Kevin De Bruyne in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Leicester City on February 10, 2018
Preview:Manchester City vs. Basel - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews the Champions League action as Manchester City welcome the visit of Basel in the second leg of their last-16 clash at the Etihad.
Mar 6, 14:38
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson in action during his side's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at St James' Park on October 1, 2017
Tony Cascarino: 'Jordan Henderson as good as N'Golo Kante, Nemanja Matic'
Former Chelsea forward Tony Cascarino claims that Liverpool midfielder Jordan Henderson plays to the same level as N'Golo Kante and Nemanja Matic.
Mar 5, 12:21
Alvaro Morata complains during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester United on November 5, 2017
Team News: Alvaro Morata misses out for Chelsea against Manchester City
Alvaro Morata is dropped to the bench for Chelsea's Premier League clash with champions-elect Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium.
Mar 4, 15:01
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola at the Premier League match against West Ham United on December 3, 2017
Preview:Manchester City vs. Chelsea - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole brings you predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of the Premier League clash between Manchester City and Chelsea.
Mar 2, 17:18
Danny Welbeck in action during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Sunderland on May 16, 2017
Team News: Danny Welbeck starts for Arsenal
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger hands a start to forward Danny Welbeck for Thursday's Premier League clash with Manchester City.
Mar 1, 18:48
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola at the Premier League match against West Ham United on December 3, 2017
Pep Guardiola: 'Raheem Sterling is much, much better'
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola reveals that winger Raheem Sterling has made progress in recovering from a hamstring problem.
Feb 28, 15:32
Pep Guardiola distractedly hugs Arsene Wenger after the Premier League match between Arsenal and Manchester City on April 2, 2017
Preview:Arsenal vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole assembles predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of Manchester City's Premier League trip to Arsenal.
Feb 27, 11:14
Fernandinho in action for Manchester City on December 13, 2017
Dermot Gallagher: 'Referee right not to send off Fernandinho in EFL Cup final'
Former Premier League official Dermot Gallagher says that the referee was correct not to send off Manchester City midfielder Fernandinho in the EFL Cup final.
Feb 26, 19:30
Jack Wilshere in the Premier League match between Arsenal and Newcastle United on December 16, 2017
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere hits out at EFL Cup final referee
Midfielder Jack Wilshere claims that Arsenal were on the wrong end of three important refereeing decisions in the 3-0 defeat to Manchester City in the EFL Cup final.
Feb 26, 18:54
Fernandinho celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Manchester City and West Bromwich Albion on January 31, 2018
Fernandinho injured in EFL Cup win
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola confirms that midfielder Fernandinho was injured in the club's EFL Cup final victory over Arsenal on Sunday.
Feb 26, 11:30
Aaron Ramsey models his new haircut during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Arsenal on January 14, 2018
Team News: Aaron Ramsey starts for Arsenal against Manchester City
Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey starts for the Gunners in the EFL Cup final against Manchester City.
Feb 25, 15:34
Raheem Sterling doth protest too much during the Champions League game between Manchester City and Shakhtar Donetsk on September 26, 2017
Report: Raheem Sterling in dark over new Manchester City deal
Manchester City forward Raheem Sterling, linked with a move to Real Madrid, has reportedly been left in the dark as to when he will be offered a contract extension.
Feb 23, 13:50
Mesut Ozil celebrates getting the opener during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Newcastle United on December 16, 2017
Combined XI: Arsenal vs. Manchester City
Ahead of Sunday's EFL Cup final between Arsenal and Manchester City, Sports Mole selects the strongest combined XI from both squads.
Feb 23, 13:49
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola at the Premier League match against West Ham United on December 3, 2017
Will Grigg shatters Manchester City's quadruple hopes
Will Grigg's late winner sees Wigan Athletic record a memorable 1-0 victory over 10-man Manchester City in the fifth round of the FA Cup at the DW Stadium.
