Rayan Cherki - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

France coach Zinedine Zidane's first win soured by Mbappé's knee injury, Italy loses to Belgium

Zinedine Zidane’s first game in charge of France has ended on a sour note as Kylian Mbappé injured his left knee moments after scoring in a 1-0 Nations League win in Turkey

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Back on scoresheet Cherki scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 5-3 win versus Sunderland.

Impact Cherki was able to get his first goal contribution in a few starts Sunday, with the attacker scoring in the 29th minute of the contest. This is his third goal of the season in league play, notching a brace earlier in the campaign. He now has three goals and two assists in five appearances (four starts) this season.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Man City wins 8-goal thriller against Sunderland, Man United rescues late draw

No Pep Guardiola

SEPTEMBER 20 • Associated Press

Bournemouth beats Real Sociedad 2-1 in its first European match. Juventus, Crystal Palace win big

Bournemouth kicked off its first European campaign with a 2-1 victory at Real Sociedad

SEPTEMBER 17 • Associated Press

Only plays 45 Cherki recorded one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Manchester United.

Impact Cherki started for City on Sunday but didn't play very long, coming off at halftime for his shortest start of the season thus far. He was subdued much of the time he was on the field, recording only a shot and a cross. He remains a lethal threat in most matches, earning numerous goal contributions while also being involved in set pieces.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Finally cools down Cherki generated three shots (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Coventry City.

Impact Cherki has been red-hot to start the season, but he couldn't get nearly as involved during Saturday's win. It was still a comfortable win for City, but Cherki just didn't pull the strings like he's been used to since making the move to City. He has some more winnable matches coming up as Champions League play kicks off, and should be a huge part of the attack every week.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

It's time to really start judging Maresca and new-look Man City after $600M refresh

Any concerns over Manchester City’s capacity to challenge Arsenal for the Premier League title early in the post-Pep Guardiola era might have disappeared

SEPTEMBER 3 • Associated Press

"This is pure greatness" - Fans in awe of Manchester City star for his showing in 4-1 win over Crystal Palace Manchester City fans were left in awe after watching Rayan Cherki produce an incredible display to lead the Cityzens to a 4-1 victory over Crystal Palace in their Premier League en...

AUGUST 29 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Erling Haaland has hilarious reaction as Manchester City teammate swears in interview after Crystal Palace win Manchester City star Erling Haaland looked flustered after his teammate Rayan Cherki swore on camera in his post-match interview after their Crystal Palace game.

AUGUST 29 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Erling Haaland Scores Brace To Keep Man City Perfect In Premier League Play

Erling Haaland scored twice as Manchester City beat Crystal Palace 4-1 in the Premier League.

AUGUST 29 • FOX SPORTS

Erling Haaland Scores Brace To Keep Man City Perfect In Premier League Play

Erling Haaland, Rayan Cherki guide Man City past Crystal Palace | Premier League Update

AUGUST 28 • YOUTUBE

Rayan Cherki's brace gives Man City 3-1 lead against Crystal Palace | Premier League

AUGUST 28 • YOUTUBE

Rayan Cherki's clever finish doubles Man City's lead over Palace | Premier League

AUGUST 28 • YOUTUBE

Delivers brace during start Cherki scored two goals to go with three shots (three on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Friday's 4-1 win over Crystal Palace. In addition, he was given a...

Impact Cherki was promoted to a starting role Friday after earning two assists to win the match in City's opener, playing 82 minutes Friday despite a yellow card early in the match. He would follow up his two assists from the last match with a brace against Palace, scoring two brilliant goals to lead his team to a win. He begins the season as the most prolific attacker in the league, already with four goal contributions in only two appearances.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Pushing for starting role Cherki could push for a starting role in Friday's clash against Crystal Palace after impressing off the bench against Bournemouth, according to coach Enzo Maresca. "Rayan made an i...

Impact Cherki made a major impact after entering in the 63rd minute against Bournemouth, providing two assists while creating four chances in the 2-1 comeback victory. Manager Enzo Maresca highlighted the Frenchman's ability to provide something different in the final third, strengthening his case for increased playing time Friday against Crystal Palace. Cherki has yet to establish himself as a regular starter, but performances like Sunday's could earn him a larger role moving forward.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Josko Gvardiol snatches Man City's late winner against Bournemouth | Premier League

AUGUST 23 • YOUTUBE

"We're always better with him on the pitch" - Fans hail Manchester City star as Cityzens complete comeback win over Bournemouth Fans lavished praise on star attacker Rayan Cherki after Manchester City secured a 2-1 win over Bournemouth in the opening game of their 2026-27 Premier League campaign (Sunday, Au...

