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
Ilkay Gundogan in action during the FA Cup third-round game between Manchester City and Rotherham United on January 6, 2019
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola unsure over Ilkay Gundogan future
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola suggests that Ilkay Gundogan is not certain to remain at the club past the end of his contract in 2020.
Mar 2, 11:57
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola watches on during the EFL Cup final against Chelsea on February 24, 2019
Guardiola poised to splash the cash during the off-season
The Manchester City manager claims at least three positions within his squad require strengthening.
Mar 1, 22:30
Gabriel Jesus and Nathan Ake in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Bournemouth on December 1, 2018
Preview:Bournemouth vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of Manchester City's Premier League trip to Bournemouth.
Feb 28, 15:27
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
Chelsea striker Gonzalo Higuain celebrates after scoring against Huddersfield on February 2, 2019
Team News: Gonzalo Higuain misses out for Chelsea in EFL Cup final
Gonzalo Higuain is left out of the Chelsea starting lineup for the EFL Cup final with Manchester City at Wembley.
Feb 24, 15:38
Ilkay Gundogan is mobbed by his Manchester City teammates after scoring his side's fourth goal against Chelsea on February 10, 2019
Preview:EFL Cup final: Chelsea vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's EFL Cup final between Chelsea and holders Manchester City, including predictions, team news and head-to-head records.
Feb 23, 11:23
Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero celebrates his first goal against Chelsea on February 10, 2019
How Manchester City could line up against Chelsea
Sports Mole looks at how holders Manchester City could line up for Sunday's EFL Cup final against Chelsea at Wembley.
Feb 22, 15:29
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 midfielder Ilkay Gundogan in action against Everton in the Premier League on February 6, 2019
Ilkay Gundogan: Manchester City must win Champions League to join European elite
Pep Guardiola's side go to Schalke on Wednesday for the first leg of their last 16 tie.
Feb 18, 22:30
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
Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan in action against Everton in the Premier League on February 6, 2019
Ilkay Gundogan happy to run down Manchester City contract
Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan reveals that he is in no rush to begin talks over an extension to his contract at the club, with 18 months still remaining.
Feb 14, 08:19
Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero celebrates his first goal against Chelsea on February 10, 2019
Premier League Team of the Week - Sergio Aguero, Paul Pogba, Georginio Wijnaldum
Sports Mole selects its Premier League team of the week for gameweek 26, including two Manchester United players, three from Liverpool and four from Manchester City.
Feb 12, 09:53
Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero celebrates his first goal against Chelsea on February 10, 2019
Sergio Aguero nets another hat-trick as Manchester City blow away Chelsea
Sergio Aguero scores three and Raheem Sterling also nets a couple as Manchester City return to the top of the Premier League with a 6-0 win over Chelsea.
Feb 10, 17:52
Ilkay Gundogan is mobbed by his Manchester City teammates after scoring his side's fourth goal against Chelsea on February 10, 2019
Live Commentary: Manchester City 6-0 Chelsea - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Manchester City's 6-0 win over Chelsea as Sergio Aguero netted another hat-trick to lift the champions top.
Feb 10, 15:55
Manchester City celebrate taking the lead against Everton in the Premier League on February 6, 2019.
Manchester City go top of Premier League with victory at Everton
Manchester City return to the top of the Premier League standings with a hard-fought 2-0 win over Everton in Wednesday night's clash at Goodison Park.
Feb 6, 21:44
Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan celebrates scoring during his side's Premier League clash with Crystal Palace on December 22, 2018
Gundogan determined to beat old boss Klopp to the Premier League title
The Manchester City midfielder won the Bundesliga title under Klopp at Borussia Dortmund.
Feb 4, 13:00
Sergio Aguero celebrates scoring his third goal during Manchester City's Premier League clash with Arsenal on February 3, 2019
Sergio Aguero hat-trick fires Manchester City past Arsenal
Sergio Aguero scores his 10th Premier League hat-trick to fire Manchester City to a 3-1 win over Arsenal which takes them to within two points of leaders Liverpool.
Feb 3, 18:23
Mesut Ozil in action for Arsenal on January 29, 2019
Ilkay Gundogan 'surprised' by Mesut Ozil's recent Arsenal omission
Ilkay Gundogan is unsure why Mesut Ozil has been overlooked for selection by Arsenal boss Unai Emery in recent weeks as Manchester City prepare for the Gunners' visit.
Feb 2, 20:39
Emiliano Sala in action for Nantes in late 2017
New Emiliano Sala search gets underway
A new search for missing Cardiff City striker Emiliano Sala gets underway after more than £260,000 is raised in private funds.
Jan 27, 08:45
Manchester City forward Gabriel Jesus celebrates scoring against Burnley in the FA Cup on January 26, 2019.
Manchester City thump Burnley to progress in FA Cup
Manchester City book their spot in the fifth round of the FA Cup with a 5-0 win over Burnley at the Etihad Stadium.
