Kevin De Bruyne in action for Manchester City on April 3, 2019
New Manchester City captain: The contenders
The Belgian spent 11 years at City.
May 20, 09:20
Vincent Kompany celebrates his crucial goal during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Leicester City on May 6, 2019
David Silva leads tributes to departing Vincent Kompany
Kompany's teammates expressed their thanks on Twitter following the announcement of his departure.
May 19, 21:16
Manchester City players celebrate after their second goal against Watford in the FA Cup final on May 18, 2019
Manchester City rip apart Watford in FA Cup final to seal historic treble
Manchester City beat Watford 6-0 in the FA Cup final, with Raheem Sterling helping himself to a hat-trick, as they become the first English side to win a domestic treble.
May 18, 17:52
Manchester City players celebrate after their second goal against Watford in the FA Cup final on May 18, 2019
Live Commentary: Manchester City 6-0 Watford - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of the 138th FA Cup final, as Manchester City cruised to a 6-0 victory over Watford at Wembley Stadium.
May 18, 15:00
Philippe Coutinho in action for Barcelona on March 9, 2019
Jamie Carragher urges Liverpool to re-sign Philippe Coutinho
Jamie Carragher urges Liverpool to make an attempt to re-sign Philippe Coutinho from Barcelona this summer.
May 18, 08:57
Liverpool's Sadio Mane celebrates scoring against Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League on May 12, 2019.
Premier League Team of the Week - Sadio Mane, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Wilfried Zaha
Sports Mole selects its final Premier League team of the week from a memorable 2018-19 campaign, including Sadio Mane, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Wilfried Zaha.
May 13, 21:44
Sporting Lisbon midfielder Bruno Fernandes celebrates after scoring during a Europa League group game in November 2018
Manchester City in talks over £42m deal for Bruno Fernandes?
A report claims that Manchester City have started negotiating a possible £42m deal with Sporting Lisbon for midfielder Bruno Fernandes.
May 6, 08:03
David Silva in action during the EFL Cup semi-final game between Manchester City and Burton Albion on January 9, 2019
Report: Vissel Kobe want David Silva to link up with Andres Iniesta
Manchester City midfielder David Silva will reportedly be offered a lucrative contract to join Vissel Kobe at the end of the season.
May 3, 17:05
Alexis Sanchez in action during the FA Cup third-round game between Manchester United and Reading on January 5, 2019
Friday's papers: Alexis Sanchez, Eden Hazard, David Silva
Ryan Sessegnon, Ruben Dias and Alexis Sanchez are all being talked about in Friday's papers.
May 3, 05:54
Manchester City players celebrate scoring their second goal against Manchester United on April 24, 2019
Man City take giant stride towards title with derby win over Manchester United
Manchester City move to within three wins of successfully defending the Premier League title courtesy of a 2-0 triumph over local rivals Manchester United at Old Trafford.
Apr 24, 20:55
Manchester City winger Raheem Sterling in action during the EFL Cup final against Chelsea on February 24, 2019
Combined XI: Manchester United vs. Manchester City
Sports Mole selects its strongest combined XI from the squads of Manchester United and Manchester City ahead of Wednesday's crucial derby at Old Trafford.
Apr 23, 15:24
Manchester City defender Vincent Kompany in action during the EFL Cup final against Chelsea on February 24, 2019
How Manchester City could line up against Manchester United
Sports Mole looks at how title-chasing Manchester City could line up for Wednesday's crucial Premier League derby against Manchester United at Old Trafford.
Apr 23, 14:41
Manchester United forward Anthony Martial scored a penalty during the derby against Manchester City on November 11, 2018
Preview:Manchester United vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's blockbuster derby between top-four hopefuls Manchester United and title-chasing Manchester City, both of whom need a win at Old Trafford.
Apr 23, 11:58
Manchester City's Sergio Aguero scores against Tottenham Hotspur in the Champions League on April 17, 2019
Combined XI: Manchester City vs. Tottenham Hotspur
Sports Mole selects its strongest combined XI from Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur ahead of Saturday's crucial Premier League showdown at the Etihad.
Apr 18, 15:30
Raheem Sterling celebrates scoring for Manchester City against Crystal Palace in the Premier League on April 14, 2019.
Raheem Sterling nets twice as Manchester City beat Crystal Palace
Raheem Sterling nets a double as Manchester City strengthen their Premier League title bid with a 3-1 win over Crystal Palace on Sunday afternoon.
Apr 14, 15:00
Manchester City winger Raheem Sterling in action during the EFL Cup final against Chelsea on February 24, 2019
Combined XI: Tottenham Hotspur vs. Manchester City
Sports Mole selects a combined XI ahead of Tuesday's Champions League clash between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City.
Apr 8, 11:34
Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero celebrates scoring his second goal against Schalke 04 on March 12, 2019
How Manchester City could line up against Tottenham Hotspur
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up in Tuesday night's Champions League clash with Tottenham Hotspur.
Apr 7, 19:22
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola watches on against Everton in the Premier League on February 6, 2019
Preview:Tottenham Hotspur vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides the team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of Tottenham Hotspur's Champions League clash with Manchester City in London.
Apr 7, 18:47
Manchester City players celebrate the opening goal against Brighton in their FA Cup semi-final on April 6, 2019
Quadruple-chasing Manchester City edge into FA Cup final
Manchester City take a significant step towards a potential quadruple by edging to a 1-0 win over Brighton which seals their place in the FA Cup final.
Apr 6, 18:25
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola watches on during his side's Premier League clash with Cardiff City on April 3, 2019
Preview:Manchester City vs. Brighton & Hove Albion - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's FA Cup final between quadruple-chasing Manchester City and Brighton & Hove Albion at Wembley, including predictions and team news.