Feb 19, 21:50
Fernandinho in action for Manchester City on December 13, 2017
Fernandinho: 'Manchester City have incredible preparation'
Manchester City midfielder Fernandinho hails the club's "incredible preparation" as a unique factor in the team's performances.
Feb 14, 16:59
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: 'Vincent Kompany will lift Premier League title'
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola confirms that captain Vincent Kompany will lift any trophies the team win this season, despite only playing a bit-part role.
Feb 12, 13:34
Sergio Aguero in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Leicester City on February 10, 2018
Sergio Aguero scores four in Manchester City rout
Sergio Aguero scores four second-half goals to fire Manchester City to a 5-1 victory over Leicester City, taking them 16 points clear at the top of the Premier League.
Feb 10, 19:23
Riyad Mahrez ahead of the Premier League match between Manchester City and Leicester City on February 10, 2018
Team News: Riyad Mahrez on bench for Leicester City against Manchester City
Leicester City midfielder Riyad Mahrez starts on the bench for the Foxes against Manchester City.
Feb 10, 16:32
A general shot of the corner flag at the Etihad Stadium prior to Manchester City's Premier League clash with Middlesbrough on November 5, 2016
Mircea Lucescu: 'Fred will join Manchester City'
Former Shakhtar Donetsk boss Mircea Lucescu says that Brazilian midfielder Fred will join Manchester City and not Manchester United this summer.
Feb 8, 13:49
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola at the Premier League match against West Ham United on December 3, 2017
Pep Guardiola pleased with "nice performance" in win over West Bromwich Albion
Pep Guardiola is pleased with Manchester City's "nice performance" in their 3-0 Premier League win over West Bromwich Albion on Wednesday night.
Jan 31, 22:47
Fernandinho celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Manchester City and West Bromwich Albion on January 31, 2018
Live Commentary: Manchester City 3-0 West Bromwich Albion - as it happened
Relive how Man City went 15 points clear at the top of the table with a 3-0 win over West Brom, courtesy of Sports Mole's minute-by-minute updates from the Etihad Stadium.
Jan 31, 19:00
Kevin De Bruyne celebrates with teammates after scoring an equaliser during the EFL Cup game between Manchester City and Bristol City on January 9, 2018
Pep Guardiola: 'Manchester City squad not perfect'
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola admits that he faces a challenge keeping each member of his squad happy, as he rejects the notion of having 'the perfect squad'.
Jan 26, 16:11
Sergio Aguero celebrates with Bernardo Silva after scoring during the EFL Cup game between Bristol City and Manchester City on January 23, 2018
Manchester City keep quadruple hopes alive by reaching EFL Cup final
Manchester City survive a late scare at Ashton Gate to beat Bristol City 3-2 on the night and 5-3 on aggregate, sealing their place in the final of the EFL Cup.
Jan 23, 21:45
Pep Guardiola watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Liverpool on September 9, 2017
Manchester City bring forward Fred transfer plans?
Shakhtar Donetsk midfielder Fred is reportedly a January target for Manchester City, as manager Pep Guardiola has had to reconsider his transfer plans.
Jan 22, 15:58
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola at the Premier League match against West Ham United on December 3, 2017
Can Manchester City lift EFL Cup to stay on course for treble?
Manchester City's hopes of winning the quadruple are over, but can Pep Guardiola's side remain on course for the treble by beating Arsenal in the EFL Cup final?
Jan 20, 18:44
Pep Guardiola embraces Rafael Benitez ahead of the Premier League game between Newcastle United and Manchester City on December 27, 2017
Team News: Two changes for Manchester City against Newcastle United
Manchester City make two changes as the club host Newcastle United at the Etihad Stadium in Saturday's late kickoff.
Jan 20, 16:33
Kevin De Bruyne in action during the EFL Cup game between Manchester City and Bristol City on January 9, 2018
Kevin De Bruyne to sign new six-year deal at Manchester City?
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne is reportedly ready to pen a new six-year contract worth £260,000 per week at the Etihad Stadium.
