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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F38%2Froy-hodgson-pep-guardiola.jpg "Roy Hodgson and Pep Guardiola shake hands ahead of the Premier League game between Manchester City and Crystal Palace on September 23, 2017")
Roy Hodgson reflects on "harsh lesson"
Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson says that his side have been dealt "a harsh lesson" after they were comprehensively beaten 5-0 at Manchester City.Sep 23, 16:55
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F38%2Fraheem-sterling.jpg "Raheem Sterling celebrates with teammates after scoring during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Crystal Palace on September 23, 2017")
Manchester City put five past Crystal Palace
Manchester City heap more misery on rock-bottom Crystal Palace with a 5-0 win at the Etihad Stadium, with Raheem Sterling scoring twice for the Premier League leaders.Sep 23, 15:56
Live Commentary: Manchester City 5-0 Crystal Palace - as it happened
Relive Manchester City's 5-0 thrashing of rock-bottom Crystal Palace at the Etihad Stadium, with Sports Mole's minute-by-minute updates.Sep 23, 13:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F14%2Ffabian-delph_1.jpg "Fabian Delph celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Hull City on April 8, 2017")
Stoke City 'revive Fabian Delph interest'
Stoke City will 'revive their interest' in Manchester City midfielder Fabian Delph on transfer deadline day, according to a report.Aug 30, 19:45
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Ffootball-general.JPG "A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016")
Preview:Manchester City vs. Everton
Sports Mole previews Monday night's Premier League meeting between Manchester City and Everton at the Etihad Stadium.Aug 18, 17:19
Mark Hughes: 'Stoke City unlikely to sign Fabian Delph'
Mark Hughes says that Stoke City are unlikely to push ahead with their attempt to sign Fabian Delph, while also offering an update on the future of Joe Allen.Aug 11, 10:05
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F15%2Fross-barkley.jpg "Ross Barkley in action during the Premier League game between Everton and Burnley on April 15, 2017")
Manchester City, Tottenham Hotspur 'leading six-team race for Ross Barkley'
Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly leading a six-team race to sign Ross Barkley from Everton this summer.Jul 30, 19:23
Report: Manchester City want £14m for Fabian Delph
Manchester City reportedly demand £14m for midfielder Fabian Delph amid interest from Stoke City.Jul 27, 20:57
Newcastle United 'join race for Fabian Delph'
Newcastle United reportedly join Stoke City in the pursuit of Manchester City midfielder Fabian Delph.Jul 9, 16:07
Report: Stoke City launch £12m bid for midfielder Fabian Delph
Fabian Delph is reportedly wanted by Stoke City and West Bromwich Albion, but it is the Potters who lead the race after making a £12m offer to Manchester City.Jul 6, 17:44
David Ginola urges owner Mike Ashley to back Rafael Benitez
David Ginola tells Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley to stop digging in his heels and instead back Rafael Benitez to bring in all the players he requires this summer.Jun 27, 19:51
Report: Rafael Benitez considering Newcastle United future over transfer setbacks?
Rafael Benitez is thought to be considering his future at Newcastle United after suffering several transfer setbacks over the last few weeks, according to reports.Jun 24, 21:46
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F15%2Fpep-guardiola.jpg "Pep Guardiola watches on during the Premier League game between Southampton and Manchester City on April 15, 2017`")
Manchester City 'to fund summer spending spree with mass clearout'
Manchester City reportedly plan to fund a large chunk of their £300m transfer spree with a mass clearout of players which could raise around £130m.Jun 15, 13:55
Manchester City 'value Fabian Delph at £12m'
A report claims that Manchester City value England midfielder Fabian Delph at £12m, with Stoke City and West Bromwich Albion two clubs that could make a move.Jun 8, 08:39
Newcastle United, West Brom and Burnley interested in Fabian Delph?
Newcastle United, West Bromwich Albion and Burnley are all reportedly interested in signing Manchester City midfielder Fabian Delph.Jun 5, 09:46
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F15%2Fsergio-aguero.jpg "Sergio Aguero celebrates netting the third during the Premier League game between Southampton and Manchester City on April 15, 2017`")
Team News: Sergio Aguero fit to start West Bromwich Albion clash
Sergio Aguero recovers from a groin strain to start Manchester City's Premier League clash with West Bromwich Albion.May 16, 18:09
Preview:Manchester City vs. West Bromwich Albion
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Premier League clash between top-four chasing Manchester City and West Bromwich Albion at the Etihad Stadium.May 15, 20:16
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F14%2Fjohn-stones.jpg "John Stones in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester City on April 5, 2017")
Defender John Stones back in contention for Manchester City
Manchester City will be able to choose John Stones in their final two games of the season, but Fabian Delph is unlikely to play any further part.May 15, 14:33
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F50%2Fpep-guardiola.jpg "Pep Guardiola watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Watford on December 14, 2016")
Team News: Pep Guardiola makes four changes to Manchester City XI
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola makes four changes to his side for the Premier League clash with Southampton.Apr 15, 16:07
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F49%2Fjesus-navas.jpg "Jesus Navas in action during the Champions League game between Manchester City and Celtic on December 6, 2016")
Pep Guardiola happy with makeshift right-back Jesus Navas
Pep Guardiola is delighted with makeshift right-back Jesus Navas after he helped Manchester City claim a 3-1 win over Hull City on Saturday.Apr 8, 18:17
Manchester City make light work of Hull City
Manchester City return to winning ways in the Premier League with a comfortable 3-1 victory over Hull City at the Etihad Stadium.Apr 8, 15:55
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F13%2Fkevin-de-bruyne.jpg "Kevin De Bruyne takes a seat on March 8, 2017")
Team News: Four changes for Manchester City
Kevin De Bruyne starts among the substitutes as Manchester City welcome Hull City.Apr 8, 13:04
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F14%2Fleroy-sane.jpg "Leroy Sane celebrates after Ahmed Elmohamady's own goal during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Hull City on April 8, 2017")
Live Commentary: Manchester City 3-1 Hull City - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage of Manchester City's 3-1 victory over Hull City in the Premier League.Apr 8, 13:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F41%2Fvincent-kompany_1.jpg "Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany warms up before his side's Premier League match against Everton at the Etihad Stadium on October 15, 2016")
Pep Guardiola pleased with Vincent Kompany, Fabian Delph displays
Man City boss Pep Guardiola heaps praise on Vincent Kompany and Fabian Delph after both made their long-awaited returns to the side during the 2-1 defeat to Chelsea.Apr 7, 17:03
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola to target Tottenham Hotspur trio?
