Federico Chiesa pictured playing for Italy in October 2018
Monday's Transfer Talk Update: Federico Chiesa, Odsonne Edouard
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
Mar 2, 06:57
Aston Villa's Jack Grealish looks dejected after the match on March 1, 2020
Aston Villa's Jack Grealish: 'Manchester City's winner was never a goal'
Aston Villa's Jack Grealish believes that Manchester City's second goal in the EFL Cup final should not have counted, as City defeated Dean Smith's side 2-1.
Mar 1, 23:32
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola celebrates winning the EFL Cup with the trophy on March 1, 2020
Pep Guardiola: 'This Manchester City team has something special'
Under Pep Guardiola, City have won eight of the last 11 competitions they have competed in.
Mar 1, 20:55
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola celebrates winning the EFL Cup with the trophy on March 1, 2020
Pep Guardiola hails "incredible" Man City consistency after EFL Cup hat-trick
Sergio Aguero and Rodri struck in the first half at Wembley to earn Pep Guardiola his 29th trophy as a manager.
Mar 1, 19:17
Everton's Mason Holgate pictured on January 21, 2020
Mason Holgate 'offered new Everton deal to reject Manchester City'
Everton reportedly indicate that they are ready to offer a new contract to Mason Holgate, who is being linked with a switch to Manchester City.
Mar 1, 19:13
Manchester City players pose with the trophy as they celebrate winning the EFL Cup on March 1, 2020
Manchester City beat Aston Villa to win third straight EFL Cup
Goals from Sergio Aguero and Rodri got the favourites off to a flying start.
Mar 1, 18:35
Mohamed Salah during Liverpool training on February 17, 2020
The records now out of Liverpool's reach after Watford defeat
The Reds' 3-0 defeat at Watford on Saturday was their first in the league for 422 days.
Mar 1, 13:52
Jack Grealish in action for Aston Villa on February 22, 2020
Robert Pires compares Jack Grealish to Dennis Bergkamp
Former Arsenal and Aston Villa winger Robert Pires claims that current Villa captain Jack Grealish reminds him of Gunners legend Dennis Bergkamp.
Mar 1, 10:12
Jack Grealish celebrates scoring for Aston Villa on January 18, 2020
Danny Murphy urges Liverpool to join Jack Grealish race
Danny Murphy urges former club Liverpool to enter the race for Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish, who has been heavily linked with a move to Manchester United.
Feb 29, 23:21
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola reacts on February 26, 2020
Pep Guardiola not expecting one-sided EFL Cup final against Aston Villa
Pep Guardiola's side are looking to win the trophy for a third consecutive year.
Feb 29, 22:58
Aston Villa coach John Terry in the dugout on October 20, 2018
Dean Smith: 'John Terry can inspire Aston Villa to EFL Cup glory'
John Terry won three League Cups during his time with Chelsea.
Feb 29, 12:54
Manchester City's Gabriel Jesus reacts on February 26, 2020
Gabriel Jesus hopes Manchester City can carry momentum into EFL Cup final
Pep Guardiola's side pulled off a comeback victory at the Bernabeu on Wednesday.
Feb 29, 09:15
Morgan Sanson in action for Marseille on August 26, 2018
Saturday's Transfer Talk Update: Morgan Sanson, Alphonso Davies, Florian Thauvin
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
Feb 29, 06:57
Jack Grealish in action for Aston Villa on February 22, 2020
How Aston Villa could line up against Manchester City
Sports Mole looks at how Aston Villa could line up for Sunday's EFL Cup final against Manchester City as they look for their first trophy since 1996.
Feb 28, 21:45
Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne celebrates scoring their second goal with Riyad Mahrez and Benjamin Mendy on February 26, 2020
How Manchester City could line up against Aston Villa
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up for Sunday's EFL Cup final against Aston Villa as they look to lift the trophy for the third season in a row.
Feb 28, 21:45
Manchester City players celebrate winning the EFL Cup final against Chelsea on February 24, 2019
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's 2019-20 EFL Cup final as Premier League strugglers Aston Villa aim to dethrone two-time defending champions Manchester City.
Feb 28, 20:00
The teams line up before the match in an empty stadium after fans were not allowed in over coronavirus fears at San Siro on February 27, 2020
FIFPro: 'Players scared of high-risk environments amid coronavirus outbreak'
The union has urged football authorities to 'act responsibly'.
Feb 28, 18:09
Gianni Infantino pictured on February 27, 2019
FIFA refuse to rule out postponing international matches due to coronavirus
A number of sporting events have already been affected by the spread of the virus.
Feb 28, 18:05
Toni Kroos in action for Real Madrid on September 18, 2019
Pep Guardiola 'talks to Toni Kroos about Manchester City move'
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola allegedly holds an informal chat with Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos regarding a transfer in the summer.
