Enzo Maresca warns Manchester City of Sunderland's challenge ahead
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 11:31 AM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca stated that Sunderland will pose the toughest challenge of the season so far when they meet at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday. Sunderland enters the match in solid form, with a recent Europa League win and a competitive performance against Arsenal despite a loss. City, unbeaten this season, recently defeated Manchester United and Norwich City. Maresca praised Sunderland's coaching and overall strength, hinting at the difficulty his team may face in the upcoming match.
- •Maresca labels Sunderland as City’s toughest opponent this season.
- •Sunderland drew with Brentford and beat AZ Alkmaar recently.
- •City is unbeaten and comes off victories against Manchester United and Norwich.
- •Sunderland aims to perform similarly to its strong display against Arsenal.
- 11:31 AMYahoo Sports — Man City Boss Enzo Maresca Pays Sunderland Huge Compliment Ahead Of 'Toughest Game Yet'
"Enzo Maresca has made clear that Sunderland will be a difficult test for his in-form Manchester City side on Sunday.
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