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Ranking the 10 Best Manchester City Players of all time
Founded in 1880, Manchester City are the fifth-most successful club in English football, and here we learn more about the 10 Best Manchester City players of all time.
Manchester City have become a formidable force under master tactician Pep Guardiola in recent years. The last ten years have been the most successful in the club’s history, which has been possible because of their incredible players.
Most of the players in the 10 Best Manchester City players of all time list are from the last decade, but there are some exceptions as well. Read until the end to find the complete list.
10. Pablo Zabaleta (2008–2017)
A tenacious full-back known for his ability to operate on both flanks, Zabaleta played 230 matches for Manchester City. His crossing abilities, coupled with his excellent control of the ball and vision, made him a threat to opponent defenders. Bagging 12 goals and 27 assists, Zabaleta helped the Citizens win 2 Premier League titles, 1 English FA Cup, 2 English League Cups, and 1 English Super Cup.
9. Kevin De Bruyne (2015–)
After an unsuccessful spell at Chelsea, many didn’t imagine Kevin De Bruyne would become one of the top players in the Premier League. However, the Belgian improved his qualities and became a lethal weapon under Pep Guardiola.
De Bruyne’s creativity, vision, passing and shooting skills are exceptional. There are very few midfielders in the world who have similar sets of skills as the former Blues star. Scoring 81 goals and assisting 115 in 298 matches, the Belgian helped his team win 3 Premier Leagues, 1 English FA Cup, 5 English League Cups, and 2 English Super Cups.
8. Bert Trautmann (1949–1964)
One of the best goalkeepers in Manchester City’s history, Bert Trautmann, played 508 matches for the English club. Even though there are many glorious moments in his career, one particular event stands out. In the 1956 FA Cup Final, Trautmann continued playing with a broken hand for the last 17 minutes. Even though he lifted only one title with the Citizens, it remains a historical one in their history.
7. Mike Summerbee (1965–1975)
Mike Summerbee was a part of the successful Manchester cIty team in the later 1960s and early 1970s. Operating mainly from the wing, he was fast, elegant and an excellent shooter. The Englishman scored 47 goals and assisted four more in 357 matches, helping the team win 1 English Championship, 1 English FA Cup, 1 English League Cup, 1 Europapokal der Pokalsieger Sieger and 2 English Super Cups.
6. Colin Bell (1966–1979)
A sensational English midfielder known for his striking power, athleticism and stamina, Colin Bell scored 117 goals in 394 appearances for Manchester City. Nicknamed “The King of the Kippax” (after Maine Road’s Kippax Street terraced stand renowned for its singing), Bell secured 1 English Championship, 1 English FA Cup, 1 English League Cup and 1 Europapokal der Pokalsieger Sieger.
5. Yaya Toure (2010–2018)
Considered one of the top midfielders of the modern generation, Yaya Toure left a lasting legacy during his Manchester City career. The Ivorian star was known for his physicality, technical ability, vision, top-notch passing and game awareness.
He was a versatile player who mainly operated as a box-to-box midfielder but played in the no. 10 roles when required. Toure scored 79 goals and assisted 49 more, helping the Citizens secure 3 English Championships, 1 English FA Cup, 3 English League Cups and 1 English Super Cup.
4. Eric Brook (1928–1939)
Considered one of the greatest English players to play the game, Eric Brook spent most of his club career with Manchester City. He was known for his physicality, strong shooting power, pace and athleticism. Scoring 158 goals in 450 matches, Brook helped the Citizens win 1 English Championship, 1 FA Cup and 1 English Super Cup.
3. Vincent Kompany (2008–2019)
Since joining Manchester City from Hamburger SV, Vincent Kompany developed himself into a reliable player in the squad. His physical strength, technical abilities and sense of danger made him a top defender. He has played many heroics for Manchester City throughout his career.
Even in his last season, without his goal against Leicester City, the Citizens couldn’t have won the Premier League. Kompany played a leadership role during City’s successful spell. He lifted 4 English Championships, 2 English FA Cups, 4 English League Cups and 2 English Super Cups.