AUGUST 23 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Premier League: Maresca's 'perfect day' as Man City rallies for win, Liverpool grabs late equalizer

Manchester City has marked Enzo Maresca’s first Premier League game in charge with a late rally by scoring twice in the final 10 minutes to grab a 2-1 victory at home to Bournemout...

AUGUST 23 • Associated Press

Two assist off bench Cherki assisted twice to go with three crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 2-1 win against AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Cherki was the hero for City on Sunday and instantly made an impact after entering in the 63rd minute, recording three crosses and four chances created. He would then go on to save City from their 1-0 hole, assisting on Marc Guehi's 84th-minute goal before assisting on Josko Gvardiol's goal in stoppage time. This will likely force Enzo Maresca to think about starting the French attacker in the next match, an elite talent that only started in about half of his appearances under Pep Guardiola in the 2025/26 season, although he still earned four goals and 12 assists.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Two assists off bench Cherki came on in the 63rd minute of Sunday's match against Bournemouth and finished with two assists.

Impact Cherki made an immediate impact off the bench, first delivering a corner that Marc Guehi converted before using his dribbling ability to create Josko Gvardiol's goal. The midfielder finished with three crosses (two corners), showcasing his creativity, vision and technical quality in the final third. His ability to create both from set pieces and open play gives him multiple avenues to contribute offensively, and the performance could strengthen his case for a starting role moving forward.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

"Is Pep still in the team?", "We will get cooked" - Fans react as Manchester City star left on bench for Community Shield clash against Arsenal Some Manchester City fans are not happy with new manager Enzo Maresca after he named Rayan Cherki on the bench for the Community Shield clash vs Arsenal.

AUGUST 16 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Ready for new season Cherki is ready for the new 2026/27 Premier League season with Manchester City, back in England following his time with France, according to the club.

Impact Cherki finished last season with four goals and 12 assists across 33 Premier League appearances in his debut campaign at City, establishing himself as a key creative presence with 60 big chances created. His World Cup impact was limited, seeing little action behind Ousmane Dembele, Michael Olise and Bradley Barcola in the pecking order and finishing without a goal or assist across 124 minutes, but his return to club training now shifts focus to preseason preparations as he looks to build on a strong first year in England.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Disappointing performance Saturday Cherki registered one shot (one on goal) and one corner in Saturday's 6-4 defeat versus England.

Impact Cherki made a limited impact other than his lone shot, partly because his side was dominated while he was on the pitch against England. The attacker, who was coming off an exciting campaign with Manchester City, ultimately saw little action at the international level, staying behind Ousmane Dembele, Michael Olise and Bradley Barcola in the contention for offensive midfield spots. Consequently, Cherki was unable to score or assist across 124 minutes of play. He should have many chances to get back on track and show his playmaking qualities as soon as the next club season starts in August.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Jenny Taft caught up with France midfielder Rayan Cherki after the loss to Spain in the FIFA World Cup Semifinals

JULY 14 • FOX SPORTS

Creates one chance off bench Cherki had one tackle (one won) in Monday's 3-0 win against Iraq.

Impact Cherki checked in during the 68th minute as part of a double switch alongside Desire Doue, replacing Michael Olise and Ousmane Dembele after manager Didier Deschamps began rotating with the result already in hand. He entered with France comfortably ahead 3-0 and their place in the Round of 32 already secured following the Ballon d'Or winner's third goal of the night. Cherki created one chance and won one tackle, and France will now shift their focus to a Group I showdown against Norway on June 26, a match where he could earn a start to give Dembele a breather.

JUNE 22 • ROTOWIRE

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France coach Zinedine Zidane's first win soured by Mbappé's knee injury, Italy loses to Belgium

Man City wins 8-goal thriller against Sunderland, Man United rescues late draw

Bournemouth beats Real Sociedad 2-1 in its first European match. Juventus, Crystal Palace win big

It's time to really start judging Maresca and new-look Man City after $600M refresh

Erling Haaland Scores Brace To Keep Man City Perfect In Premier League Play

Premier League: Maresca's 'perfect day' as Man City rallies for win, Liverpool grabs late equalizer

Jenny Taft caught up with France midfielder Rayan Cherki after the loss to Spain in the FIFA World Cup Semifinals