Enzo Maresca prepares for first match with Manchester City against Arsenal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 1:20 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Enzo Maresca will lead Manchester City in his first competitive match against Arsenal in the FA Community Shield on Sunday at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff. The manager reported that most of his squad is fit, although Ryan McAidoo is the only player dealing with an injury. Erling Haaland trained for most of the session but missed the end due to minor heel concerns. Rodri is in rehabilitation after minor back surgery. Maresca is expected to rely on players from the preseason tour of Asia for his starting lineup.
- •Manchester City faces Arsenal in the FA Community Shield on August 14.
- •Most squad members are fit, except for Ryan McAidoo due to injury.
- •Erling Haaland trained but missed the end of the session.
- •Rodri is currently in rehab following back surgery.
- •Maresca may opt for preseason players in the starting lineup.
- 1:20 PMYahoo Sports — Enzo Maresca almost has a full squad to work with against Arsenal
"Enzo Maresca will take charge of his first competitive match as Manchester City this Sunday against Arsenal in the FA Community Shield clash in Cardiff. The FA Cup holders will take on last season’s...
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