Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has compared Fluminense’s style of football with the great Brazilian teams of the 20th century as his side prepares for the Club World Cup final against the South American champions.

City reached Friday’s showpiece in Saudi Arabia with a 3-0 win over Japanese side Urawa Red Diamonds. “The way they play, we’ve never faced, never,” said Guardiola. “I love it. I love the build-up. I love how they associate between each other.” Guardiola’s side are looking to become the fourth English club to win the trophy…

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Premier League predictions: Aston Villa to maintain top-four charge vs Newcastle, Sheffield United can push Roy Hodgson closer to sack

Our tipster Jones Knows takes aim at the midweek Premier League card, providing his insight and betting analysis on an intriguing set of fixtures. Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal, Tuesday 7.30pm – PLAY SUPER 6! Arsenal are no longer the team to watch if you crave goalmouth entertainment, but the long-term data shows they are defensively robust,…

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