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EPISODE · Apr 15, 2026 · 1H 36M

E. 178 - Cherki isn't a magician. He is a Wizard!

from Shades of Blue: A Manchester City FC Podcast · host Royce Barnett

Cold open begins the episode discussing YPOTY and POTY candidates before a review of Man City's 0-3 win at Chelsea and previewing the biggest match of the season Man City vs Arsenal. Pep responds to Ljinders telling the world Bernardo is leaving in the Summer, his thoughts on the rest of the season, and the secret success to Man City's stellar April win record. Is Rayan Cherki a magician, a wizard, or Wizard Kelly? 00:00 Player of the Year Debate 07:01 Manchester City Overview 11:03 Bernardo Silva's Future 22:01 Rayan Cherki's Impact 29:51 City's Squad Dynamics and Pep's Strategy 31:30 Analyzing the Starting XI and Player Selection 34:10 First Half Performance: Nerves and Possession 39:30 Second Half Adjustments and Tactical Changes 43:19 Nico O'Reilly's Impact and Development 52:11 Doku's Creativity and Game-Changing Moments 01:03:18 Chelsea's Struggles and City's Dominance 01:05:11 Dynamic Players and Team Depth 01:07:03 Pep's Tactical Adjustments and Team Performance 01:11:29 Player Development and Pep's Influence 01:15:24 Upcoming Match Anticipation and Team Morale 01:19:26 Arsenal's Challenges and City's Strengths 01:24:18 Match Predictions and Expectations Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Is Rayan Cherki a magician or a wizard? Proud Family remake but make it Manchester City? Pep denies knowing if Bernardo stays or goes? Lock in with the Show Bros who dive in to City's win at Chelsea before looking ahead to the match against Arsenal

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