Pep Guardiola embraces Rafael Benitez ahead of the Premier League game between Newcastle United and Manchester City on December 27, 2017
Rafael Benitez: 'Soft penalty changed everything'
Newcastle United manager Rafael Benitez questions the decision to award Manchester City a penalty at 1-0 during Saturday's clash at the Etihad Stadium.
Jan 20, 20:14
Pep Guardiola embraces Sergio Aguero during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Burnley on October 21, 2017
Pep Guardiola: 'Manchester City need 10 more wins for title'
Pep Guardiola believes that "10 more wins" are required if Manchester City are to win the Premier League title for a third time.
Jan 20, 20:03
Sergio Aguero scores during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Newcastle United on January 20, 2018
Sergio Aguero hat-trick for Manchester City downs Newcastle United
Sergio Aguero scores a hat-trick in a 3-1 win as Manchester City eventually get the better of Newcastle United in a one-sided encounter at the Etihad Stadium.
Jan 20, 19:24
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola at the Premier League match against West Ham United on December 3, 2017
Can Manchester City lift EFL Cup to stay on course for treble?
Manchester City's hopes of winning the quadruple are over, but can Pep Guardiola's side remain on course for the treble by beating Arsenal in the EFL Cup final?
Jan 20, 18:44
Sergio Aguero scores during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Newcastle United on January 20, 2018
Live Commentary: Manchester City 3-1 Newcastle United - as it happened
Relive Man City's 3-1 victory over Newcastle United as Sergio Aguero scores a hat-trick at the Etihad Stadium, courtesy of Sports Mole's minute-by-minute updates.
Jan 20, 16:30
Jack Wilshere, Eden Hazard and N'Golo Kante in action during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Chelsea on January 3, 2018
This week's biggest games in world football
Sports Mole rounds up the biggest, best and most important upcoming matches from all corners of the globe.
Jan 19, 09:45
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola at the Premier League match against West Ham United on December 3, 2017
Preview:Manchester City vs. Newcastle United – prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides the team news, lineups and a full prediction of Saturday's Premier League clash between Manchester City and Newcastle United.
Jan 18, 15:33
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola at the Premier League match against West Ham United on December 3, 2017
Can Manchester City, Tottenham Hotspur avoid FA Cup upsets?
Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City travel to Football League opposition in the FA Cup fifth round, but can the Premier League sides avoid a giant-killing?
Jan 17, 16:15
Phil Jones in action during the World Cup qualifier between England and Slovakia on September 4, 2017
Phil Jones: 'Manchester United can close Premier League points gap'
Manchester United defender Phil Jones says that his side are capable of closing the gap on Premier League leaders Manchester City.
Jan 17, 11:06
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain scores the opener during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Manchester City on January 14, 2018
Liverpool end Manchester City's unbeaten run
Liverpool end Manchester City's hopes of an invincible season with a thrilling 4-3 victory over the Premier League leaders at Anfield.
Jan 14, 17:56
Virgil van Dijk in action for the Reds during the FA Cup game between Liverpool and Everton on January 5, 2018
Team News: Virgil van Dijk misses out against Manchester City due to injury
Virgil van Dijk is left out of Liverpool's squad to face Manchester City due to a hamstring injury, as Jurgen Klopp makes three changes to his starting lineup.
Jan 14, 15:02
Sergio Aguero watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester City and West Ham United on December 3, 2017
Pep Guardiola backs Sergio Aguero to end Anfield hoodoo
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola believes that his side have shown that they have what it takes to go to Anfield and end their poor record there.
Jan 12, 16:47
Roberto Firmino battles with Sergio Aguero during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Liverpool on September 9, 2017
Combined XI: Liverpool vs. Manchester City
In the buildup to Liverpool's Premier League showdown with Manchester City, Sports Mole selects a strongest combined XI from both squads.
Jan 12, 13:22
Lee Johnson gives instructions during the EFL Cup game between Manchester City and Bristol City on January 9, 2018
Lee Johnson: 'Bristol City still alive in EFL Cup tie against Manchester City'
Lee Johnson is adamant that Bristol City's EFL Cup semi-final tie with Manchester City is "not over" despite falling to a 2-1 first-leg defeat at the Etihad Stadium.
