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Arteta backs Maresca to excel as Manchester City manager

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 2:37 PM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Arteta backs Maresca to excel as Manchester City manager
Summary

Mikel Arteta has expressed confidence in Enzo Maresca's capabilities as the new Manchester City manager, following Pep Guardiola's departure. During a pre-match press conference, Arteta acknowledged Maresca's potential to bring a fresh perspective to the team ahead of their match against Arsenal in the Community Shield. Arteta praised Guardiola's impact on the Premier League and noted that Maresca's selection indicates his qualifications for the role. As they prepare to face Arsenal, Maresca's first major test comes with high expectations from his predecessor's legacy.

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  • •Maresca replaces Guardiola as Manchester City manager
  • •Arteta speaks highly of Maresca's qualifications
  • •City faces Arsenal in the Community Shield
  • •Guardiola won 20 major trophies with City
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  • 2:37 PMYahoo Sports — Arteta expects Maresca to do an 'unbelievable job' at Man City
What they're saying
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Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has backed Enzo Maresca to do an "unbelievable job" after replacing Pep Guardiola as Manchester City manager."What I know is that Enzo has the personality, the character, and especially the knowledge to have an unbelievable job there.

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