Man City

2024 - 7 - 24

Man City’s Pre-Season Drama: Haaland Captains, De Bruyne Stays, and a Shocking Loss!

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Hold onto your scarves, football fans! Man City’s pre-season opener against Celtic saw Haaland don the captain's armband, but will De Bruyne stay?

In a thrilling pre-season opener against Celtic, Pep Guardiola made headlines by appointing Erling Haaland as the captain of Manchester City. As the Norwegian striker donned the armband for the first time, two promising youngsters from City's Elite Development Squad, Jahmai Simpson-Pusey and Nico O'Reilly, were given their senior debuts. Despite the excitement of fresh faces and a buzzing atmosphere, the match ended in a stunning 4-3 defeat for the Premier League champions against the Scottish giants in North Carolina.

While Haaland was busy leading his team, speculation mounted around Kevin De Bruyne's future with the club. Reports emerged suggesting that the Belgium superstar could be lured to the Saudi Pro League side Al Ittihad. However, Guardiola was quick to shut down these rumors, insisting that De Bruyne, a crucial cog in City's midfield, is not going anywhere. The coming season beckons questions about what role the iconic midfielder will play as City looks to defend their title.

The match showcased both brilliance and struggles for Man City, with standout performances from young talents like Cole Palmer and the return of familiar faces like Jack Grealish. However, the defensive lapses came under scrutiny as they conceded four goals to their opponents, leaving Guardiola pondering how to solidify his defense ahead of the competitive season. Meanwhile, the City fans were left questioning whether their beloved team could reclaim their dominance after a challenging outing.

In the midst of the pre-season frenzy, off-pitch drama also unfolded as goalkeeper Khiara Keating found herself facing legal troubles. Charged with possession of nitrous oxide, Keating is set to appear in court soon, adding an unpredictable twist to the team's journey. With the new season just around the corner, City fans will be eagerly watching how these developments play out and whether their club can navigate both on-field victories and off-field challenges.

Did you know? Erling Haaland's first match as captain comes on the heels of an extraordinary season where he smashed records with his goal-scoring abilities! Also, Kevin De Bruyne has been with Manchester City since 2015, and is often hailed as one of the world's best midfielders. Get ready for an exciting Premier League season ahead!

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Haaland made captain with duo set for City debut in Celtic clash (Manchester City FC)

Pep Guardiola has handed Erling Haaland the captain's armband and two youngsters their senior debuts in our pre-season opener against Celtic.

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Kevin De Bruyne transfer: Pep Guardiola says Man City midfielder ... (Sky Sports)

Kevin De Bruyne has been linked with a move to Saudi Pro League club Al Ittihad; 33-year-old has year left on his contract at Manchester City; Pep Guardiola ...

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De Bruyne won't be leaving Man City says Guardiola (beIN SPORTS MENA Breaking News)

Pep Guardiola insists Kevin De Bruyne will not leave Manchester City this season after reports the Belgium star could move to Saudi Arabia.

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Manchester City 3 Celtic 4 – McAtee impresses, Phillips struggles ... (The Athletic)

Sam Lee addresses the main talking points from Manchester City's friendly defeat by Celtic.

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What Role Will Kevin De Bruyne Play For Man City This Season? (Forbes)

Pep Guardiola insists Kevin de Bruyne isn't going to Saudi Arabia, so what role will the Belgian play for Manchester City this season?

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Man City's Khiara Keating denies charges of drug possession - ESPN (ESPN)

Manchester City and England goalkeeper Khiara Keating is due in court on Tuesday after being charged with possession of nitrous oxide.

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Celtic 4-3 Man City (Jul 23, 2024) Game Analysis - ESPN (ESPN)

Pep Guardiola picked Erling Haaland and Jack Grealish in his team, but the Premier League champions were beaten by the champions of Scotland in North Carolina.

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England and Man City's Khiara Keating denies nitrous oxide charge (BBC News)

The 20-year-old, of Manchester, was charged with possession of a Class C drug on 18 June after an investigation by Greater Manchester Police. She appeared at ...

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Manchester City goalkeeper Khiara Keating charged with ... (The Athletic)

Manchester City and England goalkeeper Khiara Keating and her mother Nicola appeared in court today (Tuesday) after being charged with possession of the ...

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Kevin De Bruyne and Man City are set for SHOWDOWN talks over ... (Daily Mail)

JACK GAUGHAN IN NORTH CAROLINA: Kevin De Bruyne has been the subject of intense interest from the Saudi Pro League, with Al-Ittihad hopeful of luring him ...

