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
Preview:Manchester City vs. Tottenham Hotspur - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of Manchester City's meeting with Tottenham Hotspur at the Etihad Stadium.
Dec 14, 15:12
Virgil van Dijk warms up prior to the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Southampton on September 16, 2017
Manchester City 'make Virgil van Dijk top transfer target'
Liverpool face competition from Manchester City for the January signing of Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk, according to a report.
Dec 14, 10:44
Pep Guardiola watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Liverpool on September 9, 2017
Pep Guardiola: 'Manchester City will try to sign defender'
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola suggests that he will try to sign a new defender during the January transfer window.
Dec 13, 10:13
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp reacts during his side's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at St James' Park on October 1, 2017
Why Liverpool have best chance of ending Manchester City's unbeaten domestic run
Manchester City are unbeaten in their last 30 Premier League fixtures, but Liverpool have the best chance of ending that streak before the end of the season.
Dec 12, 11:35
Jose Mourinho applauds during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Newcastle United on November 18, 2017
Preview:Manchester United vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of the derby showdown between Manchester United and Manchester City.
Dec 8, 14:15
Sergio Aguero watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester City and West Ham United on December 3, 2017
Combined XI: Manchester United vs. Manchester City
As part of the build-up to Sunday's Manchester derby at Old Trafford, Sports Mole selects a combined XI from the squads of Manchester United and Manchester City.
Dec 8, 12:37
West Bromwich Albion defender Jonny Evans in action during his side's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at The Hawthorns on November 28, 2017
Manchester City 'to return for Jonny Evans in January'
Manchester City and Arsenal will reportedly battle for the signature of Jonny Evans once again in January, having missed out on the West Brom defender during the summer.
Dec 4, 09:23
John Stones watches on ahead of the Champions League game between Manchester City and Shakhtar Donetsk on September 26, 2017
John Stones targets Christmas return
Manchester City defender John Stones reveals that he is hopeful of returning to action later this month.
Dec 3, 17:05
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
Report: Manchester City keeping tabs on Inigo Martinez
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is weighing up a move for Real Sociedad defender Inigo Martinez, according to a report.
Nov 26, 22:59
David Wagner watches on during the Premier League game between Huddersfield Town and Newcastle United on August 20, 2017
Preview:Huddersfield Town vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted lineups, team news and a full preview of table-topping Manchester City's Premier League trip to face Huddersfield Town.
Nov 24, 22:31
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
Eliaquim Mangala "realistic" over Manchester City future
Manchester City centre-back Eliaquim Mangala insists that he is "very realistic" over his future at the Etihad Stadium.
Nov 24, 15:30
Nicolas Otamendi in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Arsenal on December 18, 2016
Nicolas Otamendi: 'Manchester City can cope without John Stones'
Manchester City defender Nicolas Otamendi insists that his side can cope at the back without fellow centre-back John Stones.
Nov 23, 17:51
John Stones comes off injured during the Premier League game between Leicester City and Manchester City on November 18, 2017
Pep Guardiola: 'Manchester City must react to injuries'
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola admits that the hamstring injury sustained by John Stones will provide a major test to their title credentials.
Nov 20, 15:01
Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany warms up before his side's Premier League match against Everton at the Etihad Stadium on October 15, 2016
Dermot Gallagher defends referee over failure to send off Vincent Kompany
Former Premier League official Dermot Gallagher defends the decision of the referee to not send off Vincent Kompany in Manchester City's win over Leicester City.
Nov 20, 11:59
Virgil van Dijk warms up prior to the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Southampton on September 16, 2017
Manchester City 'to rival Liverpool for Virgil van Dijk'
Manchester City are reportedly interested in a January move for Southampton centre-back Virgil van Dijk, who has also been heavily linked with Liverpool.
Nov 20, 09:40
John Stones comes off injured during the Premier League game between Leicester City and Manchester City on November 18, 2017
Vincent Kompany: 'John Stones can return stronger'
Vincent Kompany expects "outstanding" Manchester City teammate John Stones to return from his hamstring injury layoff in a stronger state.
Nov 19, 19:53
John Stones comes off injured during the Premier League game between Leicester City and Manchester City on November 18, 2017
John Stones 'out for up to six weeks'
Manchester City defender John Stones will miss up to six weeks with a hamstring injury.
Nov 18, 17:27
Gabriel Jesus is congratulated by teammates after scoring during the Premier League game between Leicester City and Manchester City on November 18, 2017
Manchester City coast to win over Leicester City to extend lead in table
Manchester City move nine points clear at the top of the Premier League table with a 2-0 victory over Leicester City at the King Power Stadium.
Nov 18, 16:54
Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany warms up before his side's Premier League match against Everton at the Etihad Stadium on October 15, 2016
Team News: Vincent Kompany returns to Manchester City XI for Leicester City trip
Vincent Kompany returns to Manchester City's first XI for this afternoon's Premier League game against Leicester City.
Nov 18, 14:04
John Stones watches on ahead of the Champions League game between Manchester City and Shakhtar Donetsk on September 26, 2017
Pep Guardiola: 'John Stones needed time to settle at Manchester City'
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says that defender John Stones has now settled into life at the Etihad Stadium after an indifferent first season.
Nov 18, 10:07
England Under-21s manager Gareth Southgate looks on during his side's match against Croatia Under-21 on October 10, 2014
Gareth Southgate: 'England back three were excellent'
England manager Gareth Southgate praises England's back three after they kept out the Brazilian attack in Tuesday's 0-0 draw at Wembley.
