Julian Alvarez
![Manchester City's Erling Haaland with manager Pep Guardiola after being substituted on October 25, 2023 Manchester City's Erling Haaland with manager Pep Guardiola after being substituted on October 25, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/23/43/erling-haaland-pep-guardiola.jpg?w=87&h=65&auto=compress,format&fit=clip)
Pep Guardiola delivers Erling Haaland injury update ahead of Young Boys clash
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola delivers an injury update on Erling Haaland ahead of Tuesday's Champions League clash with Young Boys.
Nov 6, 14:21
![Manchester City's Erling Haaland reacts after missing a chance to score on November 4, 2023 Manchester City's Erling Haaland reacts after missing a chance to score on November 4, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
How Manchester City could line up against Young Boys
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Tuesday's Champions League Group G clash with Young Boys.
Nov 5, 09:12
![Manchester City's Jeremy Doku celebrates scoring their first goal on November 4, 2023 Manchester City's Jeremy Doku celebrates scoring their first goal on November 4, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Manchester City vs. Young Boys - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Champions League clash between Manchester City and Young Boys, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 5, 09:04
![England's John Stones celebrates after the match on June 19, 2023 England's John Stones celebrates after the match on June 19, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
John Stones 'in talks over new Manchester City contract'
John Stones is reportedly in talks with Manchester City over a new contract, with his current deal due to expire at the end of the 2025-26 campaign.
Nov 4, 22:52
![Manchester City's Manuel Akanji reacts after being sent off on October 21, 2023 Manchester City's Manuel Akanji reacts after being sent off on October 21, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
How Manchester City could line up against Bournemouth
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Saturday's Premier League clash with Bournemouth.
Nov 2, 13:01
![Manchester City's Erling Braut Haaland celebrates scoring their first goal on October 28, 2023 Manchester City's Erling Braut Haaland celebrates scoring their first goal on October 28, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Manchester City vs. Bournemouth - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Manchester City and Bournemouth, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 2, 12:55
![Lionel Messi poses with the Ballon d'Or trophy on October 30, 2023 Lionel Messi poses with the Ballon d'Or trophy on October 30, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Lionel Messi wins record-extending eighth Ballon d'Or
Inter Miami and Argentina attacker Lionel Messi wins a record-extending eighth Ballon d'Or, beating Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe to the accolade.
Oct 30, 21:31
![Manchester United's Casemiro celebrates scoring their second goal on September 26, 2023 Manchester United's Casemiro celebrates scoring their second goal on September 26, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: Casemiro ruled out for Manchester United as Manchester City make six changes for derby
Casemiro is absent from Manchester United's matchday squad for this afternoon's Manchester derby with rivals Manchester City, who make six changes for the clash at Old Trafford.
Oct 29, 14:39
![Manchester City's Manuel Akanji reacts after being shown a red card by referee Robert Jones on October 21, 2023 Manchester City's Manuel Akanji reacts after being shown a red card by referee Robert Jones on October 21, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
How Manchester City could line up against Manchester United
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Sunday's Premier League Manchester derby against Manchester United.
Oct 27, 10:40
![Manchester City's Erling Haaland celebrates after the match on September 23, 2023 Manchester City's Erling Haaland celebrates after the match on September 23, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Combined XI: Manchester United vs. Manchester City
Ahead of Sunday's Manchester derby between Manchester United and Manchester City in the Premier League, Sports Mole chooses a combined XI from both squads.
Oct 27, 09:39
![Julian Alvarez celebrates scoring for Manchester City on September 2, 2023 Julian Alvarez celebrates scoring for Manchester City on September 2, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Man City 'to demand £80m for Barcelona, Real Madrid-linked Julian Alvarez'
Real Madrid and Barcelona are reportedly informed that it would take a bid of £80m to poach Julian Alvarez from Manchester City next summer.
Oct 26, 09:38
![Manchester City's Erling Haaland celebrates scoring their second goal on October 25, 2023 Manchester City's Erling Haaland celebrates scoring their second goal on October 25, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Erling Haaland breaks Kylian Mbappe Champions League record in Young Boys win
Erling Haaland breaks a Champions League record previously held by Kylian Mbappe after scoring a brace in Manchester City's 3-1 away victory over Young Boys on Wednesday.
Oct 25, 23:23
![Manchester City's Erling Braut Haaland celebrates scoring their third goal with teammates on October 21, 2023 Manchester City's Erling Braut Haaland celebrates scoring their third goal with teammates on October 21, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Manchester City take control of Group G with 3-1 win over Young Boys
Manchester City take control of Group G with a 3-1 win over Swiss Super League champions Young Boys at the Wankdorf Stadium on Wednesday night.
