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Manchester City announces key dates for 2026/27 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 5:30 AM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Manchester City announces key dates for 2026/27 season

Summary

Manchester City will start the 2026/27 season under new manager Enzo Maresca, marking the club's first season without Pep Guardiola in over a decade. The squad will have a pre-season tour in Asia, facing Inter in Hong Kong and K-League All Stars and Atletico Madrid in Seoul. Their season opener in the Premier League is scheduled for August 23 against Bournemouth at the Etihad Stadium. The FA Community Shield match against Arsenal will take place on August 16 at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff. The Champions League league phase draw is set for August 27.

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By the Numbers

•Pre-season tour starts August 1 in Hong Kong
•First league match at home on August 23 against Bournemouth
•FA Community Shield on August 16 against Arsenal
•Champions League draw on August 27
•Transfer window closes September 1

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Manchester City will embark on their first season without Pep Guardiola as manager for over a decade, as incoming boss Enzo Maresca prepares to take on the role.The Italian head coach becomes just Cit...
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