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is reportedly keen to sign at least one of Kyle Walker, Danny Rose or Dele Alli from Tottenham Hotspur.Apr 6, 10:30
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Feden-hazard_1.JPG "Chelsea midfielder Eden Hazard in action during his side's Premier League clash with Southampton at St Mary's Stadium on October 30, 2016")
Eden Hazard keeps Chelsea seven points clear at top of Premier League
Chelsea beat Manchester City 2-1 at Stamford Bridge to remain seven points clear at the summit, courtesy of two goals from Eden Hazard.Apr 5, 20:51
Team News: Vincent Kompany, Fabian Delph start for Manchester City
Vincent Kompany and Fabian Delph start for Manchester City's trip to Chelsea.Apr 5, 18:04
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F01%2Fpep-guardiola.jpg "Pep Guardiola watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Burnley on January 2, 2017")
Pep Guardiola: 'English players are so expensive'
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says that he would like to work with more English players but feels that they are too expensive in the transfer market.Mar 7, 15:56
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F08%2Ffabian-delph-manchester-city.jpg "Manchester City's Fabian Delph in action against Huddersfield Town on February 18, 2017")
Huddersfield Town hold Manchester City to earn FA Cup replay
Huddersfield Town hold Manchester City to a 0-0 draw to earn an FA Cup fifth-round replay at the Etihad Stadium.Feb 18, 16:53
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F41%2Fslaven-bilic_2.jpg "West Ham manager Slaven Bilic during the EFL Cup (3rd Round) match between West Ham United and Accrington Stanley at the London Stadium on September 21, 2016")
Team News: Jose Fonte makes West Ham United debut against Manchester City
Jose Fonte makes his debut for West Ham United in Wednesday's Premier League clash against Manchester City at the London Stadium.Feb 1, 18:56
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Fpep-guardiola-yaya-toure.jpg "Pep Guardiola has a word with Yaya Toure during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Manchester City on November 19, 2016")
Yaya Toure seals comfortable Manchester City victory at Crystal Palace
Goals from Raheem Sterling, Leroy Sane and Yaya Toure guide Manchester City to a fifth-round win at Crystal Palace.Jan 28, 17:03
Team News: Gabriel Jesus starts for Manchester City in FA Cup
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola hands a start to Gabriel Jesus for his side's FA Cup fourth-round clash with Crystal Palace.Jan 28, 14:12
Leeds United favourites to sign Fabian Delph from Manchester City
Manchester City midfielder Fabian Delph could be on his way back to Leeds United this month, according to the bookmakers.Jan 20, 22:50
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F52%2Fpep-guardiola_1.JPG "Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola watches on during his side's Premier League clash with Hull City at the Etihad Stadium on Boxing Day")
Pep Guardiola 'planning major Manchester City clearout'
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is reportedly planning a major overhaul of his squad during the summer transfer window.Jan 16, 22:26
West Bromwich Albion knocked back in pursuit of Fabian Delph?
Manchester City want to keep hold of Fabian Delph and will not entertain any offers for him from West Bromwich Albion, according to a report.Jan 16, 16:56
Report: Olympiacos interested in Aston Villa defender Aly Cissokho
Aston Villa full-back Aly Cissokho is reportedly on Olympiacos's radar, with the Villans ready to cash in on a player now into the final 18 months of his contract.Jan 7, 20:42
Latest team news: Hull City vs. Manchester City
The latest team news as rock-bottom Hull City welcome a resurgent Manchester City on Boxing Day.Dec 24, 13:29
Pep Guardiola not ruling out January arrivals at Manchester City
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola insists that he is "happy" with his squad, but refuses to rule out January arrivals.Dec 23, 21:22
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F47%2Fpep-guardiola.JPG "Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola looks on during his side's Premier League clash with Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park on November 19, 2016")
Preview:Manchester City vs. Arsenal
Sports Mole previews Sunday's mouth-watering Premier League clash between Manchester City and Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium.Dec 16, 14:35
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F40%2Fscott-hogan.jpg "Scott Hogan poses with his Player of the Month award for September 2016")
West Bromwich Albion interested in Scott Hogan?
West Bromwich Albion are reportedly considering a £7m January bid for Brentford's prolific striker Scott Hogan.Dec 16, 12:43
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