Roberto Mancini
Joe Hart hits back at critics
Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart backs his side to turn the title race on its head in the second half of the season by conceding fewer goals.
Jan 12, 04:20
Samir Nasri demands Manchester City hunger
Manchester City midfielder Samir Nasri insists that his side can only retain their Premier League title if they prove they have the hunger to succeed.
Jan 12, 03:03
Wojciech Szczesny confident of beating Manchester City
Arsenal goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny backs his side to beat Manchester City this weekend and points to the club's strong home record against Roberto Mancini's side as evidence.
Jan 12, 00:40
Preview: Arsenal vs. Manchester City
Sports Mole looks ahead to this Sunday's Premier League battle between Arsenal and Manchester City at the Emirates.
Jan 11, 15:15
Mario Balotelli agent hits back at Silvio Berlusconi
Mario Balotelli's agent Mino Raiola hits out at Silvio Berlusconi over his criticism of the Italy international.
Jan 10, 22:57
Carlos Tevez: 'Roberto Mancini's Robin van Persie praise fired me'
Carlos Tevez says that Roberto Mancini's recent praise for Robin van Persie has increased his motivation to win the Premier League and the FA Cup this season.
Jan 10, 06:15
Napoli: 'Manchester City want Edinson Cavani'
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini wants to buy Edinson Cavani, according to Napoli assistant manager Angelo Gregucci.
Jan 9, 05:28
Roberto Mancini is concerned with Jack Rodwell injuries
Roberto Mancini admits that Jack Rodwell's recurring injuries are becoming a problem at Manchester City.
Jan 7, 23:43
Manchester City offer fans chance to have dinner with Roberto Mancini
Manchester City offer supporters the chance to have dinner with manager Roberto Mancini, who plans to answer questions from the club's following.
Jan 7, 14:28
Napoli 'want Mario Balotelli, Edinson Cavani to link up'
Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis says that he would "prefer" Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli to play alongside Edinson Cavani at the San Paolo.
Jan 7, 11:15
Carlos Tevez plays down Mario Balotelli-Roberto Mancini spat
Carlos Tevez says that the training ground fight between Roberto Mancini and Mario Balotelli was emphasised because it happened at Manchester City.
Jan 7, 07:47
Carlos Tevez reveals Mario Balotelli help
Carlos Tevez reveals that he is trying to help Manchester City teammate Mario Balotelli on and off the pitch.
Jan 7, 00:21
David Platt predicts big future for Marcos Lopes
Manchester City coach David Platt thinks that Marcos Lopes's goal against Watford this afternoon is a sign that the Portuguese youngster has a bright future at the Etihad.
Jan 5, 20:58
Team News: Costel Pantilimon starts for Manchester City
Joe Hart is rested for today's FA Cup clash with Watford.
Jan 5, 14:08
Gianfranco Zola: 'Roberto Mancini going into management was unexpected'
Watford manager Gianfranco Zola says that he did not expect Roberto Mancini to go into football management as he did not seem to have the desire for it during his playing days.
Jan 5, 12:37
Manchester City's Mario Balotelli 'has regular sessions with club chaplain'
Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli reportedly meets with the club's chaplain regularly in order to improve his attitude and save his place at the Premier League club.
Jan 4, 13:08
Sir Alex Ferguson: 'Training secrecy is essential'
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson highlights the importance of training ground secrecy following the bust-up between Roberto Mancini and Mario Balotelli at rivals City.
Jan 4, 12:50
Roberto Mancini willing to give Mario Balotelli "another 100 chances"
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini says that he will give striker Mario Balotelli "another 100 chances" because he believes that he can "change".
Jan 4, 11:39
Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini: 'I didn't fight with Mario Balotelli'
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini insists that he did not "fight" with Mario Balotelli and says that the striker will not be disciplined by the club after their training ground bust-up.
Jan 4, 10:59
Roberto Mancini called Mario Balotelli a "lunatic" in bust-up?
