Donnarumma praises Maresca ahead of Sunderland match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 9:30 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
Gianluigi Donnarumma has hailed new coach Enzo Maresca as a brilliant coach and a wonderful person. The City goalkeeper spoke highly of the positive atmosphere Maresca has fostered since joining at the start of the season. Following a significant 1-0 victory over Manchester United, the team is preparing for a match against Sunderland on September 20. Donnarumma expressed pride in being named one of the team captains and emphasized the importance of maintaining momentum with another strong performance.
- •Donnarumma lauds Maresca for creating a positive training environment.
- •City achieved a 1-0 win in the Manchester derby, with Haaland scoring.
- •Donnarumma made a key 94th-minute save to secure the win.
- •City plays Sunderland on September 20 at the Etihad Stadium.
- •Maresca's management is credited with helping new players integrate quickly.
- 9:30 PMYahoo Sports — He’s a truly, truly special person – Donnarumma on Maresca
"City No.1 Gianluigi Donnarumma has lauded new boss Enzo Maresca as a brilliant coach and wonderful person. Men's Team Haaland the cover star for Sunderland matchday programme Donnarumma linked up with...
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