Jan 9, 22:54
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola at the Premier League match against West Ham United on December 3, 2017
Pep Guardiola: 'Manchester City job not finished yet'
Pep Guardiola insists that Manchester City still have a lot of work to do if they are to overcome Bristol City in the EFL Cup semi-finals and reach the final.
Jan 9, 22:23
Kevin De Bruyne celebrates with teammates after scoring an equaliser during the EFL Cup game between Manchester City and Bristol City on January 9, 2018
Sergio Aguero spares Manchester City blushes
Sergio Aguero scores a 92nd-minute winner to fire Manchester City into a 2-1 first-leg lead over Bristol City in the EFL Cup semi-finals.
Jan 9, 21:42
Sergio Aguero in action during the Premier League game between Newcastle United and Manchester City on December 27, 2017
Team News: Pep Guardiola leaves out Sergio Aguero for semi-final first leg
Sergio Aguero is left out of Manchester City's starting lineup to face Bristol City, as Pep Guardiola makes four changes for the EFL Cup semi-final first leg.
Jan 9, 18:48
Sergio Aguero scores late on during the EFL Cup game between Manchester City and Bristol City on January 9, 2018
Live Commentary: Manchester City 2-1 Bristol City - as it happened
Relive Manchester City's EFL Cup semi-final first leg win over Bristol City as the hosts leave it late to take the advantage into the halfway stage of the tie.
Jan 9, 18:45
Sergio Aguero in action during the Premier League game between Newcastle United and Manchester City on December 27, 2017
Ilkay Gundogan hails "perfect timing" from Sergio Aguero in win over Burnley
Ilkay Gundogan is happy with the "perfect timing" of Manchester City teammate Sergio Aguero after the pair combined to help beat Burnley in the FA Cup third round.
Jan 7, 14:37
Sean Dyche lets it all out during the Premier League game between Huddersfield Town and Burnley on December 30, 2017
Sean Dyche upbeat despite FA Cup exit to Manchester City
Burnley manager Sean Dyche praises his side's performance in their FA Cup tie with Manchester City, despite the Clarets suffering a 4-1 defeat at the Etihad.
Jan 6, 19:01
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola at the Premier League match against West Ham United on December 3, 2017
Sergio Aguero: 'It's an honour to manage Sergio Aguero'
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says that it is an "honour" to have Sergio Aguero at the club following his brace in the club's 4-1 FA Cup win over Burnley.
Jan 6, 18:39
Sergio Aguero celebrates opening the scoring during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Burnley on October 21, 2017
FA Cup roundup: Stoke City out, Manchester City through, Bournemouth draw
Sports Mole rounds up all of Saturday afternoon's action in the third round of the FA Cup, as Stoke City are beaten by Coventry City while Manchester City progress.
Jan 6, 17:21
Sergio Aguero in action during the Premier League game between Newcastle United and Manchester City on December 27, 2017
Manchester City come from behind to reach FA Cup fourth round
Manchester City come from behind to beat Burnley 4-1 at the Etihad Stadium, sealing their place in the fourth round of the FA Cup.
Jan 6, 16:51
Pep Guardiola applauds during the Premier League game between Manchester City and West Ham United on December 3, 2017
Live Commentary: Manchester City 4-1 Burnley - as it happened
Relive Manchester City's 4-1 win over Burnley as Pep Guardiola's side come from behind to book their place in the fourth round of the FA Cup.
Jan 6, 14:00
Alexis Sanchez celebrates during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Huddersfield Town on November 29, 2017
Manchester City willing to pay £35m for Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez?
Manchester City are reportedly willing to pay £35m in order to sign Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez during the January transfer window.
Jan 6, 10:35
Harry Kane and Cristiano Ronaldo greet each other on October 17, 2017
Sergio Aguero: 'Harry Kane good enough for Real Madrid'
Sergio Aguero insists that Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane "would not have a problem" playing for Real Madrid, as speculation over the Englishman's future continues.