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Celtic down Man City in seven-goal preseason friendly (Yahoo Sports)

Celtic defeated a heavily rotated Manchester City side in a thrilling seven-goal preseason friendly in the United States.Scorers: Bobb 33′, Perrone 46′, ...

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Celtic edge Manchester City 4-3 in US pre-season friendly (FRANCE 24)

Norway's Erling Haaland, wearing the City captain's armband for the first time, nodded home an equalizer in the 57th minute only for Honduran international ...

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Guardiola makes final De Bruyne decision as several Man City ... (Teamtalk.com)

Pep Guardiola has responded to the claims that Kevin De Bruyne has agreed to leave Manchester City and join Saudi side Al-Ittihad.

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Who is City's Jahmai Simpson-Pusey? (Manchester City FC)

Jahmai Simpson-Pusey is another of City's Elite Development Squad to make his senior debut for the Club while on our USA Tour.

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Who is City's Nico O'Reilly? (Manchester City FC)

Nico O'Reilly is the latest young talent to make his senior debut for Manchester City ahead of our pre-season clash with Celtic.

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Football latest: Man City 3-4 Celtic; Pre-season updates & transfer ... (BBC Sport)

Premier League champions Man City lose 4-3 to Scottish champions Celtic in North Carolina, US. Ortega, Grealish & Phillips start; Haaland named captain and ...

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Kuhn double as Celtic beat Man City (Yahoo Sports)

Erling Harland, Jack Grealish, Kalvin Phillips and Rico Lewis started for the English champions, who also included a clutch of academy players while their ...

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Football latest: Man City 3-4 Celtic; Pre-season updates & transfer ... (BBC News)

All the latest football news and transfer updates as clubs continue their preparations for the new Premier League season, plus all the latest gossip.

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Pep Guardiola unsure on whether Ederson will stay at Manchester City (Sky Sports)

Saudi Pro League club Al Ittihad have been linked with Ederson, who still has two years left of his contract at City; Pep Guardiola on Ederson future: Maybe ...

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De Bruyne won't be leaving Man City says Guardiola (FRANCE 24)

Pep Guardiola insists Kevin De Bruyne will not leave Manchester City this season after reports the Belgium star could move to Saudi Arabia.

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Ederson future dominates Man City tour | Pep Guardiola unsure if ... (Sky Sports)

Man City goalkeeper Ederson could reportedly leave the Premier League champions this summer; boss Pep Guardiola admits he does not know if the Brazil keeper ...

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Celtic edge Manchester City 4-3 in US pre-season friendly (beIN SPORTS MENA Breaking News)

Nicolas Kuhn scored twice and Luis Palma netted the decider in the 68th minute to give Celtic a 4-3 victory over Manchester City in a pre-season friendly.

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Real reason why Man City could sell stars as Guardiola admits ... (Football365.com)

Potential summer sales at Man City are not about reducing their wage bill and more "about financial discipline as much as anything".

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10-man City seal win with late drama (Auckland City FC)

AUCKLAND, New Zealand – The Croatian Club witnessed a pulsating clash on Wednesday night as Auckland City FC secured a dramatic 2-1 win over Northern League ...

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Man City 3-4 Celtic: Hoops edge out Premier League champions in ... (beIN SPORTS USA)

Manchester City's pre-season preparations began with a defeat to Scottish champions Celtic in the United States.

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City edged out in seven-goal Celtic thriller (Manchester City FC)

Manchester City's pre-season tour of the United States began with a 4-3 defeat to Celtic in North Carolina.

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Gallery: Recovery after Celtic clash (Manchester City FC)

View the best images from Manchester City's recovery session following our first match on pre-season tour.

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'Honoured' - Erling Haaland sends heartfelt message after being ... (Goal.com)

Erling Haaland has sent out a message after captaining Manchester City for the first time in a pre-season friendly against Celtic.

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City on Tour Episode One: North Carolina (Manchester City FC)

First, FG, Shaun Wright-Phillips and Joleon Lescott met University of North Carolina baseball star and Boston Red Sox draftee Shae Sprague, with our former City ...

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'Honoured' - Erling Haaland sends heartfelt message after being ... (Goal.com)

Erling Haaland has sent out a message after captaining Manchester City for the first time in a pre-season friendly against Celtic.

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City v AC Milan: Kick-off time and TV information (Manchester City FC)

All the information you need ahead of City's latest match on our pre-season tour of the United States of America.

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4 things we learned from Man City's thrilling pre-season loss to Celtic (Yahoo Sports)

Manchester City got their pre-season campaign underway in the early hours of Wednesday morning as they suffered a shock 4-3 defeat to Scottish champions ...

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