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Fabrizio Romano's catchphrase for confirming a transfer is done. When he posts on social media "Here we go!" it's a sure fire way of knowing a deal is agreed. It's become the unofficial official announcement in football - fans refresh his account constantly during transfer windows waiting for those three words.

"Erling Haaland to Manchester City, here we go!"

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The Gaffer Feb 10, 2026
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Scoring two goals in one game. The word originates from hunting, where a brace meant a pair of birds. Less celebrated than a hat-trick but still a strong individual performance.

Harry Kane scored a brace against Germany in England's 3-3 Nations League draw at Wembley in 2022, demonstrating his consistent ability to deliver multiple goals in high-profile matches.
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The Gaffer Feb 10, 2026
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KDB

The shorthand of Kevin De Bruyne.
What a strike from KDB.
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The Gaffer Feb 10, 2026
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Video Assistant Referee - Technology system used to review referee decisions with video footage. Introduced to reduce errors in crucial match decisions.
The referee is consulting VAR to check if that was offside.
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The Gaffer Feb 10, 2026
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A new breed of attacking midfielder than that acts as a hybrid between an 8 (midfield engine/arriving late in the box) and a 10 (playmaker just behind the strikers). There are usually two players occupying the free 8 role, sitting just in front of a lone CDM and just behind the forwards. They often operate in the half spaces and their job is typically to create chances for the forwards. Pep Guardiola is often credited as being the person behind the free 8 role, having used it at Barcelona with Xavi and Iniesta in the role, then later at Manchester City, with Kevin De Bruyne (KDB) and David Silva in the role.
City are playing with 3 in the midfield. Well, Fernandinho as the 6 and KDB and Silva in the free 8 role.
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