Pre-season begins for Man City as Enzo Maresca takes charge for the first time since succeeding Pep Guardiola.
The Italian’s side open their Asia tour against Inter Milan in Hong Kong, a repeat of the 2023 Champions League final, before matches against a K League All-Stars XI and Atlético Madrid in Seoul later this month.
Maresca’s 28-man travelling squad leans heavily on academy players and summer signings, with several World Cup participants — including Erling Haaland, Jeremy Doku, Rayan Cherki, Nico O’Reilly, Marc Guéhi and Elliot Anderson — given extended rest and not making the trip.
Rodri is also absent after minor back surgery, and Jack Grealish continues his recovery from a foot injury. Summer arrival Jeremy Monga, Under-21s striker Divin Mubamba and teenage winger Ryan McAidoo are among those set to feature.
How to watch Manchester City vs. Inter Milan
City’s pre-season friendlies are broadcast live on the club’s own channel, CITY+. You can watch via mancity.com or the official Man City app with a CITY+ subscription. Sign Up Here
Match details
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | Manchester City vs. Inter Milan |
| Competition | Asia Tour 2026 (Asahi Super Dry Trophy) |
| Date | Saturday, August 1, 2026 |
| Venue | Kai Tak Stadium, Hong Kong |
| Kick-off Time (UK / BST) | 12:30 PM |
| Kick-off Time (US / ET) | 7:30 AM |
| Kick-off Time (Local / HKT) | 7:30 PM |
| Broadcaster (Global) | CITY+ (Sign Up here) |
