SM / EK Phil Foden composite
Man City crisis: How Pep Guardiola's "exhausted" Premier League champions have "imploded" this season
Steven McInerney from Esteemed Kompany explains Manchester City's crisis season to Sports Mole, admitting that the champions have "absolutely imploded".
Dec 24, 07:50
 SM / EK Pep Guardiola composite
Could Pep Guardiola lose Man City job after 'failing to adapt' to modern day calendar?
Man City expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole that Pep Guardiola should be given time to resolve the club's evident issues, but questions whether his failure to adapt has contributed to the current situation.
Dec 24, 00:01
 Real Sociedad's Martin Zubimendi celebrates after scoring on August 18, 2024
Liverpool receive Martin Zubimendi transfer update as Real Sociedad chief makes January statement
Real Sociedad sporting director Roberto Olabe insists that he does not expect any "scares" over Liverpool-linked midfielder Martin Zubimendi in January.
Dec 23, 15:49
 Manchester City's Ruben Dias pictured on December 11, 2024
Man City injury, suspension list and return dates vs. Everton: Rodri, Ruben Dias latest
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester City's injury and suspension news ahead of their Premier League clash with Everton on Boxing Day.
Dec 23, 08:42
 Mohammed Kudus of West Ham United celebrates after scoring his side's opening goal against Tottenham Hotspur, on October 19, 2024
Manchester City transfer latest: Update on Premier League target as Pep Guardiola looks to beat Liverpool, Arsenal to signing
Manchester City will reportedly look to sign a star Premier League attacker for £80m from under the noses of their rivals in a bid to rejuvenate the faltering champions.
Dec 22, 23:58
 Real Sociedad's Martin Zubimendi reacts on August 18, 2024
Martin Zubimendi reveals "selfish" truth behind decision to reject Liverpool transfer
Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi reveals the reason behind his decision to turn down a move to Liverpool in the summer transfer window.
Dec 21, 12:53
 Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on December 4, 2024
Pep Guardiola: Manchester City boss admits defeat in Premier League title race without new transfers
Pep Guardiola admits that Manchester City will not win the Premier League title unless he is given new players to compete with Liverpool and Chelsea.
Dec 21, 00:43
 Manchester City's Ruben Dias pictured on December 11, 2024
Man City games Ruben Dias could miss as Pep Guardiola confirms crushing injury blow
Sports Mole looks at which Manchester City matches Ruben Dias will miss as Pep Guardiola confirms a new injury for the Portuguese centre-back.
Dec 20, 17:47
 Manchester City's Manuel Akanji on December 4, 2024
Team News: Aston Villa vs. Manchester City injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Manchester City.
Dec 20, 12:30
 Manchester City's Jack Grealish on the bench during his side's match against Luton Town, on April 13, 2024
Manchester City lineup vs. Aston Villa: Predicted XI for Premier League clash
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Saturday's Premier League clash with Aston Villa.
Dec 19, 14:46
 Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on December 11, 2024
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Manchester City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 19, 14:20
 Manchester City' Rodri reacts after sustaining an injury on September 22, 2024
Man City injury, suspension list vs. Aston Villa: Rodri, Manuel Akanji latest
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester City's injury and suspension news ahead of their Premier League clash with Aston Villa.
Dec 18, 10:43
 Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured during a press conference on September 17, 2024
Man City transfer news: Pep Guardiola 'will be backed' to sign £130m duo after club-record revenue announcement
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola will reportedly be backed to pursue two of his top targets, valued in the region of £130m combined, in the January transfer window.
Dec 17, 18:54
 SM/EK De Bruyne composite image
Stay or go? Entire Man City squad assessed amid "obvious need for a rebuild" including De Bruyne, Walker, Bernardo, Ederson
Man City expert Steven McInerney assesses Pep Guardiola's entire 23-man senior squad and shares his thoughts on which players should stay or leave the club as part of a much-needed rebuild.
Dec 16, 21:08
 Manchester United's Amad Diallo celebrates on December 15, 2024
Man City 1-2 Man United: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Bruno Fernandes, Amad Diallo decide the Manchester derby
Man City's Premier League title hopes suffer a devastating blow as Man United strike twice in the closing minutes to secure a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory at the Etihad Stadium.
Dec 15, 19:31
 Manchester City's Phil Foden on October 1, 2024
Man City vs. Man United confirmed lineups: Foden decision made, Rashford, Garnacho absent for Manchester derby
Man City and Man United confirm their starting lineups for this afternoon's 195th Manchester derby at the Etihad Stadium.
Dec 15, 15:19
 Juventus' Paul Pogba pictured on September 3, 2023
Paul Pogba to Man City verdict as Pep Guardiola's side 'sound out' ex-Man United midfielder
Manchester City reportedly weigh up a shock move for free agent Paul Pogba, but the midfielder holds reservations due to his time at Manchester United.
Dec 14, 23:21
 Manchester United players celebrate Rasmus Hojlund's goal against Viktoria Plzen on December 12, 2024
Team News: Manchester City vs. Manchester United injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash between Manchester City and Manchester United.
Dec 14, 16:30
 Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on October 5, 2024
Pep Guardiola's Man City transfer stance becomes clear ahead of January window
Pep Guardiola plays down suggestions that Man City need to delve into the January transfer market and would prefer to see a number of current first-team stars return from injury.
