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Enzo Maresca

Manchester City manager who replaced Pep Guardiola, starting with consecutive wins across competitions in early 2026.

2026-04-252026-10-03

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  1. August 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    … Keeping Doku in Manchester until at least 2031 is a major boost for new City boss Enzo Maresca ahead of the Premier League campaign, which starts on August 21. …

    Man City star Doku signs five-year contract extension
  3. Citizen Digital

    … ham Forest in July in a deal British media reported could rise to 116 million ​pounds ($156.66 million), making him the second-most expensive British player."I'm over ​the moon," Anderson told reporters on Wednesday after his first ⁠training session under new manager Enzo Maresca …

    Manchester City's Anderson eager to repay record fee with silverware
  4. Citizen Digital

    Maresca 'happy' after first Man City game despite Inter shootout defeat By AFP August 02, 2026 09:30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca looks on during the Asahi Super Dry …

    Maresca 'happy' after first Man City game despite Inter shootout defeat
  5. Citizen Digital

    Maresca aims to bring 'new concepts' to first Man City match By AFP August 01, 2026 08:01 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Manchester City’s Ryan McAidoo (C) and midfielder Phil Foden (R) fight for the ball …

    Maresca aims to bring 'new concepts' to first Man City match
  6. July 2026
  7. Citizen Digital

    … (Photo by Darren Staples / AFP) Audio By Vocalize Jack Grealish has hit back at claims that he was snubbed by Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca for the club's pre-season tour. …

    Grealish hits back over Man City tour snub claims
  8. The Standard

    … Speaking at a press conference last week, new City manager Enzo Maresca said he was "not worried" about the situation. …

    Man City's Rodri sidelined for 'short period' following back surgery
  9. The Standard

    … He featured in Croatia's World Cup campaign and is now hoping to establish himself under new manager Enzo Maresca. …

    Josko Gvardiol signs new five-year deal at Man City
  10. Citizen Digital

    … "I have a new challenge now, which is to impress (new manager) Enzo Maresca and his staff and ensure I am in his team regularly. …

    Man City's Khusanov signs new five-year contract
  11. Citizen Digital

    Maresca says it's a 'privilege' to succeed Guardiola, expects Rodri to stay By AFP July 25, 2026 08:01 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Former Chelsea Head Coach Enzo Maresca is present during the Premier Le …

    Maresca says it's a 'privilege' to succeed Guardiola, expects Rodri to stay
  12. Citizen Digital

    … I'd like to think I'd get the fans excited, get them off their feet and bring energy to the team." Anderson will link up with new manager Enzo Maresca's squad for pre-season training next month, with City's director of football, Hugo Viana, saying: "Elliot is one of the outstandi …

    Anderson declares Man City 'kings of Manchester' after Ksh20m move

Sunday 20 September

  1. Manchester City top Premier League after five-three Sunderland win

    Manchester City moved to the top of the Premier League with a 5-3 victory over Sunderland on Sunday, with new signing Enzo Fernandez scoring on his debut. Erling Haaland netted the final goal to seal City's seventh successive win in all competitions.

    20 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 19 September

  1. Maresca warns City wins crucial after flawless start

    Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca said his fine start succeeding Pep Guardiola will be quickly forgotten if he does not continue to deliver wins. Since losing the Community Shield to Arsenal in pre-season, Maresca has made a flawless start with six consecutive wins across three different competitions.

    19 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 18 September

  1. Nkunku returns to Leipzig seeking fun after Chelsea stint

    Christopher Nkunku has returned to RB Leipzig from Chelsea, hoping to rediscover the enjoyment of football and re-establish himself as an attacking threat after a stalled career at Stamford Bridge.

    18 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Premier League weekend: Carrick under pressure, Spurs seek first goal

    Manchester United manager Michael Carrick faces mounting pressure after a loss to Brighton, needing a win at Fulham, while Tottenham seek their first Premier League goal of the season against Aston Villa. Arsenal and Manchester City aim to maintain perfect records ahead of the international break.

    18 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. 17-year-old Floyd Samba scores twice in Man City debut

    Floyd Samba, the 17-year-old son of former defender Chris Samba, scored twice on his Manchester City debut in a 5-0 League Cup victory over Norwich. Brazilian Allan also struck on his first appearance following his £34 million transfer from Palmeiras, with City advancing to face Brighton in the last 16.