Jan 20, 09:51
A general shot of the corner flag at the Etihad Stadium prior to Manchester City's Premier League clash with Middlesbrough on November 5, 2016
Fernandinho pens Manchester City contract extension
Fernandinho signs a new two-and-a-half-year deal at Manchester City to put an end to questions over his future.
Jan 19, 10:07
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain scores the opener during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Manchester City on January 14, 2018
Liverpool end Manchester City's unbeaten run
Liverpool end Manchester City's hopes of an invincible season with a thrilling 4-3 victory over the Premier League leaders at Anfield.
Jan 14, 17:56
Virgil van Dijk in action for the Reds during the FA Cup game between Liverpool and Everton on January 5, 2018
Team News: Virgil van Dijk misses out against Manchester City due to injury
Virgil van Dijk is left out of Liverpool's squad to face Manchester City due to a hamstring injury, as Jurgen Klopp makes three changes to his starting lineup.
Jan 14, 15:02
Pep Guardiola watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Liverpool on September 9, 2017
Manchester City to launch £45m bid for Shakhtar Donetsk midfielder Fred?
Manchester City reportedly decide to launch a £45m offer for Shakhtar Donetsk midfielder Fred, who they want to provide competition in the middle of the pitch.
Jan 13, 10:25
Roberto Firmino battles with Sergio Aguero during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Liverpool on September 9, 2017
Combined XI: Liverpool vs. Manchester City
In the buildup to Liverpool's Premier League showdown with Manchester City, Sports Mole selects a strongest combined XI from both squads.
Jan 12, 13:22
Sergio Aguero in action during the Premier League game between Newcastle United and Manchester City on December 27, 2017
Team News: Pep Guardiola leaves out Sergio Aguero for semi-final first leg
Sergio Aguero is left out of Manchester City's starting lineup to face Bristol City, as Pep Guardiola makes four changes for the EFL Cup semi-final first leg.
Jan 9, 18:48
Pep Guardiola watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Liverpool on September 9, 2017
Manchester City considering £30m Fred offer?
Manchester City are believed to be considering a £30m offer for Shakhtar Donetsk midfielder Fred, as manager Pep Guardiola looks to secure his services from next season.
Jan 9, 15:04
Sergio Aguero in action during the Premier League game between Newcastle United and Manchester City on December 27, 2017
Manchester City come from behind to reach FA Cup fourth round
Manchester City come from behind to beat Burnley 4-1 at the Etihad Stadium, sealing their place in the fourth round of the FA Cup.
Jan 6, 16:51
Kyle Walker congratulates Raheem Sterling for making it 2-0 during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Bournemouth on December 23, 2017
Raheem Sterling strike sends Manchester City 15 points clear
Raheem Sterling scores the only goal of the game as Manchester City overcome Newcastle United 1-0 at St James' Park to move 15 points clear at the top of the table.
Dec 27, 21:37
Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany warms up before his side's Premier League match against Everton at the Etihad Stadium on October 15, 2016
Vincent Kompany taken off early in Manchester City game at Newcastle United
Vincent Kompany manages only 11 minutes of Manchester City's game against Newcastle United before having to come off with an apparent injury.
Dec 27, 21:00
Manchester City defender Nicolas Otamendi before the Champions League match against Napoli on October 17, 2017
Nicolas Otamendi signs new two-year Manchester City deal?
Manchester City reportedly reward defender Nicolas Otamendi with a two-year contract extension keeping him at the Etihad until 2022.
Dec 25, 10:59
Kevin De Bruyne in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and West Ham United on December 3, 2017
Vote for your Premier League central midfielder of the season so far
Vote for your central midfielders in the Sports Mole readers' halfway-stage Premier League Team of the Season.
Dec 24, 15:10
Pep Guardiola gesticulates during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Burnley on October 21, 2017
Manchester City consider move for Shakhtar Donetsk midfielder Fred?
Manchester City are reportedly interested in adding Shakhtar Donetsk midfielder Fred to their squad in the summer.
Dec 24, 09:27
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