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Manchester City F.C.

Professional football club based in Manchester, England.
Manchester City F.C.

Manchester City F.C. was founded in 1880 and has won numerous league titles, FA Cups, League Cups, and other prestigious trophies. The club experienced a period of decline before a resurgence in the 2000s, marked by significant financial investment. Manchester City has achieved unprecedented success under the management of Pep Guardiola, winning multiple Premier League titles and domestic trophies.

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Timeline

1865
Foundation of the Club
The club was founded in 1865, marking the beginning of its rich history in football.
1875
Early Years
The early years of the club's development and growth in the football community.
1892
Notable Achievements
The club achieved notable milestones and accomplishments in football during this year.
1904-04-23
First FA Cup Win
On April 23, 1904, Manchester City claimed their first major honour by winning the FA Cup, making them the first club in Manchester to achieve this significant feat.
1904-04-28
Manchester City's First FA Cup Title
Manchester City won their first FA Cup title on April 28th, 1904, by defeating Bolton Wanderers 1-0 at Crystal Palace Park Stadium, with Billy Meredith scoring the only goal.
1905-12-01
Manchester City F.C. Wins First Division One Manchester Derby
On December 1, 1905, Manchester City F.C. achieved a significant victory by winning the first Division One Manchester derby 3-0 at Hyde Rd. The new goalkeeper, Walter Smith, played a key role in this victory.
1923-05
Maine Road Opens
Maine Road, the former home stadium of Manchester City F.C., opened in May 1923.
1934-03-03
Highest Home Attendance vs Stoke City
Manchester City's highest home attendance of 84,569 was recorded during the FA Cup sixth round match against Stoke City on 3rd March 1934.
1937-04-10
Manchester City's Victory over Arsenal
Manchester City achieved a significant 2-0 victory over perennial challengers Arsenal on April 10, 1937, with a crowd of 76,000 in attendance. This win was one of the best results of the 1936-7 season, with goals from Toseland and Doherty.
1938
Manchester City's Relegation After First Division Win
In 1938, Manchester City faced a setback as they were relegated the following season after winning the First Division trophy. This marked the first time a reigning champion team were demoted, highlighting the unpredictability of football.
1947-06-14
George Smith's Remarkable Performance
On 14th June, George Smith scored all of Manchester City's goals in a 5-1 victory over Newport, marking the latest finish to a season. This victory contributed to the Blues winning the Second Division title by 4 points.
1956
FA Cup Victory
The year 1956 witnessed Manchester City's triumph in the FA Cup, a remarkable achievement that contributed to their esteemed status in English football.
1963-04-27
Controversial Manchester Derby
In 1963, a heated and highly controversial Manchester derby ended in a 1-1 draw, contributing to the relegation of Manchester City. New Red Denis Law scored a debatable penalty, and a physical altercation involving Pat Crerand and City winger David Wagstaffe added to the intensity of the match.
1965
Joe Mercer appointed as Manchester City manager
After Joe Mercer was appointed as manager in 1965, Manchester City entered a successful period, winning a First Division title, both English Cups, and a Cup Winners' Cup during his six years in charge.
1966
City's Second Division Championship
Under the management of Joe Mercer, Manchester City celebrated winning the Second Division championship in 1966 after a Colin Bell goal at Rotherham secured their promotion.
1970
Manchester City's Historic Double Win
In 1970, Manchester City became the first English side to win both a domestic and European trophy in the same season, solidifying their position as one of football's greatest clubs. They achieved this feat by winning the League Cup and the European Cup Winners' Cup.
1979-09-09
Steve Daley's Record Transfer to Manchester City
On 9th September 1979, Steve Daley became the most expensive footballer in Britain when City paid £1,450,277 to Wolves, marking a significant transfer in the club's history.
1986
Full Members’ Cup Final
Captain Paul Power led City to Wembley for the first Full Members’ Cup final, which they lost 5-4 to Chelsea in a thrilling tie. The attendance was 68,000, surpassing the attendance of City’s first F.A. Cup final in 1904 by 7,000.
1987-11-07
Manchester City's 10-1 Victory against Huddersfield
On 7th November, Manchester City achieved their largest League victory at Maine Road by beating Huddersfield 10-1. David White, Tony Adcock, and Paul Stewart each scored a hat-trick, with the opening goal by Neil McNab. Huddersfield's consolation was a penalty netted by former Blue Andy May, and their fans celebrated with a 'Conga' in the near empty Platt Lane Stand.
