Harry Maguire in action for Leicester City in March 2019
Monday Papers: Pep Guardiola, Ilkay Gundogan, Harry Maguire
Pep Guardiola's successful season looks to have impressed the Manchester City hierarchy.
May 20, 06:39
Vincent Kompany celebrates with teammates after firing in the opener during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Leicester City on May 6, 2019
How Manchester City could line up against Watford
Ahead of Saturday's FA Cup final between Manchester City and Watford, Sports Mole looks at how the Citizens could line up.
May 16, 15:49
John Stones and Troy Deeney in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Watford on December 4, 2018
Preview:Manchester City vs. Watford - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews the 138th FA Cup final, including team news and predicted lineups, as Manchester City go in search of a treble against Watford.
May 16, 15:16
Ilkay Gundogan in action during the FA Cup third-round game between Manchester City and Rotherham United on January 6, 2019
Ilkay Gundogan 'wants to re-open Manchester City contract talks'
Germany international Ilkay Gundogan is keen to re-open contract talks with Manchester City, according to a report.
May 14, 16:54
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
Pep Guardiola gives instructions during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Leicester City on May 6, 2019
'This was my toughest title triumph' - Guardiola
Pep Guardiola has now won a domestic league title on nine occasions during his managerial career with Manchester City, Barcelona and Bayern Munich.
May 12, 19:04
Phil Foden takes a shot during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Leicester City on May 6, 2019
How Manchester City could line up against Brighton & Hove Albion
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up in Sunday's Premier League clash with Brighton & Hove Albion.
May 10, 16:50
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
Manchester City winger Bernardo Silva celebrates scoring against Manchester United on April 24, 2019
How Manchester City could line up against Leicester City
Ahead of Monday night's Premier League meeting between Manchester City and Leicester City, Sports Mole looks at how the reigning champions could line up.
May 5, 09:26
Bernardo Silva celebrates giving Manchester City the lead against Leicester City on December 26, 2018.
Preview:Manchester City vs. Leicester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews the Premier League meeting between Manchester City and Leicester City, including predictions, team news and head-to-head records.
May 5, 09:06
Benfica's Joao Felix celebrates scoring their second goal against Frankfurt on April 11, 2019
Man City, Manchester United 'leading race for Joao Felix, Bruno Fernandes'
Local rivals Manchester City and Manchester United are reportedly leading the race to sign in-demand Portuguese duo Joao Felix and Bruno Fernandes.
May 4, 12:53
Ilkay Gundogan in action during the FA Cup third-round game between Manchester City and Rotherham United on January 6, 2019
Inter Milan 'line up £50m raid for Ilkay Gundogan, Danilo'
Serie A side Inter Milan will reportedly offer Manchester City a combined £50m for midfielder Ilkay Gundogan and full-back Danilo.
Apr 27, 23:45
Manchester City defender Nicolas Otamendi makes a clearance during the FA Cup clash with Burnley on January 26, 2019.
Preview:Burnley vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of Sunday's Premier League meeting between Burnley and Manchester City at Turf Moor.
Apr 27, 10:14
Manchester City winger Leroy Sane in action during the Premier League clash with Wolverhampton Wanderers on January 14, 2019
How Manchester City could line up against Burnley
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up for Sunday's Premier League clash with Burnley at Turf Moor as they aim to move one step closer to the title.
Apr 26, 15:00
Manchester City midfielder Fernandinho goes down injury during the derby against Manchester United on April 24, 2019
Manchester City team news: Injury, suspension list vs. Burnley
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester City's latest injury and suspension news ahead of Sunday's Premier League trip to Burnley.
Apr 25, 15:14
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
Manchester City winger Leroy Sane in action during the Premier League clash with Wolverhampton Wanderers on January 14, 2019
How Manchester City could line up vs. Tottenham Hotspur
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up for Saturday's crucial Premier League showdown with their European conquerors Tottenham Hotspur.
Apr 18, 11:30
Tottenham Hotspur's Fernando Llorente celebrates scoring against Manchester City in the Champions League on April 17, 2019
Tottenham Hotspur through to semi-finals despite second-leg defeat
Tottenham Hotspur book their spot in the semi-finals of the Champions League despite losing 4-3 to Manchester City in the second leg of their quarter-final.
Apr 17, 21:00
Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan in action against Everton in the Premier League on February 6, 2019
Ilkay Gundogan's Manchester City future in doubt?
Ilkay Gundogan will 'look for assurances over regular football' before signing a new deal at Manchester City, according to a report.
Apr 16, 22:24
Ilkay Gundogan in action during the FA Cup third-round game between Manchester City and Rotherham United on January 6, 2019
Inter Milan showing interest in Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan?
Inter Milan are reportedly showing an interest in signing Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan.
Apr 15, 22:54
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola watches on during his side's Premier League clash with Cardiff City on April 3, 2019
Pep Guardiola rejects Ilkay Gundogan's "nervous" claim
The German midfielder also believes 'were not brave enough' and 'made a lot of simple mistakes' in Tuesday's Champions League clash.
Apr 12, 18:22
Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan in action against Everton in the Premier League on February 6, 2019
Ilkay Gundogan: "We were not brave enough"
City suffered a 1-0 defeat at Tottenham in the first leg of their semi-final.
Apr 10, 12:45
Ilkay Gundogan in action during the FA Cup third-round game between Manchester City and Rotherham United on January 6, 2019
Bayern Munich 'eye Ilkay Gundogan swoop'
Bayern Munich want to sign Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan this summer, according to a report.
Apr 9, 11:49
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 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
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
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
Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan in action against Everton in the Premier League on February 6, 2019
Ilkay Gundogan 'stops Manchester City contract talks'
Ilkay Gundogan puts his contract talks with Manchester City on hold, according to a report.
Mar 29, 23:50
Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne sits injured on March 2, 2019
How Manchester City could line up against Fulham
Sports Mole looks at how Premier League champions Manchester City could line up for Saturday's visit to strugglers Fulham.
Mar 28, 11:30
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
Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring for Juventus against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League on March 12, 2019.
Champions League Team of the Week - Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Virgil van Dijk
Sports Mole selects its star-studded Champions League team of the week from the second legs of the last-16 ties, including Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.
Mar 14, 09:56
Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero celebrates scoring his second goal against Schalke 04 on March 12, 2019
Manchester City hit seven past sorry Schalke to reach Champions League quarters
Manchester City hammer Schalke 7-0 to wrap up an emphatic 10-2 aggregate victory which sends them flying into the quarter-finals of the Champions League.
Mar 12, 21:52
Pep Guardiola in charge of Manchester City on March 9, 2019
Manchester City have 'work to do' in Champions League tie, says Guardiola
Guardiola won the competition twice as Barcelona boss.
Mar 12, 04:30
Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan in action against Everton in the Premier League on February 6, 2019
Pep Guardiola hopeful Ilkay Gundogan will extend Manchester City contract
Pep Guardiola hopes to convince Ilkay Gundogan to stay on at Manchester City after the midfielder admitted that he may run down his existing deal.
Mar 11, 18:47
Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan in action against Everton in the Premier League on February 6, 2019
Gundogan not worried about future as City deal runs down
Midfielder not looking too far ahead.
Mar 11, 15:09
Manchester City celebrate a goal from Raheem Sterling against Watford in the Premier League on March 9, 2019.
How Manchester City could line up against Schalke 04
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up for their Champions League last-16 second leg against Schalke 04 on Tuesday evening.
Mar 11, 13:39
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
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