Steven McInerney
Steven McInerney is a Manchester City expert and YouTube who runs the popular 'Esteemed Kompany' channel.
He joins Sports Mole for a weekly chat about all things Man City, from their form on the pitch to their activities off it.
Click here to view all of our conversations with Steven on YouTube.
Sports Mole has 102 articles about Steven McInerney. Articles 1 to 40:
Man City transfer news: Citizens "can't get it wrong again", urged to avoid midfield mistake amid Douglas Luiz, Sverre Nypan links
Man City "are much more aware of the need to get it right" when signing a new midfielder after previous "failings in the transfer market" amid reported interest in Douglas Luiz and Sverre Nypan, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
11:15
Man City vs. Club Brugge preview: Losing would be "painful" - but could Pep Guardiola's side benefit from early Champions League exit?
Man City expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole that defeat at home to Club Brugge in the Champions League on Wednesday would be "painful", but elimination from the competition could actually benefit the club this season.
08:25
Omar Marmoush's debut "one of spectacular promise" - Why Pep Guardiola's tactical tweak "isn't going to harm" Man City going forward
Omar Marmoush's Man City debut in their Premier League victory over Chelsea last weekend was "one of spectacular promise", Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
18:47
Man City 3-1 Chelsea: Was Guardiola right to start Abdukodir Khusanov? Did Pep's "gamble" pay off?
Pep Guardiola's "gamble" to start Abdukodir Khusanov against Chelsea "didn't pay off", but the defender's difficult debut will have done him "no real harm", Man City expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
18:36
Man City vs. Chelsea: Why "spectacular" Cole Palmer is destined to score and 'have his moment' against former club
Chelsea star Cole Palmer "will score" and "will have his Cole Palmer moment" against former club Man City in Saturday's Premier League clash, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Jan 24, 10:55
PSG vs. Man City: Reasons why Pep Guardiola's side will be feared by French giants ahead of huge Champions League showdown
PSG have caught Man City "on the crest of a wave" ahead of Wednesday's pivotal Champions League showdown at Parc des Princes, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Jan 21, 10:30
Ipswich 0-6 Man City: Phil Foden has "another level to go" with in-form attacker benefitting from Kevin De Bruyne role
Man City expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole that in-form Phil Foden still has "another level to go" after starring in the Citizens' 6-0 Premier League win at Ipswich Town.
Jan 21, 07:00
Erling Haaland's contract length is "absurd" - but Man City news is "special" amid Real Madrid, Barcelona links
The length of Erling Haaland's new Man City contract is "absurd", but his long-term commitment to the club is "special news", Citizen expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Jan 20, 19:02
Man City sign Abdukodir Khusanov: Why Citizens fans should be excited by arrival of "silent warrior", Hugo Viana "influence" discussed
Man City expert Steven McInerney is excited by the arrival of Abdukodir Khusanov and believes it is "very obvious" that incoming director of football Hugo Viana has played his part in the defender's transfer to the Etihad Stadium.
Jan 20, 18:39
Ipswich vs. Man City: Reasons why Pep Guardiola's side should fear shameless "bully" Liam Delap in Premier League clash
Man City expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole why Ipswich striker Liam Delap - who is "destined for the top" - will "take great pleasure" in battling City's defenders in Sunday's Premier League clash.
Jan 17, 13:53
Kyle Walker future: "Nuclear button has been pressed" - but will Man City sign replacement in January after Pep Guardiola "death knell"?
Manchester City expert Steven McInerney speaks to Sports Mole about Kyle Walker's future and discusses whether the Citizens will look to sign a replacement right-back in January.
Jan 14, 10:30
Brentford vs. Man City: Why "phenomenal" Bees "danger man" compared to Omar Marmoush will give Josko Gvardiol 'nightmares'
Brentford's "danger man" Bryan Mbeumo, who has been compared to Man City-linked Omar Marmoush, will give Josko Gvardiol an "absolute nightmare" on Tuesday, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Jan 13, 18:11
Man City 8-0 Salford: "Real worry" emerges over "special" FA Cup talent potentially repeating Morgan Rogers transfer exit
Man City expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole he is 'worried' that one of the Citizens' academy starlets could replicate Morgan Rogers in leaving the club and starring elsewhere at Premier League level.
Jan 13, 17:37
Man City vs. Salford: Pep Guardiola's side warned to be "sensible" and "smart" to avoid "dramatic twist" in FA Cup tie
Manchester City must take Salford City seriously in Saturday's FA Cup third-round tie if they wish to avoid a "big upset", Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Jan 9, 10:41
Omar Marmoush to Man City: Why Eintracht Frankfurt star with "undeniable" quality is 'ready to take next step' and solve City's "real issue"
Eintracht Frankfurt's in-demand attacker Omar Marmoush is ready to take the next step in his career in the hope of becoming a "superstar", Man City expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Jan 7, 09:07
Abdukodir Khusanov: Man City's transfer interest "very obvious" - but is "talented" defender destined to start immediately under Pep Guardiola?
Man City expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole that it is "very obvious" that Lens defender Abdukodir Khusanov could complete a transfer to the Etihad Stadium in January.