1990-09-23
City beats United 5-1 in Manchester League derby match
On 23rd September, City defeated United with a score of 5-1 in the 111th Manchester League derby match.
1991
City relegates Sunderland with Quinn's double goal
Under the guidance of Peter Reid, City secured 5th place in Division One and in the final game of the 1990-91 season, they relegated Sunderland with a 3-2 victory, where Niall Quinn scored twice.
1998-06
Joe Royle appointed as City manager
Joe Royle was appointed as the manager of Manchester City, succeeding Clark. However, his appointment came too late to prevent the team from being relegated to Division Two for the first time in their history.
2006
Manchester City's Performance in 2006
In 2006, Manchester City finished fifteenth in the Premier League and reached the quarter-finals of the FA Cup. They unfortunately lost to West Ham despite a goal from Kiki Musampa.
2008-01-01
City Football Group Acquisition
City Football Group acquired Manchester City F.C. in 2008 and has been the owner since then.
2008-09-01
Abu Dhabi United Group completes takeover of Manchester City
Abu Dhabi United Group Investment and Development Limited completed the takeover of Manchester City, worth a reported £200 million. This marked a significant turning point for the club, leading to an influx of money and high-profile transfer activities.
2008-12-15
Record of Nine Straight Home League Wins
On 15th December, City established a 'top flight' record of nine straight home League wins at the start of the season, showcasing their dominance in the league.
2009-12
Mark Hughes Sacked
Mark Hughes was sacked as the manager of Manchester City after a club record seven successive draws, leading to a drop in the team's position in the table.
2011-05-14
FA Cup Win
On May 14, 2011, Manchester City won the FA Cup, marking their first victory in the competition since the 1960s and a significant milestone in the club's history.
2011-05-22
Manchester City Wins Premier League Title
Manchester City won the Premier League title on the last day of the 2011–12 season, securing the title in injury time with two goals, making them the first team to win the Premier League on goal difference alone.
2012-05-13
Manchester City Wins Premier League Title
In a dramatic finale to the 2011-2012 season, Manchester City clinched the Premier League title for the first time in 44 years. Needing a win against QPR, City found themselves trailing 2-1 in the 90th minute. However, late goals from Edin Dzeko and Sergio Aguero secured the victory and sparked wild celebrations at The Etihad.
2013-05-11
Manchester City Wins Premier League Title under Manuel Pellegrini
Under the management of Manuel Pellegrini, Manchester City regained the Premier League title on the last matchday of the season. They also won the League Cup in Pellegrini's first year in charge.
2014
Premier League Championship
Manchester City clinched the Premier League title in 2014, demonstrating their competitive spirit and skill on the football field.
2016-02-01
Pep Guardiola confirmed as Manchester City's new manager
Pep Guardiola was confirmed as the new manager of Manchester City on February 1, 2016, after the announcement had been made several months before Manuel Pellegrini left his position. This marked the beginning of a new era for the club under Guardiola's leadership.
2016-05-22
Manchester City Reaches Champions League Semi-Finals
Manchester City reached the Champions League semi-finals for the first time in the 2015–16 season, marking a significant achievement for the club.
2018-05-13
Manchester City's Historic Season of 2018–19
In the 2018–19 season, Manchester City made history by becoming the first team to win all major English trophies available in a single season, including the Premier League, FA Cup, League Cup, and Community Shield.
2020-07
Record Transfer Fee Received from Bayern Munich for Leroy Sané
Manchester City received a record transfer fee of £54.8 million from Bayern Munich for Leroy Sané in July 2020.
2021-08-01
Community Shield
Manchester City won the Community Shield in the 2021-2022 season, with Zack Steffen playing a significant role.
2022-05-14
FA Cup
The FA Cup is a prestigious knockout football competition in England, open to eligible clubs from the top 10 levels of the English football league system.
2023-02-25
EFL Cup
The EFL Cup, also known as the Carabao Cup for sponsorship reasons, is a knockout football competition in England, open to all 92 clubs in the Premier League and the English Football League.
2023-05-29
Manchester City's Maiden European Cup Title
In 2023, Manchester City secured their maiden European Cup title, representing a historic achievement for the club.
2024-03-01
Jack Grealish's injury affecting Euro 2024 hopes
Jack Grealish's injury raised concerns about its impact on his participation in Euro 2024, causing him to miss the Manchester derby.
End of the Timeline
Manchester City F.C.

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