Feb 28, 09:34
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola reacts on February 26, 2020
Manchester City 'face Premier League points deduction'
Manchester City are reportedly facing a domestic points deduction as the Premier League launches a probe into their conduct surrounding Financial Fair Play.
Feb 27, 23:08
Manchester City's Aymeric Laporte pictured on January 21, 2020
Aymeric Laporte 'faces fresh spell out injured'
Aymeric Laporte is reportedly in danger of missing a number of weeks out injured after sustaining a fresh injury blow in Manchester City's 2-1 win over Real Madrid on Wednesday.
Feb 27, 22:58
Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne pictured on February 26, 2020
Kevin De Bruyne 'has no plans to leave Manchester City'
Manchester City attacker Kevin De Bruyne has no plans to leave the Etihad Stadium this summer, according to a report.
Feb 27, 19:57
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola reacts on February 26, 2020
Man arrested over alleged hack of Pep Guardiola's email account
A 30-year-old has been released under investigation.
Feb 27, 19:18
Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring for Liverpool on February 1, 2020
Preview:Watford vs. Liverpool - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between relegation-threatened Watford and champions-elect Liverpool, including predictions, team news and lineups.
Feb 27, 15:48
Sergio Aguero and David Silva celebrate Manchester City's opening goal against Schalke 04 in the Champions League on February 20, 2019.
A look at Manchester City's most impressive Champions League performances
Pep Guardiola's side dominated Real Madrid on Wednesday in one of the club's best showings in recent European history.
Feb 27, 11:36
Manchester City's Aymeric Laporte goes down after sustaining an injury on February 26, 2020
Manchester City team news: Injury, suspension list vs. Aston Villa
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester City's latest injury and suspension news ahead of Sunday's EFL Cup final against Aston Villa.
Feb 27, 10:25
Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne celebrates scoring their second goal with Riyad Mahrez and Benjamin Mendy on February 26, 2020
Kevin De Bruyne happy to 'take responsibility' after scoring penalty winner
City came from behind to win at the Bernabeu.
Feb 27, 09:05
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola reacts alongside Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane on February 26, 2020
Pep Guardiola: 'Champions League tie with Real Madrid not over'
City came from behind to claim a famous 2-1 win at the Bernabeu in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie.
Feb 27, 05:33
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola reacts on December 3, 2019
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola subject of blackmail plot?
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is reportedly involved in a blackmail plot, centred around emails from his club account.
Feb 26, 23:18
Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne celebrates scoring their second goal with Riyad Mahrez and Benjamin Mendy on February 26, 2020
Manchester City pick up first-leg win over 10-man Real Madrid
Manchester City come from behind to record a 2-1 victory over Real Madrid in the first leg of their last-16 Champions League clash at the Bernabeu.
Feb 26, 21:53
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured on January 1, 2020
Manchester City bidding to make it a hat-trick of EFL Cup crowns
Pep Guardiola's first silverware in England was the 2018 League Cup.
Feb 26, 13:52
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on January 26, 2020
How Manchester City reached the EFL Cup final
City's route to the final.
Feb 26, 11:31
Spain's David Villa gestures to fans on September 2, 2017
David Villa credits Pep Guardiola for Raheem Sterling improvement
The 25-year-old is now rated as one of England and Europe's top players.
Feb 26, 09:59
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on January 26, 2020
Pep Guardiola "optimistic" that Man City will beat European ban
City are appealing against UEFA's decision to ban them from European competition for two years.
Feb 26, 08:40
Sergio Ramos celebrates scoring for Real Madrid on November 30, 2019
David Silva: 'Sergio Ramos would improve Manchester City'
David Silva states that Sergio Ramos is the only current member of the Real Madrid squad that would improve Manchester City's team.
Feb 25, 23:49
Manchester City's Raheem Sterling after suffering injury in the Premier League on February 2, 2020.
Pep Guardiola confirms Raheem Sterling will be fit to face Real Madrid
Manchester City take on Real Madrid at the Bernabeu on Wednesday night.
Feb 25, 21:03
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp celebrates after the match on January 29, 2020
What records have Liverpool set this season and which could they still break?
Jurgen Klopp's men matched the competition's longest winning run and have plenty more statistical landmarks to aim for.
Feb 25, 14:21
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on January 26, 2020
Juventus chief confirms Pep Guardiola approach considered
Juventus president Andrea Agnelli confirms that the club have considered approaching Pep Guardiola for the role of manager.
Feb 24, 21:05
Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane pictured on November 26, 2019
Preview:Real Madrid vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of the Champions League last-16 first leg between Real Madrid and Manchester City
Feb 24, 16:35
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on January 26, 2020
Pep Guardiola out to dethrone "kings" of Europe Real Madrid
Manchester City, facing the prospect of a European ban, take on the 13-time champions in Madrid on Wednesday.
Feb 23, 22:54
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