Jan 26, 16:55
Manchester City players celebrate during their Premier League clash with Huddersfield Town on January 20, 2019
How Manchester City could line up against Burnley
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up against Burnley in Saturday's FA Cup tie.
Jan 24, 11:15
Sergio Aguero wheels away after opening the scoring for Manchester City in their Premier League meeting with Burnley on October 20, 2018
Preview:Manchester City vs. Burnley - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of the FA Cup fourth-round tie between Manchester City and Burnley.
Jan 24, 10:58
Manchester City players celebrate during their Premier League clash with Huddersfield Town on January 20, 2019
Manchester City ease past managerless Huddersfield Town
Manchester City close the gap on Liverpool at the top of the Premier League table back to four points courtesy of a 3-0 victory over Huddersfield Town.
Jan 20, 15:25
Pep Guardiola gives orders during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Liverpool on January 3, 2019
Manchester City cannot afford Ruben Neves, says Pep Guardiola
City have been linked regularly with the Wolves midfielder.
Jan 13, 22:30
Gabriel Jesus celebrates scoring the second during the EFL Cup semi-final game between Manchester City and Burton Albion on January 9, 2019
Ruthless Manchester City hit nine in EFL Cup semi-final demolition
Manchester City show no mercy as they hammer Burton Albion 9-0 in the first leg of their EFL Cup semi-final at the Etihad Stadium.
Jan 9, 21:44
Nicolas Otamendi celebrates with Phil Foden after scoring the sixth during the FA Cup third-round game between Manchester City and Rotherham United on January 6, 2019
Manchester City hammer Rotherham United in FA Cup drubbing
Manchester City hit seven past Rotherham United with seven different goalscorers as they cruise into the fourth round of the FA Cup at the Etihad Stadium.
Jan 6, 15:56
Kevin De Bruyne is left floored following a tussle with Timothy Fosu-Mensah in Manchester City's EFL Cup tie with Fulham on November 1, 2018
Manchester City will not rush Kevin De Bruyne return
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola talks up the importance of squad rotation in January, with Kevin De Bruyne expected to be slowly integrated back into the side.
Jan 6, 09:17
Pep Guardiola gives orders during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Liverpool on January 3, 2019
Preview:Manchester City vs. Rotherham United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's FA Cup clash between Manchester City and Rotherham United at the Etihad Stadium, including predictions, team news, and possible lineups.
Jan 4, 19:03
A nonchalant Kevin De Bruyne is embraced from behind during the EFL Cup quarter-final game between Leicester City and Manchester City on December 18, 2018
How Manchester City could line up against Rotherham United
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up for their FA Cup clash with Rotherham United, which comes just three days after a rousing win over Liverpool.
Jan 4, 13:41
Virgil van Dijk fouls Leroy Sane in Liverpool's goalless Premier League draw with Manchester City on October 7, 2018
Preview:Manchester City vs. Liverpool - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Premier League showdown between champions Manchester City and unbeaten leaders Liverpool, including predictions, team news and lineups.
Jan 1, 22:30
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk celebrates scoring against Wolverhampton Wanderers on December 21, 2018
Combined XI: Manchester City vs. Liverpool
Ahead of Thursday's mouth-watering showdown between Manchester City and Liverpool, Sports Mole selects its strongest combined XI from both squads.
Jan 1, 20:59
Kevin De Bruyne in action during the EFL Cup quarter-final game between Leicester City and Manchester City on December 18, 2018
How Manchester City could line up against Liverpool
Sports Mole looks at how champions Manchester City could line up for their mouth-watering Premier League showdown with unbeaten leaders Liverpool.
Jan 1, 18:54
Pep Guardiola gives orders during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Watford on December 4, 2018
Preview:Southampton vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Southampton and out-of-form champions Manchester City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 28, 18:04
David Silva celebrates scoring Manchester City's third goal against Southampton on November 4, 2018
How Manchester City could line up against Southampton
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up for their Premier League clash with Southampton as they bid to bounce back from successive defeats.
Dec 28, 15:14
Andros Townsend celebrates putting Crystal Palace in front against Manchester City in their Premier League clash on December 22, 2018
Andros Townsend scores stunner as Crystal Palace shock Manchester City
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.
Dec 22, 16:55
Aro Muric in action for Manchester City in July 2017
Guardiola heaps praise on keeper Muric as City book Carabao Cup semi final spot
Manchester City reached the last four as they look to defend the Carabao Cup.
Dec 19, 04:31
Gabriel Jesus scores the opener during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Everton on December 15, 2018
Gabriel Jesus brace helps Manchester City regain top spot in Premier League
Manchester City move back to the top of the Premier League table courtesy of a 3-1 win over Everton at the Etihad Stadium, with Gabriel Jesus scoring twice.
Dec 15, 14:23
Paris Saint-Germain attacker Neymar celebrates scoring against Liverpool on November 28, 2018
Champions League Team of the Week - Neymar, Kylian Mbappe, Leroy Sane
Sports Mole selects its Champions League team of the week from the final round of group games, including Neymar, Kylian Mbappe and Leroy Sane.
Dec 13, 08:38
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