarey.bsky.social
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You may see the old man but look closer and you'll see the lifelong learner, the runner, the wannabe poet and the cineaste who loves stories of humanity and resilience. Family matters (and MCFC is part of my family)

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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Interesting response from Khaldoon. The completely innocent statement is meaningless: they are as innocent as other major clubs. The fair and partial aspects are very interesting. Imagine if the PL was aware of another major club that had systematically and significantly broken rules...
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
He's taking the PL down, isn't he? I bet he knows the illegal shit that goes on elsewhere and he's going to burn down the whole fucking corrupt organisation that is the PL. Go get 'em, man www.theguardian.com/football/202...
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Manchester City chair Al Mubarak insists ‘nothing has changed’ after guilty verdict
Khaldoon Al Mubarak, the Manchester City chair, has spoken for the first time since the club was found guilty on virtually all counts of breaching Premier League financial rules, saying “nothing has c...
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
The City case shows that no one will ever be allowed to challenge the so called big 4. They are so far ahead financially, having done exactly what City did, that it simply isn't possible to catch up without a level of investment forbidden by PL. If you try, they will fucking get you.
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
These rules were brought in to stop City. They didn't exist before 2008. Owners should have spent 100s of £ms fighting the unjustness of the rules in 2008 instead of accepting them and then apparently hiding their non-compliance. One approach = total respect Other = shame & ignomy
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Wow. City guilty! Leaving aside that the rules broken were unfair in themselves, if you know the rules you have to follow them. If City haven't followed them in a serious way then frankly they deserve what's coming. Only question now is will the owners take the Premier League down with them?
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Let's see what grievous injustices Arteta observed today. Wonder if we should fear for the future of football, if officials are going to allow #Arsenal to be fucking mullered?
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
How the fuck are the poor little dears suppose to compete if they start giving penalties for blatant fouls in the box? Does Pro Ref not know how much Arsenal rely on this to win games? www.theguardian.com/football/202...
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Arsenal demand meeting with Pro Ref over penalty decision at Sunderland
Arsenal are seeking an explanation from Pro Ref over the penalty awarded to Sunderland that Mikel Arteta described as ‘unacceptable at this level’
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
First time watching Liverpool - unimpressed.
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Seen this game a thousand times - should have scored when we were on top. We know what happens next.
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
No mention that Maresca was Guardiola's asst when City won the Champions League. Gotta count for something. However, key issue for City is how quickly new players, new approach gels www.theguardian.com/football/202...
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Champions League is fertile ground for new managers – but knowhow could be key later on
Luis Enrique, Vincent Kompany and Mikel Arteta are among the favourites to lead their sides to victory, but more recent appointments should not be counted out
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Underwhelming, very.
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Coventry so so unlucky. City hanging on - cant see them seeing this out. Coventry have all the energy
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
City getting worse: mishit passes, slower play, less movement. Coventry senses a chance.
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Another incredibly frustrating performance from City. Lots of possession but very few chances - look ripe for being hit on the break.
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
City defensively shite - should be losing
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
FFS, it all stems from the ridiculous Profit & Sustainability Rules designed to protect the richest clubs against competition. Sell & it helps with PSR immediately, buy and it impacts over the length of the contract. So they trade players between English clubs. www.theguardian.com/football/202...
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Premier League money has lost all meaning amid chaotic spectacle of excess | Barney Ronay
The transfer window has broken all rational rules and limits, leaving us to marvel and, ultimately, pick up the bill
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Very impressive. Foden came alive after Cherki went off - could he be edging back to the Foden we love?
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Wow, just wow!
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Genius
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
So frustrating watching Foden. Completely refuses to take his man on and ALWAYS recycles back to where it cane from
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Palace look so dangerous
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
#thepiano surely the most emotional, life affirming hour of TV there is. I'm in bits here
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
Nico G would have been a big upgrade fir Citys midfield today. Can't believe they are forcing him out when he wants to stay.
