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Premier League | Gameweek 18
Dec 22, 2018 at 3pm UK
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They are 'probably the team of our generation': Townsend amazed by win at City
The Crystal Palace winger scored a superb goal in the 3-2 win at the Etihad.Dec 23, 22:31
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Fabian Delph not pressing the panic button after Crystal Palace defeat
The result left the champions trailing Premier League leaders Liverpool by four points.Dec 23, 13:01
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Guardiola defends team selection as Crystal Palace claim surprise Etihad win
The champions were beaten 3-2 at home.Dec 22, 18:58
The Match
Match Report
Manchester City cede further ground in the Premier League title race by throwing away a one-goal lead to lose 3-2 at home to Crystal Palace.
Live Commentary
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Manchester City's shock 3-2 home loss to Crystal Palace, as the hosts lost further ground in the title race.
Preview
Sports Mole previews Saturday afternoon's Premier League clash between champions Manchester City and Crystal Palace, including team news and predictions.
Build-up
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Pep Guardiola hails 'incredible' Raheem Sterling gestures
Sterling has impressed his manager on and off the field.Dec 21, 22:31
Manchester City boss Guardiola dismisses Klopp's 'unbeatable' claim
Liverpool manager Klopp said that "only City can stop City".Dec 21, 15:18
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Sergio Aguero record vs. Crystal Palace
Ahead of Manchester City's meeting with Crystal Palace this weekend, Sports Mole looks at Sergio Aguero's overall record against the Eagles.Dec 20, 15:21
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How Manchester City could line up against Crystal Palace
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up against Crystal Palace for Saturday afternoon's Premier League clash.Dec 20, 12:56
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