League XI as three stars return and summer signing plays
Manchester City is preparing for a pre-season friendly match against a K-League XI in Seoul. The team is integrating returning stars and evaluating younger players like Jeremy Monga ahead of the upcoming Community Shield.
Why it matters
Pre-season matches are critical for squad rotation and tactical testing for top-tier football clubs before the competitive season begins.
Comments Sport opinion Jack Flintham Sport Central Audience Writer 06:00, 05 Aug 2026 View 2 Images Manchester City take on the K-League XI this lunchtime (Image: Getty Images/Pick the Team)
Manchester City will face a K-League XI in Seoul's Sangam Stadium today. Enzo Maresca said on Tuesday he saw good signs from the Blues against Inter Milan, despite the penalty shootout defeat. However, one of those bright signs, Ryan McAidoo, is unavailable this afternoon due to a minor shoulder injury.
With little more than a week before the clash with Arsenal in the Community Shield, we can expect Maresca to start a strong team. Gianluigi Donnarumma was one of three players who played the full 90 minutes against Inter and should keep his spot against the K-League side.
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