Oct 25, 21:58
![Brighton & Hove Albion's Simon Adingra celebrates scoring their first goal on October 8, 2023 Brighton & Hove Albion's Simon Adingra celebrates scoring their first goal on October 8, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Brighton & Hove Albion vs. Ajax - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Europa League clash between Brighton & Hove Albion and Ajax, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 25, 02:57
![Manchester City's Julian Alvarez celebrates scoring their first goal on September 19, 2023 Manchester City's Julian Alvarez celebrates scoring their first goal on September 19, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Manchester City 'confident of keeping Julian Alvarez amid Real Madrid links'
Manchester City are reportedly confident of Julian Alvarez staying at the club past the conclusion of this season, despite interest from both Real Madrid and Barcelona.
Oct 23, 23:48
![Manchester City's Jack Grealish pictured during training on August 15, 2023 Manchester City's Jack Grealish pictured during training on August 15, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
How Manchester City could line up against Young Boys
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Wednesday's Champions League clash with Young Boys.
Oct 23, 20:12
![Man City's Erling Braut Haaland waves to fans on July 20, 2022 Man City's Erling Braut Haaland waves to fans on July 20, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Young Boys vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Champions League clash between Young Boys and Manchester City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 23, 20:09
![West Ham United's Lucas Paqueta pictured on August 12, 2023 West Ham United's Lucas Paqueta pictured on August 12, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Manchester City 'still interested in West Ham United's Lucas Paqueta'
Manchester City reportedly retain an interest in West Ham United's Lucas Paqueta, who saw a summer move to the Etihad collapse amid an FA betting investigation.
Oct 22, 12:38
![Bayern Munich's Jamal Musiala pictured on July 23, 2023 Bayern Munich's Jamal Musiala pictured on July 23, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Manchester City to rival Liverpool for Bayern Munich's Jamal Musiala?
Manchester City reportedly prepare to rival Liverpool and Real Madrid for the services of Bayern Munich playmaker Jamal Musiala.
Oct 22, 12:18
![Brighton & Hove Albion's Solly March is placed on a stretcher after sustaining an injury as Lewis Dunk looks on on October 21, 2023 Brighton & Hove Albion's Solly March is placed on a stretcher after sustaining an injury as Lewis Dunk looks on on October 21, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Brighton & Hove Albion's Roberto De Zerbi issues concerning Solly March injury update
Brighton & Hove Albion boss Roberto De Zerbi provides a concerning injury update on Solly March after the winger was stretchered off in Saturday's 2-1 Premier League defeat at Manchester City.
Oct 21, 21:25
![Manchester City's Manuel Akanji reacts after being sent off on October 21, 2023 Manchester City's Manuel Akanji reacts after being sent off on October 21, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji to miss derby with Manchester United
Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji will miss next weekend's Premier League derby showdown with rivals Manchester United after being sent off in the Citizens' 2-1 win over Brighton & Hove Albion.
Oct 21, 18:56
![Manchester City's Erling Braut Haaland celebrates scoring against Brighton & Hove Albion on October 21, 2023 Manchester City's Erling Braut Haaland celebrates scoring against Brighton & Hove Albion on October 21, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Manchester City break two Premier League records in Brighton & Hove Albion victory
Manchester City break two Premier League records, including one set by rivals Manchester United, after beating Brighton & Hove Albion 2-1 at the Etihad Stadium.
Oct 21, 18:34
![Manchester City's Erling Braut Haaland celebrates scoring against Brighton & Hove Albion on October 21, 2023 Manchester City's Erling Braut Haaland celebrates scoring against Brighton & Hove Albion on October 21, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Manchester City return to Premier League summit with win over Brighton & Hove Albion
Ten-man Manchester City return to the top of the Premier League table courtesy of a 2-1 victory over Brighton & Hove Albion at the Etihad Stadium.
Oct 21, 17:03
![Manchester City's John Stones pictured on August 6, 2023 Manchester City's John Stones pictured on August 6, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
How Manchester City could line up against Brighton & Hove Albion
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Saturday's Premier League clash with Brighton & Hove Albion.
Oct 19, 14:38
![Manchester City players huddle before the match on October 8, 2023 Manchester City players huddle before the match on October 8, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Manchester City vs. Brighton & Hove Albion - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Manchester City and Brighton & Hove Albion, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 19, 14:31
![Manchester City's Julian Alvarez celebrates scoring their first goal on September 19, 2023 Manchester City's Julian Alvarez celebrates scoring their first goal on September 19, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Barcelona, Real Madrid 'eyeing up move for Manchester City's Julian Alvarez'
Spanish giants Barcelona and Real Madrid are reportedly eyeing up a move for in-form Manchester City forward and World Cup winner Julian Alvarez.
