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Kevin De Bruyne outburst: Has moody Man City star been treated unfairly?
Man City expert Steven McInerney from Esteemed Kompany tells Sports Mole that he sympathises with Kevin De Bruyne after he vented his anger towards his Belgium teammates over the international break.
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Man City's Premier League hearing date 'confirmed' amid 115 alleged charges
The Premier League's hearing into Manchester City's 115 alleged charges for breaching financial fair play rules will reportedly begin on Monday (September 16).
15:52
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Nathan Ake injury: "A lot of pressure on Gvardiol", Man City expert tells Sports Mole
Man City expert Steven McInerney from Esteemed Kompany shares his views to Sports Mole on Nathan Ake's injury and how his expected absence "puts a lot of pressure" on Josko Gvardiol heading into a busy fixture schedule.
15:50
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Champions League fixtures, draw dates, knockout rounds for new-look 2024-25 format
Sports Mole provides the Champions League fixtures, draw dates and the knockout rounds for the new-look 2024-25 competition.
Sep 11, 16:07
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Man City coach provides latest on Pep Guardiola future amid England links - "They will do everything in their power"
Manchester City academy coach Richard Dunne gives Sports Mole the latest on Pep Guardiola's future with Manchester City amid links with the England job.
Sep 11, 11:02
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Man City injury news and return dates before Brentford clash: Foden, Savio latest
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester City's injury and suspension news ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash with Brentford.
Sep 11, 09:20
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Barcelona transfer news: Bayern Munich chief offers Joshua Kimmich contract update
Bayern Munich CEO Herbert Hainer says that he wants to keep Barcelona-linked Joshua Kimmich at Allianz Arena for the rest of his career.
Sep 11, 08:44
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Erling Haaland's record vs. Brentford
Sports Mole takes a look at Manchester City striker Erling Haaland's record against Brentford, including overall wins, goals and assists.
Sep 11, 07:30
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Erling Haaland: Can Man City striker break Premier League scoring record again?
Sports Mole takes a look at Erling Haaland's scoring record in the 2024-25 campaign, how many goals he is projected to score and what single-season record the Man City striker is attempting to break.
Sep 11, 07:00
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Man City transfer news: Mateo Kovacic 'makes decision' over possible Saudi Pro League move
Manchester City midfielder Mateo Kovacic reportedly makes a decision over a potential transfer to the Saudi Pro League.
Sep 10, 23:58
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Man City handed major Nathan Ake injury concern ahead of Brentford clash
Manchester City defender Nathan Ake is a major doubt for Saturday's Premier League clash with Brentford after he was forced off on a stretcher while playing for the Netherlands on Tuesday.
Sep 10, 22:35
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Erling Haaland future: Man City striker 'set' to sign new contract on one condition
Erling Haaland is reportedly set to agree to signing a new-and-improved Manchester City contract on one condition.
Sep 10, 18:49
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Bayern Munich chief sends clear Jamal Musiala transfer message to Man City, Real Madrid
Bayern Munich are determined to keep hold of Manchester City and Real Madrid-linked attacker Jamal Musiala, according to club president Herbert Hainer.
Sep 10, 18:28
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Man City transfer news: Citizens 'planning £300m spending spree' if Pep Guardiola departs next year
Manchester City could reportedly spend as much as £300m to strengthen their squad if current manager Pep Guardiola leaves the club next summer.
Sep 10, 13:08
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Brentford make Bryan Mbeumo transfer decision amid Arsenal, Man City, Liverpool interest?
Arsenal, Manchester City and Liverpool are reportedly among a number of Premier League clubs who have discovered the asking price of Brentford attacker Bryan Mbeumo.
Sep 10, 12:45
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Chelsea transfer news: Blues 'considering' move for £70m former player
Chelsea are reportedly eyeing up a surprise move for a former defender who plies his trade in the Premier League and is valued at around £70m.
Sep 10, 12:26
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EA FC 25 ratings revealed: Kylian Mbappe, Lionel Messi, Jude Bellingham
Sports Mole takes a look at the 25 highest-rated players in EA FC 25, as Kylian Mbappe leads the way.
Sep 9, 20:13
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Man City handed Rodri, Savinho injury boosts ahead of Brentford showdown
Manchester City receive a pair of boosts over the fitness of Savinho and Rodri ahead of their return to Premier League action against Brentford on Saturday.
Sep 9, 18:10
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Man City transfer news: Pep Guardiola to be handed £100m January warchest?
Manchester City could reportedly back Pep Guardiola with a £100m transfer warchest in January as they target moves for Florian Wirtz and Jamal Musiala.
Sep 8, 23:59
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Man City 'identify' £22m Rodri replacement but face Liverpool problem
Manchester City reportedly show an interest in signing Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton, but Liverpool are also vying for his signature.
Sep 7, 23:17