Ruben Dias describes tactical changes under Enzo Maresca at Manchester City
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 9:30 PM
Last updated Sep 4, 2026

Manchester City defender Ruben Dias says the team is adapting to specific tactical adjustments under new manager Enzo Maresca while maintaining the club's core style of play. Despite a busy summer of personnel changes and departures, the Portuguese international believes the squad is building consistency and buying into the new leadership approach. Dias, now in his eleventh season with the club, emphasized the importance of maintaining focus and discipline to sustain success. The team continues to work through tactical refinements following early-season fixtures and a challenging Community Shield appearance. Dias remains optimistic about the group's potential, noting that the focus remains on long-term ambition and tactical unity as the campaign progresses.
- •Ruben Dias noted that Enzo Maresca has introduced specific offensive and defensive tactical ideas.
- •The squad is integrating new personnel after a summer defined by a high volume of departures.
- •Manchester City is working to build team consistency following the Community Shield and early Premier League matches.
- •Ruben Dias is entering his eleventh season with the club and remains part of the leadership group.
- 9:30 PMYahoo Sports — ‘We are the same – but different’ says Dias
"Ruben Dias says Enzo Maresca's City have many similarities to Pep Guardiola’s City – with subtle differences.Our Portuguese skipper says he is enjoying life under the new boss and believes the Blu...
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