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
Haaland doing a great Samson impersonation
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
City been brilliant at silencing the crowd today.
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
Anderson busy Foden timid Dias poor Khusa poor Gvardiol poor Semenyo lively Lewis OK
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
Not awful just ordinary from a very ordinary team
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
What a whining fucking voice Hinchclffe has - never fucking stops. Mind you, plenty to whine about
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Mogwai at Brudenell in Leeds - just amazing. What a band!
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
Brilliant finish - don't care that he plays for Arsenal
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
I love Jack - so glad he's playing.
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
On the plus side: - Doku looking bright - Foden looks to have his confidence back - er, that's it
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
Donna-fucking-rumma's kicking!?!
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
We have the best and the worst corner teams in the league in opposition today!
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
Arsenal looking really good. Solid at the back and so fluent going forward
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
last time I watched the Community Shield, City played Liverpool at Leicester. City lost 3-1, Darwin Nunez scored and Haaland missed a sitter. Based on this, Paddy Power paid out on Liverpool becoming PL champions. City won the treble that year and Haland scored more than 50 goals. ITS A WARM UP
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
When Rodri slinks off to Barca, we'll say goodbye to a great player - but not a legend. 7 seasons at City, the first getting up to speed & last 2 injured for the most part. Thanks for that goal & for the Ballon D'Or but no statue for you (maybe a mosaic if you come back to say a proper goodbye)
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Gonna be a difficult season for City. Txixi going is the biggest issue - Vianna's transfer dealings look problematic and unCity-like. Panic buys last season and on the backfoot re Rodri and a winger. Too much mediocrity in the squad in Marmoosh, Reijnders, Nico, RAN, Lewis. Donnarumma doesn't fit
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
There must be many, many prisoners in prison for non-violent crimes. Instead of early release for perpetrators of violent crimes against people, why not limit the early release scheme to prisoners who did not commit violence against people? www.theguardian.com/law/2026/aug...
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Threat of legal action if PC Andrew Harper’s killers are released early
Thames Valley chief says he may join Police Federation in court if Jessie Cole and Albert Bowers are freed from prison
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
City not keeping the ball as much - looking to get forward much quicker.
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
Donnarumma kicking long isnt working.
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 19/07/2026
They just don't understand Rodri, do they? He is so much more than a metronome. He's press-proof, he's a leader, his passing range is superb, he scores, he créate and his footballl intelligence is off the sale. But hey, go ahead, think of him as a metronome. www.theguardian.com/football/202...
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Shackle Rodri the metronome and Argentina’s passion play can floor Spain | Jonathan Wilson
The World Cup final is a classic clash of the process team against a side riding an emotional urge to fulfil Messi’s destiny
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
We've a Premier League problem. It's mostly power, pace, physicality and a low block (City, Liverpool are noticeable exceptions). Spain, Argentina, France & others are more about technique & control. It doesn't guarantee a win but increases the chances significantly. England played like a PL team
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Oh FFS! £bns spaffed on mates' useless PPE, hundreds of thousands spent on defending a rich PM's pathetic defence against Partygate, Palantir given a blank cheque - they're not the problem, eh? Its the fucking poor, they're the problem. Go fuck yourself. www.theguardian.com/society/2026...
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Labour must stop just writing a cheque for benefit claimants, says McFadden
Exclusive: Work and pensions secretary signals possible reform to welfare as ministers await key reviews
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Ahem!
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
One of the most one-sided games in this World Cup.
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Laporte will be loving this more than most. Born in France but Deschamps refused to select him. He qualified to play for Spain through his family and they jumped at the chance to cap him. Until his cruciate injury at City, he was one of the best centre halves in Europe.
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Spain comfortably better than France. France need to change it: Dembele off and Cherki on
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
It's really simple: if Rodri is at his best then Spain win.
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Stephen Carey @stcarey.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
France need Cherki.
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