    18 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 16 September

  1. Manchester City manager defends VAR officials after offside error

    Enzo Maresca expressed sympathy for VAR officials after his Manchester City team benefited from a clear error in their 1-0 win against Manchester United, where Erling Haaland's controversial 60th-minute goal was allowed despite an offside player interfering with play. Pro Ref acknowledged the mistake, saying the video assistant referee should have recommended an on-field review.

    16 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 15 September

  1. Maresca makes strong start at Manchester City after Guardiola

    Enzo Maresca has won four consecutive games since replacing Pep Guardiola as Manchester City manager, with the club joint-top of the Premier League alongside Arsenal. Maresca's most significant win came against Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday, a 1-0 victory achieved despite playing much of the game with 10 men following Phil Foden's sending-off.

    15 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 14 September

  1. Haaland scores in Man City's VAR-controversial win over Man Utd

    Erling Haaland scored the goal that gave Manchester City a 1-0 victory over Manchester United on Sunday in a match marred by VAR controversy; City played with 10 men after Phil Foden's dismissal, and Haaland's goal was initially disallowed for offside before VAR overturned the decision.

    14 September 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 13 September

  1. Haaland leads 10-man Manchester City past Manchester United

    Erling Haaland scored the winner as Manchester City defeated Manchester United 1-0 despite playing with ten men after Phil Foden's red card in the 23rd minute. The goal was controversial, with Enzo Fernandez deemed not to be interfering with play when he attempted to head in before the ball reached Haaland.

    13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 12 September

  1. Maresca downplays spotlight ahead of Manchester derby

    Enzo Maresca, Manchester City's manager, says he is not the "main focus" as he prepares for his first Manchester derby against Manchester United on Sunday, with City seeking to maintain their 100 percent record this season.

    12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Carrick brushes off Anderson's 'kings of Manchester' comment

    Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has dismissed Elliot Anderson's claim that Manchester City are "kings of Manchester" ahead of Sunday's derby. Anderson, who joined City from Nottingham Forest for £116 million after United declined to bid, said City have been the dominant force in Manchester.

    12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Carrick rejects Anderson's claim that City are Manchester kings

    Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has dismissed midfielder Elliot Anderson's assertion that Manchester City are "kings of Manchester" ahead of Sunday's derby at Old Trafford. Anderson, who joined City from Nottingham Forest for £116 million, made the remark after United declined to bid for the England player in the close season.

    12 September 2026 · The Standard →

  4. Carrick dismisses Anderson's claim that City are kings of Manchester

    Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has dismissed midfielder Elliot Anderson's assertion that Manchester City are "kings of Manchester" ahead of Sunday's derby. Anderson, who joined City from Nottingham Forest for £116 million, made the comment after United refused to enter a bidding war for the England midfielder.

    12 September 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 8 September

  1. Maresca acknowledges World Cup players fatigued at season start

    Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca said it "was not easy" for World Cup players to find form early in the season, agreeing with striker Erling Haaland's observation that players started tired. Haaland noted he had no pre-season after Norway reached the World Cup quarterfinals.

    8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 4 September

  1. Enzo Fernandez joins Man City for record transfer fee

    Enzo Fernandez has moved from Chelsea to Manchester City for £125 million, matching the Premier League's transfer record fee. Manager Enzo Maresca, who previously worked with Fernandez at Chelsea where they won the Club World Cup and Conference League, believes Fernandez's winning mentality will be valuable at City.

    4 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 2 September

  1. Fernandez joins Manchester City for £125 million record fee

    Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernandez completed his move from Chelsea to Manchester City for £125 million on transfer deadline day, matching Liverpool's fee for Alexander Isak. Fernandez said he "didn't hesitate for a second" when City made contact, with the transfer taking City's spending to over £450 million in the window.

    2 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 1 September

  1. Man City agree £125m deal to sign Chelsea midfielder Fernandez

    Manchester City have agreed to sign Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez in a £125 million deal that would equal the British transfer record. The Argentina international is expected to move to City on deadline day.

