Jon Walters: ‘It’s going to be a grandstand finish’

Ireland forward still believes his side can qualify for World Cup despite Serbia loss

David Meyler: ‘We poured our heart and soul into the performance ’

Irish midfielder has not given up hope of World Cup qualification

Irish World Cup hopes flicker and fade as Serbia end home run

Aleksandar Kolarov’s goal puts 10-man Serbia in pole position for Russia qualification

Serbia warm up for Dublin date with easy win over Moldova

Mijat Gacinovic inspires his side with second international goal in two games

Manchester City make easy work of weak West Brom

Pep Guardiola’s side will go into the final game in third place after easy win

Fellaini sees red for head-butt in dull Manchester derby

United finish encounter with 10 men after midfielder

Man City’s defence marked absent again as Monaco advance

French side go through to Champions League quarter-finals on away goals

Aguero and Sané leave Sunderland floundering

David Moyes’ side now six points off safety after another defeat at Stadium of Light

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The latest injury and suspension news ahead of Saturday, Sunday and Monday’s action

Sergio Aguero takes his chance as Manchester City go second

Striker comes on early in first half for the injured Gabriel Jesus and scores second goal

Gabriel Jesus scores injury time winner for Man City

Brazilian striker scores twice after again being preferred to top scorer Sergio Aguero

Fernandinho sees red but Man City squeeze past Burnley

Sergio Agüero comes off the bench to score as Clarets makes hosts work for their win

No New Year’s Eve fireworks as Liverpool edge out Man City

Wijnaldum’s early header the difference as predicted thriller fails to materialise

Scoreline harsh on Hull but Manchester City have too much

Three goals and third win in a row for Pep Guardiola’s team, as Hull remain bottom

Pablo Zabaleta’s strike sets Manchester City on their way to conquering Watford

Pep Guardiola’s side remain in the top four but still seven points behind leaders Chelsea

Jamie Vardy parties hard as Manchester City defence disintegrates

England striker grabs hat-trick as Pep Guardiola’s problems increase

Manchester City qualify for last 16 but must settle for second place

A scrappy game in Moenchengladbach saw both sides ending with red cards

Vincent Kompany suffers 35th injury in eight years at Manchester City

Belgian’s Etihad future in doubt as club aim for place in last 16 of Champions League

Middlesbrough bring Manchester City back to earth with a bang

Pep Guardiola’s side miss chance to go three clear after Marten de Roon’s late equaliser

Ruthless Barcelona thrash hapless Manchester City

Messi hat-trick ensures Guardiola endures torrid return

Thunderous Spurs swat aside Man City to make big statement

Pep Guardiola suffers first City defeat as Pochettino’s side show title credentials

Celtic and Manchester City share spoils after six-goal thriller

Chance of record start for Pep Guardiola is ended at Celtic Park

Pep Guardiola demands more from Man City despite 10th win

Win over Swansea is convincing but also highlights potential flaw in defensive system

Kevin De Bruyne stars again in Manchester City rout

Bournemouth put to the sword as Pep Guardiola’s side keep up 100% record

Martin O’Neill right to be positve but faultlines remain

Away draw a good start but long campaign beckons unless Ireland retain ball better

Roy Keane confident Ireland squad has talent to progress

World Cup qualifier: Séamus Coleman remains a doubt for match against Serbia

Joe Hart waves but fails to say goodbye just yet at Man City

Pep Guardiola gives goalkeeper first start of season as club secure Champions League spot

Sergio Aguero misses two penalties but still bags hat-trick in playoff win

Pep Guardiola’s team ease through the first leg of their Champions League playoff

Paddy McNair own goal hands City an opening win

New manager makes statement by dropping Joe Harte and Yaya Toure

Plenty of work for Pep Guardiola in Man City project

The challenge for the Catalan is to send a shock wave through the club

Injury to Vincent Kompany yet again exposes Manchester City

The loss of their captain in the first half killed City off as they went out with a whimper

Sadio Mané bags hat-trick as Southampton tear City apart

Shane Long also on target as Manuel Pellegrini’s much-changed side ship four goals

Newcastle continue revival as Manchester City slip into shoddy mode

Rafael Benítez leaves out some big names at St James’ Park

Manchester City’s Manuel Pellegrini pleased to avoid Barcelona

‘When you are among the best eight teams, it‘s always a difficult draw‘

City and United at a crossroads: who will go on to dominate?

Pep Guardiola’s arrival gives City the edge but both clubs need to revitalise squads

Manuel Pellegrini looks for a payback for Sunday’s gamble

City back to full strength for vital last 16 clash against Dynamo Kiev

Sergio Aguero back on song as Man City ease past Crystal Palace

Argentinian’s brace moves Manuel Pellegrini’s side to the top of the league table

Man City blown off course at Stoke

Shaqiri and Arnautovic unlock the visitor’s defence as City hand initiative back to title rivals

Vincent Kompany brands Uefa a joke and backs right to boo anthem

Manchester City captain attacks potential Uefa charge after 2-1 win over Norwich

Yaya Toure’s late penalty keeps Manchester City on top

Joe Hart had handed Norwich a lifeline with error for Cameron Jerome goal

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