Dec 13, 19:30
 Manchester City's Manuel Akanji on December 4, 2024
Manuel Akanji one of six ruled out: Pep Guardiola issues latest Man City injury update before Man United clash
Pep Guardiola provides the latest update on the fitness of his Man City players, including Manuel Akanji, before Sunday's Manchester derby showdown with Man United in the Premier League.
Dec 13, 14:34
 Manchester City's Rico Lewis is sent off on December 7, 2024
Man City lineup vs. Man United: Predicted XI for Premier League Manchester derby including Rico Lewis replacement
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Sunday's Premier League derby with Manchester United.
Dec 13, 09:40
 Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on December 11, 2024
Preview:Manchester City vs. Manchester United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Manchester City and Manchester United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 13, 09:31
 Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on December 7, 2024
Juventus 2-0 Man City: Fabio Capello slams "arrogant" Pep Guardiola following one win in 10 games
Fabio Capello criticises Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola for being "arrogant" following their 2-0 defeat to Juventus in the Champions League.
Dec 12, 23:09
 Liverpool can pull 11 points clear of Man City with a win at Anfield on November 27, 2024
Liverpool vs. Manchester City: Arne Slot, Anfield to knock Pep Guardiola out of Premier League title race
Liverpool could knock Manchester City out of the Premier League title race should they beat them at Anfield on Sunday and go 11 points clear of the champions.
Dec 12, 16:01
 Manchester City's Mateo Kovacic on November 5, 2024
Man City injury, suspension news and return dates for Man United clash: Akanji, Foden, Kovacic, Stones latest
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester City's injury and suspension news ahead of their Premier League clash with Manchester United on Sunday.
Dec 12, 08:19
 Manchester City's Manuel Akanji on October 26, 2024
Team News: Juventus vs. Manchester City injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Wednesday's Champions League clash between Juventus and Manchester City.
Dec 10, 20:00
 Manchester City's Phil Foden on October 1, 2024
Phil Foden, Mateo Kovacic update: Pep Guardiola reveals if Man City duo will play against Juventus
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola provides the latest update on the fitness of Phil Foden and Mateo Kovacic ahead of Wednesday's Champions League clash with Juventus in Turin.
Dec 10, 18:54
 Croatia's Mateo Kovacic reacts on November 18, 2024
Mateo Kovacic injury: When will Man City midfielder return from injury?
Sports Mole takes a look at how long Man City's Mateo Kovacic will be sidelined for and when he could return from injury.
Dec 10, 08:45
 Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham celebrates scoring against Getafe on December 1, 2024
Lionel Messi misses out as Jude Bellingham, five Premier League stars make 2024 FIFPRO Men's World XI
Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham and five Premier League stars make the FIFPRO Men's World XI for 2024 as Inter Miami star Lionel Messi misses out.
Dec 9, 20:57
 Manchester City continued their poor run of form with a 2-2 draw at Crystal Palace at the weekend on December 9, 2024
'Not encouraging': Man City told they will continue to struggle and suffer unless two key issues are addressed
Man City expert Steven McInerney reflects on the Citizens' 2-2 Premier League draw with Crystal Palace and points out a few key issues that must be addressed if they are to turn their fortunes around.
Dec 9, 18:05
 Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne during a press conference on November 25, 2024
Manchester City lineup vs. Juventus: Predicted XI for Champions League clash
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Wednesday's Champions League clash with Juventus.
Dec 9, 17:42
 Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on December 7, 2024
Preview:Juventus vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Champions League clash between Juventus and Manchester City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 9, 16:55
 Manchester City's Phil Foden on October 1, 2024
Man City injury, suspension list and return dates for Juventus: Foden, Ake, Akanji latest
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester City's injury and suspension news ahead of Wednesday's Champions League showdown with Juventus.
Dec 8, 07:56
 Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola remonstrates with referee Rob Jones on December 7, 2024
Rico Lewis suspended for huge Man City game after controversial Crystal Palace red card
Manchester City defender Rico Lewis is set to be suspended for next weekend's Manchester derby after his red card in the champions' 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace.
Dec 7, 17:44
 Manchester City' Rodri reacts after sustaining an injury on September 22, 2024
"Smart and cost-effective" - Man City identify La Liga midfielder as ideal Rodri replacement?
Valencia star Pepelu is reportedly identified as Manchester City's top choice to fill in for Rodri during his injury spell in 2025.
Dec 7, 16:25
 Manchester City's Nathan Ake on December 4, 2024
Team News: Crystal Palace vs. Manchester City injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash between Crystal Palace and Manchester City.
Dec 6, 15:00
 Manchester City's Manuel Akanji and Nathan Ake on December 4, 2024
Six ruled out, one doubt: Pep Guardiola issues latest Man City injury update before Crystal Palace clash
Man City manager Pep Guardiola provides the latest update on the fitness of his squad ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park.
Dec 6, 14:24
 Manchester City's Manuel Akanji and Nathan Ake on December 4, 2024
Man City lineup vs. Crystal Palace: Predicted XI for Premier League clash
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Saturday's Premier League clash with Crystal Palace.
Dec 5, 18:11
 Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola celebrates on December 4, 2024
Preview:Crystal Palace vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Crystal Palace and Manchester City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 5, 18:05
 Manchester City's Nathan Ake receives treatment for an injury on December 4, 2024
Man City injury, suspension news and return dates for Crystal Palace clash: Ake, Akanji, Foden, Stones latest
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester City's injury and suspension news ahead of their Premier League clash with Crystal Palace on Saturday.
Dec 5, 08:44
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