2. Sergio Aguero (2011–2021)
Argentine star Sergio Aguero became one of the best players in the world during his time at Manchester City. His technical abilities, link-up-play, vision, game awareness, long and short-range shooting made him threatening.
Even though there are several highlights of his career, the goal against QPR on the final day of the 2011/12 Premier League will always be remembered as the best one. Scoring 260 goals and providing 73 assists, Aguero helped his team secure 5 English Championships, 1 English FA Cup, 6 English League Cups, and 3 English Super Cups.
1. David Silva (2010–2020)
Often considered a midfield maestro or wizard, David Silva spent ten glorious years in Manchester City. The Spaniard was the key to City’s playing style under Pep Guardiola. During his peak years, there were very few players as good as Silva in passing, game reading, and controlling the game’s tempo.
He was swift to sense everything happening around him and used to react as soon as the ball was on his feet. Scoring 77 goals and providing 140 assists, Silva helped the Citizens win 4 English Championships, 2 English FA Cups, 5 English League Cups, and 3 English Super Cups.
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Double Injury Blow: Arsenal Attacker Suffers Setback as Gabriel Magalhaes Faces Potential Two-Month Absence
Arsenal have been dealt a devastating double injury blow during the international break, with Kai Havertz suffering a minor relapse and Gabriel Magalhaes potentially sidelined for two months with a thigh injury sustained representing Brazil.
Havertz’s Return Delayed Until Year’s End
Julian Nagelsmann confirmed Havertz has experienced complications in his recovery from August’s knee surgery. “Kai had a minor relapse on his injury, but overall, he’s doing well. He is expected to return towards the end of the year,” the Germany manager stated after his side’s 6-0 World Cup qualifying victory over Slovakia.
The setback eliminates any possibility of Havertz featuring in Sunday’s North London derby against Tottenham. The 26-year-old has been restricted to just one appearance this season, playing 30 minutes in Arsenal’s opening-day victory over Manchester United before undergoing a “minor surgical procedure” on his knee.
Havertz initially targeted mid-November for his comeback after spending three months on the treatment table. This latest relapse extends his absence through December, forcing Arsenal to continue relying on Mikel Merino as an auxiliary striker option.
Gabriel’s Thigh Injury Compounds Crisis
Gabriel Magalhaes suffered a thigh injury during Brazil’s friendly against Senegal, with early indications suggesting a one-to-two month absence. The Brazilian defender has arguably been Arsenal’s most important performer this season, making his potential absence devastating for Mikel Arteta’s title ambitions.
Arsenal face a congested fixture schedule through the festive period without two crucial first-team players. Viktor Gyokeres remains doubtful for the derby with his own hamstring problem, while Riccardo Calafiori has been ruled out of Italy’s World Cup qualifier against Norway with a thigh issue.
The injury crisis leaves Arsenal dangerously thin across multiple positions heading into the busiest period of the season. Arteta must navigate crucial matches against Tottenham, Manchester City, and Liverpool while managing an increasingly depleted squad.
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Arsenal Women will be looking to end a three-game winless run when they welcome Real Madrid Women to Meadow Park for Wednesday’s Women’s Champions League contest. As for Las Blancas, they will be desperate to bounce back from Saturday’s heavy defeat to Barcelona in El Clasico.
Arsenal Women vs. Real Madrid Women: Predicted Lineups
Arsenal Women (4-2-3-1): Van Domselaar; Fox, Wubben-Moy, Catley, Hinds; Pelova, Cooney-Cross; Mead, Caldentey, Foord; Russo
Real Madrid Femenino (4-2-3-1): Misa; Navarro, Mendez, Lakrar, Holmgaard; Angeldal, Dabritz; Feller, Weir, Caicedo; Redondo
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Match Preview
Arsenal have struggled for consistency this season, recording five wins, four draws and three defeats in 12 competitive matches. The Gunners have gone three games without a win since their 4-1 victory over Leicester City at the start of the month.
