Antoine Semenyo praises Enzo Maresca's approach in debut match for Manchester City
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 6:00 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Antoine Semenyo expressed enthusiasm for new Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca's attacking style after his first game in charge, a penalty shoot-out loss to Inter Milan in Hong Kong. Semenyo, who played the first half, contributed to City's offensive efforts, including setting up a goal. He noted the similarities in Maresca's tactics to those of his predecessor, Pep Guardiola. Maresca emphasized his preference for aggressive wingers, a role that Semenyo is eager to embrace. The forward joined City from Bournemouth this past January and highlighted his development under Guardiola during his early months at the club.
- •Semenyo hails Maresca's style as 'music to my ears'.
- •City lost to Inter Milan on penalties in Maresca's debut.
- •Semenyo set up a goal during the match in Hong Kong.
- •Maresca values aggressive wingers in his tactical approach.
- •Semenyo scored 21 goals last season for club and country.
- 6:20 AMYahoo Sports — Semenyo hails Maresca style of play as 'music to my ears'
- 6:00 AMBBC Sport — Semenyo hails Maresca style of play as 'music to my ears'
"Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo hails new manager Enzo Maresca's style of play as "music to my ears" after showcasing early signs of his role under the Italian.
"Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo hails new manager Enzo Maresca's style of play as "music to my ears" after showcasing early signs of his role under the Italian.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 3, 2026, 6:20 AMSemenyo hails Maresca style of play as 'music to my ears'
Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo hails new manager Enzo Maresca's style of play as "music to my ears" after showcasing early signs of his role under the Italian.
- BBC SportAug 3, 2026, 6:00 AMSemenyo hails Maresca style of play as 'music to my ears'
Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo hails new manager Enzo Maresca's style of play as "music to my ears" after showcasing early signs of his role under the Italian.
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