Steven McInerney


Steven McInerney is a Manchester City expert and YouTube who runs the popular 'Esteemed Kompany' channel.

He joins Sports Mole for a weekly chat about all things Man City, from their form on the pitch to their activities off it.

Click here to view all of our conversations with Steven on YouTube.

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Career History
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Claudio Echeverri future: Three potential destinations for Man City ace after Bayer Leverkusen confirm loan termination
Bayer Leverkusen head coach Kasper Hjulmand confirms that Claudio Echeverri’s loan from Manchester City will be terminated and the attacker has already played his final game for the club.
Dec 19, 12:37
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Man City can become Premier League title favourites over Arsenal before Christmas if one thing happens
Manchester City expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole how Pep Guardiola's side can gain a ‘massive’ psychological edge over rivals Arsenal in the Premier League title race ahead of Saturday's clash with West Ham United.
Dec 18, 19:25
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One Man City star is "most likely" to leave in January - it's not Savinho, Oscar Bobb or Rico Lewis
One Manchester City player is the "most likely" to leave in January ahead of Savinho, Oscar Bobb and Rico Lewis, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Dec 16, 13:25
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Man City vs. Brentford: Pep Guardiola told not to start key £50m player as EFL Cup prediction is made
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola should rest a key £50m player in Wednesday’s EFL Cup quarter-final against Brentford at the Etihad Stadium, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Dec 16, 09:30
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Man City’s James Trafford transfer stance ‘revealed’ before January window amid interest from four clubs
Manchester City’s stance over the future of goalkeeper James Trafford becomes clear ahead of the January transfer window, according to a report.
Dec 16, 09:15
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"Take notice": Arsenal now sent clear Premier League title warning amid "different" Man City verdict
Premier League leaders Arsenal must “take notice” of Manchester City’s upturn in form and be prepared for their battle with a “different” side in the title race, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Dec 15, 17:30
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‘£100m Man City-level player’: Pep Guardiola warned of Crystal Palace ace before Premier League clash
One Crystal Palace star is a 'Man City-level' player who Pep Guardiola's side must be wary of in Sunday's Premier League clash at Selhurst Park, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Dec 12, 18:45
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Why Man City may need to score two goals against Real Madrid as “likely scenario” is made clear before Champions League clash
Manchester City must “plan” for the inevitable when they lock horns with Real Madrid in Wednesday’s Champions League showdown at the Bernabeu, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Dec 9, 11:39
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Man City expert drops new Premier League title prediction after "silly" Arsenal claim
It is “impossible” for Arsenal to not feel the pressure in their quest to win the Premier League title and it would be “silly” to write off rivals Manchester City at this stage of the season, Citizens expert Steven McInerney from Esteemed Kompany has told Sports Mole.
Dec 8, 21:12
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Rayan Cherki tipped to break Kevin De Bruyne record at Man City after "I am here moment"
Manchester City’s Rayan Cherki has the potential to become “one of greatest playmakers in Premier League history,” Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Dec 8, 18:04
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Man City vs. Sunderland: The key threat that could hurt Pep Guardiola’s side as expert drops interesting verdict
Manchester City expert Steven McInerney delivers his verdict to Sports Mole on what could be Sunderland's key threat that may hurt Pep Guardiola's side in Saturday's Premier League contest at the Etihad Stadium.
Dec 4, 14:30
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“No-brainer”: Man City urged to complete “crucial” transfer of £100m-rated star
Elliot Anderson to Manchester City is an “absolute no-brainer” and Pep Guardiola’s side “should be pursuing” the in-demand Nottingham Forest star, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Dec 2, 14:40
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James Trafford becomes the second Man City player who ‘wants out’ in January amid Premier League interest
James Trafford is one of two Manchester City players who is ready to leave the club in the January transfer window, according to a report.
Dec 2, 09:35
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The simple formula Man City need to beat Fulham as ‘almost certain’ Premier League prediction is made
Manchester City expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole what he believes is required from Pep Guardiola’s side if they wish to win away against Fulham in the Premier League on Tuesday night.
Dec 1, 21:30
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'Always going to be at the top': Pep Guardiola has a standard-setter at Man City - and it's not Erling Haaland
The “brave” mentality of one Man City standard-setter is what a lot of his teammates are currently lacking in Pep Guardiola’s team, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Dec 1, 18:20
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Pep Guardiola would be “silly not to play” Man City star vs. Leeds as bold Erling Haaland prediction is made
"It would be silly" for one Manchester City player not to start in Saturday’s Premier League clash with Leeds United at the Etihad Stadium, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 27, 12:30
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Highly-rated gem should “write off Man City career” if he makes “horrifically bad” transfer decision
Claudio Echeverri will “almost certainly” have his loan deal at Bayer Leverkusen terminated in January, but a return to boyhood club River Plate is a “horrifically bad idea”, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 25, 07:00
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“Needs to start ASAP”: Seven potential Man City changes before “hugely important” Bayer Leverkusen Champions League clash
One Man City player “needs to start ASAP” and could return to Pep Guardiola’s first XI for Tuesday’s Champions League clash with Bayer Leverkusen, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 24, 18:50
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Arsenal handed significant boost as the ‘asterisk’ hanging over Man City’s Premier League title challenge is made clear
The prolonged absence of injury-plagued star Rodri could prove costly for Manchester City in their quest to topple Arsenal in the Premier League title race, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 24, 17:00
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How Man City can silence Newcastle “superstar in the making” as expert makes Premier League prediction
Manchester City will find a way to keep Newcastle’s “superstar in the making” quiet in Saturday’s Premier League contest at St James’ Park, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 20, 17:50
