Manchester City picked up their first win in Group A with an entertaining 3-2 victory over Steve McClaren's FC Twente.
Man City strikers Benjani Mwaruwari and Darius Vassell could be in contention to face FC Twente.
Mark Hughes faces a desperate search for new faces before the summer transfer window slams shut.
Manchester City striker Benjani has no plans to return early from his thigh injury.
Portsmouth and Willie McKay have been charged with breaches of rules in relation to the transfer of Benjani to and from the club.
Manchester City striker Benjani will miss the start of the new season after picking up a thigh injury.
Fulham still have hope of survival after two goals from Diomansy Kamara gave them a stunning win at Eastlands.
Sven Goran Eriksson has revealed that he is set to hold discussions with Thaksin Shinawatra this weekend.
Manchester City secured a 3-1 triumph over 10-man Portsmouth in a frantic encounter at Eastlands.
Matt Le Tiss is full of praise for Harry Redknapp and David James, but is baffled by Thaksin Shinawatra.
Sven Goran Eriksson has blasted his side's dismal performance which has hindered their push for a European place
Birmingham boss Alex McLeish praised his team saying on-loan star Mauro Zarate's finishing was "sublime" to kill off Man City 3-1
Manchester City have rubbished reports that Benjani Mwaruwari could be banned from playing for the club.
Sven Goran Eriksson is still surprised that he was able to bring Benjani to Man City.
Darius Vassell remains confident that Manchester City can qualify for Europe.
Sven Goran Eriksson paid tribute to Richard Dunne after the skipper's inspired display at Old Trafford.
Sven Goran Eriksson has urged Manchester City supporters to respect Sunday's one-minute silence.
Benjani Mwaruwari insists there was never any problem with his move to Manchester City.
Man City new boy Benjani Mwaruwari had to ask himself if he was having a 'bad dream' when told he was to be sold by Portsmouth.
Sven Goran Eriksson has hinted Benjani will lead Man City's attack on his own against Man Utd this weekend.
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