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| Website: https://www.mancity.com | Major Honours: |
| Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/mancity (37 million likes) | English titles - 6 |
| Twitter: https://twitter.com/ManCity (7 million followers) | FA Cups - 6 |
| Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mancity (12.7 million followers) | League Cups - 6 |
| Date Founded: 1894 | Community Shields - 5 |
Manchester City Betting Tips, Predictions & Winning Odds
Manchester City were crowned Premier League champions in 2018/19 and Pep Guardiola’s side feature prominently in 888sport’s football betting odds for next season.
Currently 4/6 to win the title, Manchester City are well fancied to retain the title and the latest FREE Manchester City betting information will be available from our expert team of writers. 888sport is the place to be for everything Manchester City related!
Manchester City - 2019/20 Squad
Heading into the 2019/20 season, Manchester City have one of the strongest squads in world football. From reliable goalkeeper Ederson Moraes to star striker Sergio Aguero, Manchester City have the strength in depth to compete for multiple trophies in 2019/20.
With the likes of Kyle Walker, Aymeric Laporte and Benjamin Mendy in defence, City are blessed with speed and toughness. The likes of David Silva, Kevin de Bruyne and Fernandinho provide creativity and mettle in midfield while Aguero, Raheem Sterling, Leroy Sane and Gabriel Jesus lead the line in attack.
During the latest transfer market, club legend and former captain Vincent Kompany announced his departure, joining Belgian side Anderlecht as a player-manager on a free transfer.
Who Were Manchester City's Top Scorers Last Season?
1. Sergio Aguero – 32 goals
2. Raheem Sterling – 25 goals
3. Gabriel Jesus – 21 goals
4. Leroy Sane – 16 goals
5. Bernardo Silva – 13 goals
Who Are Manchester City's Top Scorers Of All-Time?
1. Sergio Aguero – 231 goals
2. Eric Brook – 177 goals
3. Tommy Johnson – 166 goals
4. Colin Bell – 153 goals
5. Joe Hayes & Billy Meredith – 152 goals
Who Owns Manchester City?
Manchester City are owned by the City Football Group, an umbrella corporation working for the Abu Dhabi United Group.
Sheikh Mansour bought the club in 2008 but the City Football Group was created after the 2011/12 season after Manchester City’s on-field success.
What Are Manchester City's Biggest Rivalries?
Manchester City’s closest rivals are Manchester United. For years, the red half of Manchester reveled as City struggled while United flourished. In recent times, that has changed. Manchester City are now the dominant force in the area and Manchester United are struggling.
As with most big clubs, Manchester City have a few rivalries outside of the city. Liverpool are now regarded as Manchester City’s closest challengers in the Premier League and Pep Guardiola’s side were pushed to the final day of the 2018/19 season by the Reds.
Furthermore, Manchester City are in direct competition with Liverpool to finish as the best team in the north west of England.
What Are Manchester City's Highest Salaries? How Much Is The Club Worth?
According to totalsportek.com, Manchester City’s wage bill stood at £242 million for the 2018/19 season.
With a few players looking to move to the Etihad Stadium this summer, their total club salary could rise again. As of May 2019, Manchester City’s estimated value is $2.7 billion.
As of the 2019/20 campaign, Manchester City will start a 10-year agreement with Puma – a deal that works out at around $86 million per season.
The principle sponsor on the front of Manchester City’s kit is Etihad Airways, with a 10-year deal worth around £400 million agreed back in 2011.
Manchester City's Most Memorable Moments & Greatest Achievements
Most of Manchester City’s success has occurred in the last decade or so. In 2017/18, Manchester City broke the record for most Premier League points in a single season – Pep Guardiola’s side were the first team to top the 100-point mark.
Given how competitive England’s premier division is, it was an incredible achievement.
In 2018/19, Manchester City surpassed that feat as they became the first English men’s team to win the domestic treble.
Retaining the Premier League title was a significant achievement but also winning the League Cup final and FA Cup final secured their place in the history books.
Read the latest Manchester City betting tips and news at 888sport to see whether we think they’ll do it again next season.
Manchester City: Fan Profile
Recent success has encouraged younger fans to follow Manchester City, also known as the Citizens, but a large section of their fanbase have been around for decades.
Manchester City have a few celebrity fans but none more famous than the Gallagher brothers from Britpop band Oasis.
Super fan Noel Gallagher is a regular at the Etihad Stadium and he was pictured leading the team in a chorus of famous Oasis song ‘Wonderwall’ on the final day of the 2018/19 Premier League season.
The Etihad Stadium
Manchester City have played their home games at the Etihad Stadium since 2003.
The Etihad Stadium is located on Ashton New Road in Manchester and is one of the best Premier League clubs for season ticket prices. Ahead of the 2018/19 season, Manchester City’s cheapest season ticket was £299 for adults.
Maine Road will live long in the memory of Manchester City fans for its intense atmosphere but most of their success has come at their new home.
Formerly known as the City of Manchester Stadium, City’s home has a capacity of just over 55,000. Fans are quick to criticize Manchester City fans for empty seats but that criticism may be fueled by jealousy from their success!
Famous Manchester City Legends
If you look back through the years, Manchester City have had a few star names on their books at one time or another. If you’re looking at the difficult years, the likes of Colin Bell, Bert Trautmann and Frank Swift were City royalty.
Looking at more modern times, Mike Doyle and Shaun Goater have been fan favourites while Sergio Aguero, Vincent Kompany and David Silva are three players who will go down in history as club legends.
