Gulf News has reported that following the re-launch of the English Manchester City Football Club website last year, Arabic speaking fans can now log onto the Arabic interface for real-time news, stats and analysis. The website is built around social media elements and features exclusive photography and video content, match reports, fixtures, league tables and player information. Fans can also download desktop backdrops.

Etihad Airways, the Abu Dhabi-based national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has signed a three-year deal to be the official shirt sponsor and partner of Premier League side, Manchester City FC. The Etihad Airways brand logo will appear on Manchester City shirts from the summer.