    1 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 29 August

  1. Cherki bags brace as City thrash Palace 4-1

    Rayan Cherki scored twice in Manchester City's 4-1 victory over Crystal Palace, earning praise from manager Enzo Maresca for an "unbelievable" performance after coming off the bench in the previous weekend's win against Bournemouth.

    29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 27 August

  1. Bouaddi ready for Man City debut, Maresca urges patience with teenager

    Ayyoub Bouaddi, an 18-year-old signed by Manchester City from Lille for an initial 100 million euros, is set to make his Premier League debut at Crystal Palace on Friday. Manager Enzo Maresca said the midfielder is "ready to go" but called for patience with the most expensive teenager in Premier League history.

    27 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 23 August

  1. Liverpool and City begin seasons without Salah and Guardiola

    Mohamed Salah left Liverpool for Turkish club Trabzonspor in August, ending his Anfield career, while Pep Guardiola resigned after last season. Both clubs now face their first campaign without these iconic figures as the Premier League season begins.

    23 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Maresca confident Man City will find replacement for departed Rodri

    Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca says the club must find a "new Rodri" after the midfielder's departure to Barcelona this week. Rodri, a World Cup winner and Ballon d'Or recipient, ended a seven-year spell at City where he helped win four Premier League titles and the Champions League.

    23 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 22 August

  1. Maresca requests time to handle big changes at Manchester City

    Enzo Maresca, Manchester City's new Italian manager, says he needs time to replicate Pep Guardiola's success as the club undergoes significant changes, including the departure of key players like Rodri, John Stones, and Bernardo Silva. Maresca takes charge of his first Premier League game against Bournemouth on Sunday.

    22 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 21 August

  1. Premier League returns as Arsenal seeks second consecutive title

    The Premier League season begins with defending champions Arsenal facing newly promoted Coventry in the opening match at Emirates Stadium. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta welcomes the pressure of being hunted by rivals as the club looks to win a second successive title.

    21 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Arsenal begin title defense as Premier League season returns

    Arsenal, champions of the Premier League for the first time in 22 years, prepare to face Coventry in the season opener at Emirates Stadium. Manager Mikel Arteta said the team will embrace being "hunted" by rivals as they aim to cement their position as English football's dominant force.

    21 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 20 August

  1. Arteta targets best club status as Arsenal defend Premier League title

    Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has declared his intention to build the club into "the best club in the world" as the Premier League champions begin their defence against Coventry, with Manchester City's era potentially ending after Pep Guardiola's resignation.

    20 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 18 August

  1. Nine Premier League clubs debut new managers this season

    Nine Premier League clubs will have new managers when the season starts Friday, marking the most managerial turnover before the start of an English top-flight campaign since 1946/47. Enzo Maresca, Andoni Iraola, and Xabi Alonso face particular scrutiny in high-profile roles at Manchester City, Liverpool, and Chelsea.

    18 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 17 August

  1. Maresca's Manchester City lose Community Shield 3-0 to Arsenal

    Enzo Maresca suffered a difficult debut as Manchester City manager, with City losing 3-0 to Arsenal in the Community Shield in Cardiff on Sunday, marking the club's first major match without Pep Guardiola in a decade.

    17 August 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 16 August

  1. Arsenal defeats Manchester City 3-0 in Community Shield

    Arsenal beat Manchester City 3-0 in the Community Shield on Sunday, with goals from Riccardo Calafiori, Kai Havertz, and Martin Odegaard. The victory allowed Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta to showcase the team's close-season recruits, including Bruno Guimaraes and Christos Tzolis.

    16 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 14 August

  1. Arteta backs Maresca to succeed Guardiola at Manchester City

    Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has praised incoming Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca, expecting him to do an "unbelievable job" after Pep Guardiola's departure. The two clubs meet in the Community Shield in Cardiff on Sunday in Maresca's first major test in the role.

    14 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Man City manager uncertain over Rodri's future amid Barcelona interest

    Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca said "anything can happen" as Barcelona, the La Liga champions, have made a bid to sign World Cup winner Rodri. City are understood to have rejected an opening bid of £38.5 million from Barcelona for the midfielder, who has one season remaining on his Etihad contract.

    14 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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