Nov 15, 10:40
John Stones watches on ahead of the Champions League game between Manchester City and Shakhtar Donetsk on September 26, 2017
John Stones pleased with Manchester City form
England centre-back John Stones reveals that he has been pleased with his form for Manchester City this season.
Nov 10, 15:02
John Stones in action during an England training session on August 29, 2017
John Stones promises "great occasion"
England defender John Stones promises fans to expect "a great occasion" in the Three Lions' two friendlies at Wembley over the next week.
Nov 9, 10:03
John Stones watches on ahead of the Champions League game between Manchester City and Shakhtar Donetsk on September 26, 2017
John Stones: 'Manchester City players love playing for Pep Guardiola'
Defender John Stones says that he and his Manchester City teammates love playing for head coach Pep Guardiola.
Nov 6, 18:57
Arsenal's Arsene Wenger offers a hand to Manchester City's Pep Guardiola following the FA Cup semi-final on April 23, 2017
Combined XI: Manchester City vs. Arsenal
Ahead of Sunday's Premier League showdown between leaders Manchester City and Arsenal, Sports Mole selects a combined XI from the two squads.
Nov 3, 11:41
Pep Guardiola embraces Sergio Aguero during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Burnley on October 21, 2017
Pep Guardiola delighted with Manchester City's character against Napoli
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says that he was delighted with his side's character as they came from behind to earn a 4-2 victory in Napoli.
Nov 2, 10:13
Sergio Aguero celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Burnley on January 2, 2017
Sergio Aguero "very happy" to become Manchester City's record goalscorer
Sergio Aguero says that he is "very happy" to become Manchester City's all-time leading goalscorer.
Nov 1, 22:28
Sergio Aguero warms up ahead of the Champions League game between Manchester City and Celtic on December 6, 2016
Manchester City book spot in last-16 stage of Champions League
Manchester City book their spot in the last-16 stage of the Champions League courtesy of a 4-2 win at Napoli on Wednesday night.
Nov 1, 21:40
Sergio Aguero celebrates netting the third during the Premier League game between Southampton and Manchester City on April 15, 2017`
Sergio Aguero becomes Manchester City's all-time leading goalscorer
Sergio Aguero becomes Manchester City's record goalscorer by netting his 178th in a Champions League clash against Napoli.
Nov 1, 21:14
Sergio Aguero celebrates netting the third during the Premier League game between Southampton and Manchester City on April 15, 2017`
Team News: Sergio Aguero starts for Manchester City
Sergio Aguero is back in Manchester City's starting lineup for their Champions League trip to Napoli.
Nov 1, 18:37
Pep Guardiola embraces Sergio Aguero during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Burnley on October 21, 2017
Team News: Sergio Aguero on Manchester City bench
Sergio Aguero starts on the bench for Manchester City's trip to West Bromwich Albion.
Oct 28, 13:06
City skipper Vincent Kompany in action during the Premier League game between Brighton & Hove Albion and Manchester City on August 12, 2017
Pep Guardiola: 'Manchester City cannot rely on John Stones, Nicolas Otamendi'
Pep Guardiola claims that it is "impossible" to continue fielding John Stones and Nicolas Otamendi week in, week out and hopes to have Vincent Kompany back soon.
Oct 28, 09:32
Conor Coady in action during the EFL Cup game between Manchester City and Wolverhampton Wanderers on October 24, 2017
Manchester City beat brave Wolverhampton Wanderers on penalties in EFL Cup
Manchester City move through to the EFL Cup quarter-finals with a penalty-shootout win over Wolves, who stopped the Premier League leaders scoring in 120 minutes.
Oct 24, 21:47
John Stones watches on ahead of the Champions League game between Manchester City and Shakhtar Donetsk on September 26, 2017
John Stones: 'Manchester City success fuelled by competition between forwards'
John Stones believes that Manchester City's current success is being fuelled by competition between the team's forwards.
Oct 22, 13:10
Sergio Aguero in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Everton on August 21, 2017
Team News: Sergio Aguero starts for Manchester City
Sergio Aguero is back in the fold as Manchester City welcome Burnley to the Etihad.
Oct 21, 13:02
Nicolas Otamendi in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Arsenal on December 18, 2016
Pep Guardiola delighted with "warrior" Nicolas Otamendi
Pep Guardiola pays tribute to Manchester City defender Nicolas Otamendi, describing the Argentine as a "warrior" with a strong mentality.
Oct 21, 09:58
John Stones watches on ahead of the Champions League game between Manchester City and Shakhtar Donetsk on September 26, 2017
John Stones satisfied with Manchester City performance against Napoli
Manchester City defender John Stones praises the team for their 2-1 victory over Napoli in the Champions League.
Oct 18, 10:52
Gabriel Jesus celebrates scoring the second during the Champions League group game between Manchester City and Napoli on October 17, 2017
Manchester City beat Napoli to extend winning run
Early goals from in-form duo Raheem Sterling and Gabriel Jesus pave the way for Manchester City to edge past Napoli 2-1 in the Champions League.
Oct 17, 20:38
Kyle Walker and Jeffrey Schlupp in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Crystal Palace on September 23, 2017
John Stones: 'Kyle Walker is best full-back in the world'
John Stones believes that Kyle Walker has proved he is the best wide defensive player in the world since joining Manchester City from Tottenham Hotspur.
Oct 16, 17:10
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
Team News: Harry Winks, Harry Maguire to make England debuts against Lithuania
Harry Winks and Harry Maguire are in line to make their England debuts in Sunday's World Cup qualifier against Lithuania in Vilnius.
Oct 8, 15:07
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