MM spoke to Nicola Savage, fundraising manager for Ronald McDonald House Charities, who is proud that the organisation provides an invaluable service at what can be an emotional time of the year.

Manuel Pellegrini believes his side showed great resilience in beating Swansea after their recent hectic run, with particular applause given to Yaya Toure.

Manchester Giants guard Callum Jones says his young teammates are quickly learning how tough life can be in the BBL but they can get through their current mire.

Manuel Pellegrini praised birthday-boy Raheem Sterling as his two goals gave the Chilean manager one of his best nights in Europe against Borussia Monchengladbach.

Manchester Giants forward Ryan Lewis believes that his side can still compete with the best in the BBL ahead of Sunday’s game with Leicester Riders.

Manuel Pellegrini praised the depth of Manchester City’s squad following their comfortable Capital One Cup victory over Hull City at the Etihad on Tuesday.

Manuel Pellegrini believes David Silva can offer Manchester City a different way of playing when he returns from injury against Southampton this weekend.

Manchester Giants’ Ingus Bankevics knows that his side will have to put in an exceptional performance to win at Newcastle Eagles on Friday.

Manuel Pellegrini was ‘not unhappy’ with Manchester City, despite their defeat to Juventus in Turin which means they face a fight to achieve top spot in their group.

Manuel Pellegrini urged his side to turn the page as quickly as possible to move forward from Saturday’s dismal 4-1 defeat at home to Liverpool.

Manchester Giants guard Callum Jones hopes his team-mates can neutralise Cheshire Phoenix’s offensive weapons at the Cheshire Oaks Arena this Sunday.