Oct 18, 17:46
![Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring their first goal on September 8, 2023 Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring their first goal on September 8, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
How Argentina could line up against Peru
Sports Mole looks at how Argentina could line up in Tuesday's World Cup qualification fixture with Peru.
Oct 15, 11:30
![Argentina's Nicolas Otamendi celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on October 13, 2023 Argentina's Nicolas Otamendi celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on October 13, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Peru vs. Argentina - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's South American World Cup qualification clash between Peru and Argentina, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 15, 11:18
![Palmeiras' Luis Guilherme pictured in the warm up on April 20, 2023 Palmeiras' Luis Guilherme pictured in the warm up on April 20, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Premier League giants rivalling Real Madrid for Palmeiras duo?
Manchester City, Manchester United, Arsenal and Chelsea are reportedly rivalling Real Madrid in the chase for Palmeiras pair Estevao and Luis Guilherme.
Oct 14, 17:22
![Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes scores their first goal on September 23, 2023 Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes scores their first goal on September 23, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Bruno Fernandes equals Premier League record with Goal of the Month award
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes equals a Premier League record after winning the Goal of the Month award for September.
Oct 13, 23:40
![Tottenham Hotspur attacker Son Heung-min pictured in September 2023 Tottenham Hotspur attacker Son Heung-min pictured in September 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Son Heung-min, Ange Postecoglou take home September Premier League awards
Tottenham Hotspur boss Ange Postecoglou wins back-to-back Premier League Manager of the Month prizes, while Son Heung-min is named the Player of the Month for September.
Oct 13, 12:21
![Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring their first goal on September 8, 2023 Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring their first goal on September 8, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
How Argentina could line up against Paraguay
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Argentina could line up for Friday's CONMEBOL World Cup qualifier against Paraguay.
Oct 11, 00:08
![Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on September 8, 2023 Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on September 8, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Argentina vs. Paraguay - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's World Cup Qualifying - South America clash between Argentina and Paraguay, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 11, 00:03
![Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya pictured on September 17, 2023 Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya pictured on September 17, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
"It's my fault" - Mikel Arteta takes blame for David Raya blunders
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta takes the blame for David Raya's distribution errors in Sunday's 1-0 Premier League win over Manchester City.
Oct 9, 09:29
![Arsenal's Gabriel Martinelli celebrates scoring their first goal on October 8, 2023 Arsenal's Gabriel Martinelli celebrates scoring their first goal on October 8, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Gabriel Martinelli winner propels Arsenal to special victory over Manchester City
Arsenal end a 12-game Premier League losing streak against Manchester City with a well-deserved 1-0 victory in front of an ecstatic Emirates crowd on Sunday afternoon.
Oct 8, 18:24
![Bukayo Saka in Arsenal training on October 2, 2023 Bukayo Saka in Arsenal training on October 2, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: Bukayo Saka left out of Arsenal squad, Manchester City make three changes
Bukayo Saka is left out the Arsenal squad for this afternoon's Premier League showdown with champions Manchester City at the Emirates Stadium.
Oct 8, 15:31
![Manchester City's Rodri walks off the pitch after being sent off on September 23, 2023 Manchester City's Rodri walks off the pitch after being sent off on September 23, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
How Manchester City could line up against Arsenal
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Sunday's Premier League clash with Arsenal.
Oct 6, 09:32
![Manchester City's Julian Alvarez celebrates scoring their second goal on October 4, 2023 Manchester City's Julian Alvarez celebrates scoring their second goal on October 4, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Arsenal vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Arsenal and Manchester City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 6, 09:12
![Aston Villa's John McGinn celebrates scoring their first goal on October 5, 2023 Aston Villa's John McGinn celebrates scoring their first goal on October 5, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Wolverhampton Wanderers vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 6, 08:10
![Manchester City's Rico Lewis in action with RB Leipzig's Nicolas Seiwald on October 4, 2023 Manchester City's Rico Lewis in action with RB Leipzig's Nicolas Seiwald on October 4, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Pep Guardiola: 'Rico Lewis by far one of the best players I have ever coached'
Pep Guardiola describes Rico Lewis as "one of the best" players that he has ever coached after the Manchester City youngster starred in Wednesday's 3-1 Champions League win over RB Leipzig.
Oct 5, 00:32