Apr 4, 20:07
Raheem Sterling celebrates putting his side back ahead during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Bournemouth on December 1, 2018
How Manchester City could line up against Brighton & Hove Albion
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up for Saturday's FA Cup semi-final against Brighton & Hove Albion at Wembley.
Apr 4, 15:00
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne celebrates scoring the opening goal against Cardiff on April 3, 2019
Kevin De Bruyne stars as Manchester City return top with win over Cardiff City
Manchester City cruise to a 2-0 win over Cardiff City to regain top spot in the Premier League table, now sitting one point clear of Liverpool.
Apr 3, 20:37
Finally a fresh image of Joao Felix in action for Benfica in February 2019
Report: Real Madrid lead chase for Benfica youngster Joao Felix
Real Madrid are rumoured to be the frontrunners to sign Joao Felix from Benfica, having taken advantage of Manchester United and Manchester City's hesitancy.
Apr 2, 22:23
Bernardo Silva celebrates scoring Manchester City's first goal against Fulham in the Premier League on March 30, 2019
Manchester City back on top courtesy of win at struggling Fulham
Manchester City rise above Liverpool to the top of the Premier League table courtesy of a 2-0 victory against Fulham.
Mar 30, 14:23
Sergio Ramos celebrates scoring for Spain on March 23, 2019
Preview:Malta vs. Spain - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides the team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of Tuesday's Euro 2020 qualifier between Malta and Spain.
Mar 24, 18:28
Sergio Ramos reacts during the Nations League game between Spain and England on October 15, 2018
How Spain could line up against Norway
Sports Mole looks at how Spain could line up in Saturday's Euro 2020 qualifier with Norway.
Mar 21, 14:25
Sergio Ramos reacts during the Nations League game between Spain and England on October 15, 2018
Preview:Spain vs. Norway - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides the team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of the Euro 2020 qualifier between Spain and Norway.
Mar 21, 14:05
Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero celebrates scoring the winner against Swansea City on March 16, 2019
Manchester City survive Swansea City scare to reach FA Cup semi-finals
Manchester City come from two goals down to beat Swansea City 3-2 in controversial fashion, sealing their place in the semi-finals of the FA Cup.
Mar 16, 19:16
Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden celebrates scoring against Schalke 04 on March 12, 2019
How Manchester City could line up against Swansea City
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up for Saturday's FA Cup quarter-final with Swansea City as they continue their quadruple quest.
Mar 14, 15:00
Manchester City celebrate a goal from Raheem Sterling against Watford in the Premier League on March 9, 2019.
Raheem Sterling nets treble as Manchester City beat Watford
Raheem Sterling nets a second-half hat-trick as Manchester City register a 3-1 win over Watford in Saturday's Premier League clash at the Etihad Stadium.
Mar 9, 19:23
Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne sits injured on March 2, 2019
How Manchester City could line up against Watford
Sports Mole looks at how Premier League leaders Manchester City could line up against Watford as Pep Guardiola contends with the absences of some key players.
Mar 7, 19:30
Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk pictured on February 9, 2019
Premier League Team of the Week - Romelu Lukaku, Virgil van Dijk, Raul Jimenez
Sports Mole selects its Premier League team of the week for gameweek 29, including Romelu Lukaku, Virgil van Dijk and three Wolverhampton Wanderers players.
Mar 4, 13:49
Manchester City's Riyad Mahrez celebrates with Bernardo Silva after opening the scoring against Bournemouth on March 2, 2019
Manchester City break Bournemouth resolve to return top
Manchester City return to the top of the Premier League table as Riyad Mahrez scores the only goal of the game in a narrow 1-0 win over Bournemouth.
Mar 2, 16:54
Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk pictured on February 9, 2019
Robertson paints picture of Reds rock Van Dijk as player of the year
The Liverpool defenders have helped keep 16 clean sheets in the Premier League this season.
Feb 28, 22:30
Pep Guardiola and Manuel Pellegrini greet each other ahead of West Ham 'sPremier League game with Manchester City.
Preview:Manchester City vs. West Ham United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday night's Premier League clash between champions Manchester City and West Ham United, including predictions, teams news and lineups.
Feb 26, 12:43
Manchester City midfielder Fernandinho in action during the EFL Cup final against Chelsea on February 24, 2019
How Manchester City could line up against West Ham United
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up for Wednesday night's Premier League clash with West Ham United after suffering injuries to key players at Wembley.
Feb 25, 15:37
Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero celebrates his first goal against Chelsea on February 10, 2019
Combined XI: Chelsea vs. Manchester City
Ahead of Sunday's EFL Cup final between Chelsea and Manchester City at Wembley, Sports Mole selects its strongest combined XI from both squads.
Feb 23, 18:25
Sergio Aguero and David Silva celebrate Manchester City's opening goal against Schalke 04 in the Champions League on February 20, 2019.
Manchester City stun Schalke 04 with late comeback in Champions League
Manchester City net two late goals to register a dramatic 3-2 victory over Schalke 04 in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie in Germany.
Feb 20, 22:00
Manchester City celebrate taking the lead against Everton in the Premier League on February 6, 2019.
How Manchester City could line up against Schalke 04
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up for the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie against Schalke 04.
Feb 18, 13:23
Leroy Sane is joined in celebration by Gabriel Jesus after scoring for Manchester City against Hoffenheim in their Champions League clash on December 12, 2018
Preview:Schalke 04 vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of the Champions League last-16 first leg between Schalke 04 and Manchester City.
Feb 18, 13:00
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