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini reportedly accused Mario Balotelli of being an "impossible lunatic" during yesterday's training ground scrap.
Jan 4, 09:06
Sven-Goran Eriksson plays down Mario Balotelli, Roberto Mancini bust-up
Sven-Goran Eriksson says that confrontations between players and managers during training sessions happen at every club.
Jan 4, 05:00
Dietmar Hamann: 'No future for Mario Balotelli at Manchester City'
Former Manchester City midfielder Dietmar Hamann believes that Mario Balotelli's clash with Roberto Mancini on Thursday will lead to his leaving the club.
Jan 4, 03:33
Rodney Marsh: 'Mario Balotelli, Roberto Mancini are incendiary'
Rodney Marsh says that Mario Balotelli and Roberto Mancini were bound to clash because they both have strong personalities.
Jan 4, 03:18
Adam Drury to 'join Burton Albion on loan'
Manchester City youngster Adam Drury joins Burton Albion on a month-long loan.
Jan 3, 22:30
Preview: Manchester City vs. Watford
Sports Mole looks ahead to this Saturday's FA Cup third-round tie between Manchester City and Watford.
Jan 3, 15:23
Mario Balotelli, Roberto Mancini 'pulled apart in training ground scrap'
Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini and striker Mario Balotelli are reportedly forced apart during a scrap, which exploded midway through a training session at Carrington.
Jan 3, 14:16
Zlatan Ibrahimovic: 'Mario Balotelli makes people smile'
Zlatan Ibrahimovic says that Mario Balotelli makes people around him smile and backs Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini to get the best out of him.
Jan 3, 04:51
Zlatan Ibrahimovic: 'Mario Balotelli is a special player'
Zlatan Ibrahimovic says that Mario Balotelli is "a special player" who can help Manchester City win the Premier League title this season.
Jan 3, 03:50
Corinthians reject Paulinho, Manchester City talk
Corinthians director of football Roberto de Andrade dismisses speculation linking Paulinho with a move to Manchester City or Paris Saint-Germain in January.
Jan 1, 17:28
Match Analysis: Manchester City 3-0 Stoke City
Sports Mole looks back over Manchester City's routine 3-0 win over Stoke City.
Jan 1, 16:57
Team News: James Milner, Joleon Lescott in for Manchester City
Man City bring in James Milner and Joleon Lescott for their match against Stoke, while Carlos Tevez once again misses out.
Jan 1, 14:22
Live Commentary: Manchester City 3-0 Stoke City - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live text coverage as champions Manchester City play host to Stoke City at the Etihad Stadium.
Jan 1, 14:00
Manchester City were "very close" to signing Robin van Persie from Arsenal
Roberto Mancini reveals that Manchester City were "very close" to signing striker Robin van Persie from Arsenal in the summer.
Jan 1, 13:26
Roberto Mancini: 'Manchester City could sign new players'
Roberto Mancini says that Manchester City will "probably" sign new players in the January transfer window.
Jan 1, 12:50
Manchester City opt against Samir Nasri appeal
Samir Nasri will miss the next three Premier League matches after Manchester City decide not to appeal his recent red card.
Dec 31, 14:36
Roberto Mancini rules out January departures
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini reveals that he will not sell any of his players during the January transfer window.
Dec 31, 12:06
Samir Nasri free to play against Stoke as Manchester City appeal red card
Roberto Mancini confirms that Samir Nasri will be available against Stoke City on New Year's Day after City appealed his red card from the weekend.
Dec 31, 11:57
Starting role surprises Edin Dzeko
Manchester City striker Edin Dzeko reveals that he thought he was going to be a substitute against Norwich City.
Dec 30, 16:16
Report: Manchester City keen on Ryan Shawcross
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini is reportedly interested in signing Stoke City captain Ryan Shawcross.
Dec 30, 00:58
Roberto Mancini slams "incredible" Samir Nasri dismissal
Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini slams the referee's decision to send Samir Nasri off in his side's 4-3 victory over Norwich this afternoon.
Dec 29, 18:42
