Match Previews
Man City vs Man United: Maresca's First Real Test, Predicted Lineup and Derby Preview
City sit top of the table and have won their opening three league games, but Maresca's first Manchester derby at Old Trafford represents a genuine test.
11 September 2026
City's Porto fitness latest: Doku out, O'Reilly a doubt, Nunes returns
City face Porto in their Champions League opener with Doku still out, O'Reilly a fresh doubt after a warm-up back problem, and Nunes back in the squad.
7 September 2026
Porto test awaits perfect-start City as Maresca's side head to the Dragao
City take a perfect Premier League record to Porto for their Champions League opener, but defensive wobbles and a hostile Dragao await Maresca's side.
7 September 2026
Lampard Backs Maresca to Thrive as Coventry Return to the Etihad
Frank Lampard returns to the Etihad with Coventry, praising Enzo Maresca's career and backing him to thrive following Pep Guardiola at Manchester City.
5 September 2026
Ndiaye handed Premier League debut as City welcome Coventry
Iliman Ndiaye makes his Premier League debut for City as the only change from the side that beat Crystal Palace, with Phil Foden dropping to the bench against Coventry.
5 September 2026
Bournemouth test offers City the chance to reset after Wembley disappointment
City open their Premier League campaign against Bournemouth at the Etihad, seeking to bounce back from last weekend's Community Shield defeat to Arsenal.
23 August 2026
Doku's Absence Hands Grealish a Chance to Prove His Worth Again
Jeremy Doku's calf injury has ruled him out of City's Premier League opener, giving Jack Grealish a chance to prove his worth on the left flank.
22 August 2026
Opening day stats: Haaland's record, Bournemouth's streak and a new era at the Etihad
City begin life after Guardiola against an in-form Bournemouth side. A look at the stats behind Sunday's opening day clash at the Etihad.
22 August 2026
City begin league era under Maresca with Bournemouth test at the Etihad
City begin the Premier League era under Maresca at home to Bournemouth, with Doku injured, Grealish in line to start and transfer business still ongoing.
22 August 2026
Community Shield: City's first chance at silverware arrives with questions
City open their 2026-27 season against Arsenal in the Community Shield, with Maresca eyeing early silverware and a few selection questions to answer.
16 August 2026
Marmoush and Savinho Set to Start as Haaland Warms Bench for Arsenal Clash
Enzo Maresca takes charge of his first competitive City game against Arsenal at the Millennium Stadium, with Marmoush and Savinho starting and Haaland on the bench.
13 August 2026
City's Asian tour ends with Atletico test before Community Shield focus
City wrap up their Asian tour with a friendly against Atletico Madrid, the last test before the Community Shield against Arsenal and the start of Maresca's competitive reign.
9 August 2026
Why City's Seoul Showdown With Atleti Matters More Than a Typical Friendly
With only three friendlies this summer, City's Seoul clash with Atlético carries extra weight as Maresca looks to fine-tune his side before the season begins.
5 August 2026
McAidoo out of Seoul clash but shoulder issue is minor, insists Maresca
Ryan McAidoo will miss City's Seoul friendly with a minor shoulder injury, but Maresca insists it's nothing important. Savinho and Semenyo are set to cover the wide areas.
4 August 2026
City's Seoul Search for First Win of the Maresca Era
Manchester City face K-League All Stars for the first time on Wednesday, seeking their first win under Enzo Maresca after a 1-1 draw with Inter Milan in Hong Kong.
4 August 2026
Maresca’s first City XI: Donnarumma starts, Foden captains against Inter
Enzo Maresca names a strong starting XI for his first game as Manchester City manager, with Phil Foden captaining the side against Inter Milan in Hong Kong.
1 August 2026