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Enzo Maresca begins training as Manchester City manager ahead of new season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 9:05 PM

Last updated Jul 22, 2026

Enzo Maresca begins training as Manchester City manager ahead of new season

Summary

Enzo Maresca has commenced his first training sessions as Manchester City manager this week, focusing on players who did not participate in the World Cup. Preparations for the 2026-27 season are in progress, with Maresca set to address the media for the first time on Friday. This press conference is anticipated to provide insight into his plans for the team and mark the beginning of a new era following Pep Guardiola’s departure. Maresca's tenure has been awaited since he left his position at Chelsea partly due to City's interest in hiring him.

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By the Numbers

•Maresca holds first training sessions as Manchester City manager this week
•Focus on players not involved in the World Cup
•Press conference scheduled for Friday will detail Maresca's plans
•Maresca succeeded Pep Guardiola after leaving Chelsea
•City is preparing for the 2026-27 season

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What they're saying

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Enzo Maresca has taken charge of his first training sessions as Manchester City manager this week. The City players who didn’t go to the World Cup, or who didn’t have deep runs with their countrie...
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