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Wright-Phillips excited for Maresca's return to Manchester City

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 12:35 PM

Last updated Jul 30, 2026

Wright-Phillips excited for Maresca's return to Manchester City

Summary

Shaun Wright-Phillips expressed enthusiasm for Enzo Maresca's return to Manchester City, emphasizing the opportunity to build on his prior successes. Maresca's first challenge as Manchester City's manager will be against Inter Milan on August 1, during their pre-season tour in Hong Kong. Wright-Phillips noted the significance of these matches for squad fitness and the development of younger players. His own experience with City, helping them achieve promotion in 2002, adds weight to his comments on Maresca's potential impact.

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By the Numbers

•Maresca's first test as City manager is against Inter on August 1.
•Wright-Phillips praised Maresca's past successes at Chelsea.
•The match takes place during City's pre-season Asia tour.
•Wright-Phillips highlighted the importance of match fitness for players.
•City previously defeated Inter in the 2023 UEFA Champions League final.

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12:35 PMYahoo Sports — I’m looking forward to seeing what Maresca achieves here, says Wright-Phillips

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Shaun Wright-Phillips says he’s excited to see what heights Enzo Maresca can reach at Manchester City. Picture Special Gallery: City touch down in Hong Kong Like Maresca, the regular Matchday Live g...
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