Jan 4, 13:04
Sergio Aguero in action during the Premier League game between Newcastle United and Manchester City on December 27, 2017
Sergio Aguero: 'I do not want to leave Manchester City'
Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero insists that he wants to remain with the club and see out his current contract.
Jan 3, 09:06
Raheem Sterling celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Watford on January 2, 2018
Manchester City move 15 points clear at summit
Manchester City move 15 points clear of second-placed Manchester United in the Premier League table courtesy of a 3-1 win over Watford.
Jan 2, 21:55
Pep Guardiola gesticulates during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Burnley on October 21, 2017
Team News: David Silva returns for Manchester City
Midfielder David Silva returns to the Manchester City starting lineup for the Premier League clash against Watford.
Jan 2, 19:02
Raheem Sterling celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Watford on January 2, 2018
Live Commentary: Manchester City 3-1 Watford - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live commentary of the Premier League clash between Manchester City and Watford from the Etihad Stadium, which ended 3-1.
Jan 2, 19:00
Gabriel Jesus and Andros Townsend in action during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Manchester City on December 31, 2017
Crystal Palace hold Manchester City to goalless draw
Manchester City's 18-game winning run in the Premier League ends as Crystal Palace hold the Citizens to a goalless draw.
Dec 31, 14:05
Gabriel Jesus goes down injured during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Manchester City on December 31, 2017
Gabriel Jesus suffers serious knee injury?
Early reports suggest that Manchester City striker Gabriel Jesus fears he may have damaged his knee ligaments, which could put his World Cup place in jeopardy.
Dec 31, 13:36
Gabriel Jesus in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester City on September 30, 2017
Team News: Gabriel Jesus replaces Sergio Aguero at Selhurst Park
Gabriel Jesus replaces Sergio Aguero for Manchester City's trip to Crystal Palace as one of three changes from last time out.
Dec 31, 11:04
Marouane Fellaini celebrates scoring during the Champions League game between Manchester United and Basel on September 12, 2017
Marouane Fellaini: 'I am unfairly treated'
Manchester United midfielder Marouane Fellaini insists that he is harshly treated and has an unfair reputation as an aggressive player.
Dec 28, 10:52
Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane in action during his side's Premier League clash with Leicester City at the King Power Stadium on November 28, 2017
Tottenham Hotspur 'to break wage structure for Harry Kane'
Tottenham Hotspur will reportedly 'smash through their wage ceiling' in order to keep hold of record-breaking striker Harry Kane.
Dec 28, 09:45
Kyle Walker congratulates Raheem Sterling for making it 2-0 during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Bournemouth on December 23, 2017
Raheem Sterling strike sends Manchester City 15 points clear
Raheem Sterling scores the only goal of the game as Manchester City overcome Newcastle United 1-0 at St James' Park to move 15 points clear at the top of the table.
Dec 27, 21:37
Joey Barton and Georginio Wijnaldum during the Premier League match between Burnley and Liverpool on March 12, 2017
Joey Barton: 'I would love Marseille return as player or coach'
Joey Barton reveals that he "would love" to return to Ligue 1 outfit Marseille after being "immediately accepted" by the club's supporters in 2012.
Dec 27, 19:39
Kevin De Bruyne in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and West Ham United on December 3, 2017
Sports Mole readers' Team of the Season so far
Sports Mole presents the readers' choice for Premier League Team of the Season at the halfway stage of the campaign.
Dec 26, 12:15
Harry Kane rues a missed opportunity in Tottenham Hotspur's Premier League match against Stoke City on December 9, 2017
Vote for your Premier League striker of the season so far
Vote for your striker in the Sports Mole readers' halfway-stage Premier League Team of the Season.
Dec 24, 15:10
Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany warms up before his side's Premier League match against Everton at the Etihad Stadium on October 15, 2016
Vincent Kompany: 'Manchester City forwards want more goals'
Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany says that the club's attacking players remain hungry to score more goals after recording a 17th successive win in the top flight.
Dec 24, 12:32
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