Jan 6, 21:05
Jack Grealish "fighting for his Man City future" as Pep Guardiola's "incredibly brutal" comments spell trouble for struggling attacker
Jack Grealish is "fighting for his future" at Man City and Pep Guardiola's "incredibly brutal" comments spell trouble for the struggling attacker, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole
Jan 6, 17:35
"I can't see how Savinho doesn't get better": Why in-form Man City winger can "lock down" starting spot ahead of Jack Grealish, Jeremy Doku
In-form Man City winger Savinho is set to "lock down" a starting spot on the left flank ahead of Jack Grealish and Jeremy Doku, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Jan 6, 17:00
"Kevin De Bruyne is absolutely crucial": Why Man City are not built to be without Premier League's "best creator" in top-four pursuit
Man City's top-four hopes may rely on the brilliance of the Premier League's "best creator" Kevin De Bruyne, Citizens expert Steven McInerney from Esteemed Kompany tells Sports Mole.
Jan 3, 18:55
Bruno Guimaraes, Ola Aina, Antonee Robinson: "Ideal" signing identified as Man City's January transfer priorities assessed
Bruno Guimaraes would be an "ideal signing" for Man City, while Ola Aina and Antonee Robinson could be targeted by Pep Guardiola's side in January, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Jan 3, 10:45
Man City vs. West Ham: 'There's a good chance he might be benched' - Pep Guardiola to replace out-of-form City man with James McAtee?
An out-of-form Man City player is at risk of being benched by Pep Guardiola for Saturday's Premier League clash with West Ham United at the Etihad Stadium, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Jan 2, 17:29
James McAtee: "The penny might have finally dropped" as Pep Guardiola urged to avoid "really bad" Cole Palmer, Morgan Rogers Man City repeat
"The penny might have finally dropped" for Man City manager Pep Guardiola regarding his use of James McAtee as a first-team player, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Jan 2, 17:10
Man City rebuild: Why Pep Guardiola needs to start squad overhaul in January transfer window
Manchester City expert Steven McInerney of Esteemed Kompany tells Sports Mole why Pep Guardiola needs to kick start a "massive overhaul" in the January transfer window.
Dec 30, 20:36
Leicester vs. Man City: Why Pep Guardiola's side are "primed for a Vardy masterclass"
Manchester City expert Steven McInerney from Esteemed Kompany tells Sports Mole that Pep Guardiola's side are vulnerable to a Jamie Vardy "masterclass" in Sunday's Premier League against Leicester City.
Dec 28, 13:47
Manchester City vs. Everton: Pep Guardiola must beat Sean Dyche in Premier League Boxing Day fixture
Manchester City must overcome Everton on Boxing Day considering the Toffees do not pose much threat, unlike sides such as Bournemouth, according to Steven McInerney.
Dec 25, 07:00
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
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
Aston Villa vs. Man City: Could Pep Guardiola "cook up something entirely new" in bid to end miserable run?
Aston Villa will be the "favourites" to beat an out-of-form Man City side in the Premier League on Saturday, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Dec 19, 11:00
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
Man City 1-2 Man Utd: Will Pep Guardiola's "public change in tact" force City to fix problems after "an abusive performance mentally"?
Man City expert Steven McInerney speaks to Sports Mole about how immense the club's problems are at present, whether their title hopes are over and whether Pep Guardiola's "public change in tact" could provide the impetus needed to bring about much-needed change.
Dec 16, 17:28
Man City vs. Man United: Reasons for Pep Guardiola's men to be confident of beating Ruben Amorim's "fragile" side in Manchester derby
Man City can "have a lot of joy" against a "very fragile" Man United side in Sunday's Manchester derby, Citizens expert Steven McInerney explains to Sports Mole.
Dec 13, 14:05
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
'Kyle Walker's days at Man City are numbered': Pep Guardiola told to "invest very soon" in new right-back
Man City expert Steven McInerney questions whether the Citizens should have parted ways with out-of-form captain Kyle Walker a year ago, with the 34-year-old enduring a notable decline this season.
Dec 10, 13:32
Juventus vs. Man City: "Real worry" addressed before 'game of the highest importance' in Champions League
Manchester City's Champions League showdown with Juventus on Wednesday night is 'a game of the highest importance' for Pep Guardiola's side, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Dec 9, 18:25
'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
Crystal Palace vs. Man City: Reasons why Pep Guardiola's men should be confident against Eagles side lacking "magic" in key area
Man City expert Steven McInerney shares his thoughts on why Pep Guardiola's side should be confident of success away against Crystal Palace in the Premier League on Saturday.
Dec 5, 17:19
Man City vs. Nottingham Forest: "Absolute nightmare" in store for Pep Guardiola as 'Forest are everything City are not'
'Nottingham Forest are everything Man City aren't right now', Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole ahead of Wednesday's contest at the Etihad Stadium.
Dec 2, 17:50
'Man City's rattling car needs an MOT': Pep Guardiola's side require 'Herculean effort' to end miserable run after Liverpool title blow
Sports Mole and Steven McInerney from Esteemed Kompany assess Man City's Premier League title chances and discuss where the problems lie for Pep Guardiola following last weekend's 2-0 defeat to Liverpool.
Dec 2, 17:27
Liverpool vs. Man City: Should Pep Guardiola's side be "fearing the worst"? "Fundamental issues" and title race analysed
Man City expert Steven McInerney addresses the Citizens' "fundamental issues" and shares his thoughts on whether Pep Guardiola's side can triumph in Sunday's Premier League showdown with Liverpool.
Nov 28, 14:10
"Martin Zubimendi seems a perfect option": Man City told to sign two midfielders in January amidst injury woes
Man City expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole that Pep Guardiola should look to sign two midfielders in the January transfer window amidst the club's injury woes.
Nov 26, 17:07
