Maresca maintains calm despite Manchester City's Community Shield defeat
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 8:22 AM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Enzo Maresca, the new Manchester City manager, downplayed the significance of his team's defeat to Arsenal in the Community Shield on August 16. Following the match, Maresca emphasized the importance of not being overly emotional or rash, highlighting that there is substantial work ahead as the Premier League season approaches. Izzy Christiansen, speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live, noted Maresca's calm demeanor and acknowledged the challenges he faces in transitioning the team, particularly regarding the midfield without Rodri. The transfer window remains a critical focus for Manchester City as they seek to strengthen the squad ahead of the new season.
- •Maresca replaces Pep Guardiola as Manchester City manager this summer.
- •City lost to Arsenal in the Community Shield on August 16.
- •Maresca emphasizes the need for calm and focus moving forward.
- •Midfield adjustments are crucial, especially with Rodri's situation.
- •The transfer window is key for potential squad improvements.
- 8:22 AMYahoo Sports — 'Calm and collected' Maresca 'knows the job' ahead of him - Christiansen
"Izzy Christiansen say it is important to not "be too emotional or rash" following Manchester City's defeat to Arsenal in the Community Shield. New City manager Enzo Maresca, who replaced Pep Guardiola over the summer, played down the importance of the result at full-time knowing that there is still work to be done ahead of the new Premier League season. "In Maresca's post-match interview he sounded calm and collected, which is the managerial style he has displayed at Chelsea and Leicester City," said Christiansen on BBC Radio 5 Live's Football Daily podcast.
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