They played out draws against Chelsea and Tottenham, either side of a disappointing 3-2 defeat against Bayern Munich on matchday three. Renee Slegers’s side gave up a two-goal lead in Germany, representing their second European defeat after losing 2-1 to Lyon in their first outing.
The reigning European champions sit in 11th place and just a point ahead of teams outside the top 12. Arsenal can take confidence from already beating Real Madrid on home soil this year, claiming a 3-0 victory to overturn a two-goal first-leg deficit in March’s quarter-final clash.
Fifth-placed Real Madrid are comfortably inside the top 12 and eyeing a top-four spot. Las Blancas started with a 6-2 victory over Roma, before edging out PSG 2-1 in France. Pau Quesada’s side looked set to fall to their first European defeat against Paris FC, before Caroline Weir rescued her side with a 98th-minute equaliser to salvage a 1-1 draw.
Weir saw her penalty saved in Saturday’s El Clasico against Barcelona. The Blaugrana went on to score two late goals to wrap up a 4-0 victory, dropping Real Madrid to fourth position in the Liga F table.
Team News
Arsenal remain without Manuela Zinsberger, Katie Reid, Leah Williamson and Kim Little. Victoria Pelova could earn a recall after dropping to the bench against Tottenham.
Real Madrid travel without Merle Frohms, Antonia, Sandie Toletti and Signe Bruun. Sara Holmgaard could return at left-back, while Alba Redondo is pushing for a recall.
Kick-off: 8:00 PM Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Venue: Meadow Park, Borehamwood
TV: Disney+ (UK) | Paramount+ (USA)
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Manchester United Women travel to Germany on Wednesday evening looking to maintain their perfect Champions League record against a Wolfsburg side that sits three points behind them in the League Phase standings.
Predicted Lineups
Wolfsburg Women (4-2-3-1): Johannes; Linder, Dijkstra, Kuver, Levels; Kielland, Minge; Huth, Popp, Zicai; Beerensteyn
Manchester United Women (4-3-3): Middleton-Patel; Riviere, Le Tissier, Janssen, Sandberg; Miyazawa, Zigiotti Olme, Toone; Park, Rolfo, Malard
Wolfsburg’s Fortress Mentality
Wolfsburg exploded out of the blocks in this season’s Champions League with a commanding 4-0 demolition of Paris Saint-Germain, before edging Valerenga 2-1 on matchday two. Their perfect start ended in last week’s 3-1 defeat to record European champions Lyon, though Stephan Lerch’s side bounced back with Saturday’s 3-1 DFB-Pokal victory over Freiburg.
The German side will draw belief from their impressive record against English opposition at home as they’ve avoided defeat in all seven previous Champions League matches against WSL sides at the AOK Stadion. Captain Alex Popp remains the heartbeat of Wolfsburg’s attack despite turning 34 earlier this year.
United’s European Excellence Masks Domestic Struggles
Manchester United have established themselves as one of three teams boasting perfect records at the League Phase halfway stage, alongside Barcelona and Lyon. Marc Skinner’s side started with narrow 1-0 victories over Valerenga and Atletico Madrid before claiming a crucial 2-1 triumph against PSG at Old Trafford last week.
Their European exploits have seemingly come at a domestic cost. United have lost their last two WSL matches against Aston Villa and Manchester City, with Saturday’s 3-0 derby defeat particularly painful. The loss leaves them third in the table.
Injury Concerns
Manchester United remain without Millie Turner and Celin Bizet through long-term injuries. Safia Middleton-Patel will continue in goal after Phallon Tullis-Joyce fractured her eye socket in the Aston Villa defeat earlier this month.
United currently occupy a top-four position that guarantees automatic quarter-final qualification. For Wolfsburg, victory would move them level on six points with United and strengthen their bid for a top-eight finish.
Kick-off: 8:00 PM Wednesday, November 20th, 2025
Venue: AOK Stadion, Wolfsburg
TV: DAZN (UK, Germany) | Paramount+ (USA)
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