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“Silly behaviour”: Newcastle, Aston Villa sent clear James Trafford transfer message amid Man City uncertainty
Manchester City expert Steven McInerney delivers a “very confident” verdict to Sports Mole on the future of goalkeeper James Trafford, who has been linked with a January transfer to clubs including Newcastle United and Aston Villa.
Nov 20, 08:45
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£65m transfer ‘not a priority’ for Man City - but "perfect" for Arsenal even after 2016 rejection
The signing of Antoine Semenyo should not be considered as an “essential priority” for Manchester City, but the Bournemouth star would be a “perfect” addition for Premier League rivals Arsenal, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 19, 17:12
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Nico O’Reilly: Thomas Tuchel given three clear reasons why Man City star “should be a lock” in his England team at World Cup
Manchester City starlet Nico O’Reilly has a “ridiculously strong chance” of being England's left-back at the 2026 World Cup, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 12, 16:00
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Phil Foden: Thomas Tuchel told how Man City star can become a “world-class winner” for England
Thomas Tuchel’s England squad need the “world-class winner” that Phil Foden can become if he is given the chance to play regularly in a central midfield role, Manchester City expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 12, 12:40
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Arsenal warned why they should “fear” Man City as expert makes Premier League title prediction
Arsenal’s Premier League title hopes face a major threat from an improving Manchester City side with “frightening potential”, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 11, 11:50
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“World class”: Man City expert claims £55m star’s display was ‘as good as anything’ seen against Liverpool
Jeremy Doku is not a “25-goal-a-season player”, but he can still develop into a “world-class player” for Manchester City under manager Pep Guardiola, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 11, 08:40
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Man City vs. Liverpool: Virgil van Dijk “will have trouble” against Erling Haaland if Pep Guardiola opts to “copy and paste” for Premier League clash
Erling Haaland will “trouble” Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk if Manchester City repeat their Bournemouth blueprint in Sunday’s Premier League showdown at the Etihad Stadium, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 7, 10:55
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Borussia Dortmund “too naive” to stop Man City as bold Erling Haaland prediction is made for Champions League clash
Manchester City could benefit from a “naive” approach by Borussia Dortmund in Wednesday’s Champions League contest at the Etihad Stadium, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 4, 19:25
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Mateo Kovacic injury setback “a real shame” - but two Man City stars stand to benefit under Pep Guardiola
Mateo Kovacic’s latest injury setback is a “real shame” for the Manchester City midfielder, but Pep Guardiola’s side are in a “reasonably decent position” to cope without him, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 4, 08:50
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How Matheus Nunes can help Man City save £90m in transfer market and solve Pep Guardiola’s right-back puzzle
Manchester City may not need to splash the cash on a new right-back if Matheus Nunes continues to improve in his new defensive role, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 4, 08:30
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Nico O’Reilly: “The sky is the limit” for “perfect” Man City starlet - and it could spell trouble for Rayan Ait-Nouri
Manchester City starlet Nico O’Reilly has all the attributes to be considered a “perfect” full-back for Pep Guardiola’s side, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 3, 18:30
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Rayan Cherki, Phil Foden give Man City fans the “first taste of something special” after “goosebumps” moment in Bournemouth win
Rayan Cherki’s performance alongside fellow playmaker Phil Foden in Manchester City’s 3-1 Premier League win over Bournemouth on Sunday was the ‘first taste of something special’, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 3, 15:10
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Man City vs. Bournemouth: Pep Guardiola must unleash “cheat code” to quell “ridiculous” Antoine Semenyo threat
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola should unleash a “cheat code” to quell the threat of Bournemouth’s “ridiculous” Antoine Semenyo on Sunday, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Oct 31, 11:27
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Swansea vs. Man City: “Mad” Erling Haaland start verdict delivered as “incredible” EFL Cup benefits are highlighted
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola would be “mad” to play Erling Haaland in Wednesday’s EFL Cup fourth-round tie away against Swansea City, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Oct 28, 08:30
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Inconsistent Man City trio are “lacking conviction” and Pep Guardiola must focus on key “issue”
Manchester City wingers Savinho, Oscar Bobb and Jeremy Doku are all “lacking conviction” and their inconsistent form must be addressed by manager Pep Guardiola, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Oct 27, 17:15
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Aston Villa vs. Man City: Unai Emery’s side ‘don’t play uniquely anymore’ and Pep Guardiola has "got wise to it”
Manchester City’s current squad is “more suited to handle” the threat posed by an Aston Villa outfit who were the “archetypal side built to disrupt” the Citizens in recent years, Esteemed Kompany’s Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Oct 24, 12:25
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Rayan Cherki: Man City fans licking their lips after Pep Guardiola makes bold claim about £34m “street player”
Pep Guardiola is excited to integrate summer signing Rayan Cherki into his Manchester City team following a lengthy spell on the sidelines.
Oct 20, 21:15
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Villarreal vs. Man City: Champions League tie ‘will not be a stroll’ for Pep Guardiola’s side - but there is reason to be confident
Manchester City should be confident of success in Tuesday’s Champions League clash with Villarreal, but it is “not going to be a stroll” for Pep Guardiola’s side, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Oct 20, 20:20
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Man City 2-0 Everton: How talismanic Erling Haaland has “changed his game” in two key areas for Pep Guardiola’s side
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland is in “sensational form” and has “changed his game” in two key areas for Pep Guardiola’s side this season, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Oct 20, 15:00
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Man City vs. Everton: Why Jack Grealish absence is a “massive blow” for Toffees as Pep Guardiola is handed “minor miracle” boost
The absence of Everton’s “main man” Jack Grealish is a “massive blow” for the Toffees ahead of Saturday’s Premier League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Oct 16, 17:45
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