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Haaland Takes the Lead: A Night of New Beginnings for Man City!

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Catch the action as Erling Haaland dons the captain's armband and young talents shine in a thrilling Celtic clash! Plus, what does Pep have to say about De Bruyne's future?

In a thrilling pre-season opener against Celtic, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola made headlines by appointing Erling Haaland as the captain. This decision not only highlights Haaland's growing importance within the squad but also opens doors for two promising youngsters, Jahmai Simpson-Pusey and Nico O'Reilly, who made their senior debuts. As City faced off against Scottish heavyweights Celtic in North Carolina, fans buzzed with excitement for what the next season held.

The match was a rollercoaster ride of emotions, ending in a tightly contested 4-3 defeat for the Premier League champions. Despite the loss, the performance was marked by standout moments from City’s young stars, including impressive plays from Simon-Pusey. With experienced players like Jack Grealish and Haaland on the pitch, there was an expectation that City would dominate, but Celtic had other plans, showcasing their strength in front of an enthusiastic crowd.

Adding to the pre-season drama, all eyes were on Kevin De Bruyne amid swirling rumors about a potential move to Saudi Arabia’s Al Ittihad. However, Pep Guardiola quickly squashed these speculations, asserting that De Bruyne would not be leaving Manchester City anytime soon. This insight from the manager calms the fans who were concerned about losing such a vital player just ahead of the new season. With only a year left on his contract, it sets the stage for what could be pivotal talks regarding the Belgian's future at the club.

As the dust settles from the thrilling match, fans are left pondering the impact of Khiara Keating, the English goalkeeper now facing court charges for possession of nitrous oxide. It’s a rather dramatic tension amidst jubilant celebrations of fresh talent on the field. With substantial changes within the squad and looming transfer discussions, Manchester City stands at a crossroads of maintaining their winning legacy while nurturing the new stars rising in their ranks.

Fun Fact 1: Did you know Erling Haaland is not just a goal-scoring machine but has also now taken on a leadership role as the captain of Manchester City? It's inspiring to watch a young player grow into such responsibilities!

Fun Fact 2: Manchester City's pre-season matches always promise to be thrilling! The clash with Celtic ended with seven goals, proving that fans are in for an exciting football season ahead, despite the victory going to their Scottish opponents.

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Haaland made captain with duo set for City debut in Celtic clash (Manchester City FC)

Pep Guardiola has handed Erling Haaland the captain's armband and two youngsters their senior debuts in our pre-season opener against Celtic.

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Kevin De Bruyne transfer: Pep Guardiola says Man City midfielder ... (Sky Sports)

Kevin De Bruyne has been linked with a move to Saudi Pro League club Al Ittihad; 33-year-old has year left on his contract at Manchester City; Pep Guardiola ...

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What Role Will Kevin De Bruyne Play For Man City This Season? (Forbes)

Pep Guardiola insists Kevin de Bruyne isn't going to Saudi Arabia, so what role will the Belgian play for Manchester City this season?

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De Bruyne won't be leaving Man City says Guardiola (beIN SPORTS MENA Breaking News)

Pep Guardiola insists Kevin De Bruyne will not leave Manchester City this season after reports the Belgium star could move to Saudi Arabia.

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Guardiola makes final De Bruyne decision as several Man City ... (Teamtalk.com)

Pep Guardiola has responded to the claims that Kevin De Bruyne has agreed to leave Manchester City and join Saudi side Al-Ittihad.

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Man City vs Celtic live Haaland captain & Phillips starts amid ... (Manchester Evening News)

Manchester City will play their first game of pre-season in North Carolina as they face Scottish heavyweights Celtic.

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Man City's Khiara Keating due in court for drug possession - ESPN (ESPN)

Manchester City and England goalkeeper Khiara Keating is due in court on Tuesday after being charged with possession of nitrous oxide.

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Kevin De Bruyne and Man City are set for SHOWDOWN talks over ... (Daily Mail)

JACK GAUGHAN IN NORTH CAROLINA: Kevin De Bruyne has been the subject of intense interest from the Saudi Pro League, with Al-Ittihad hopeful of luring him ...

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De Bruyne going nowhere - Man City boss Guardiola | SuperSport (SuperSport)

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has poured cold water on reports linking Kevin De Bruyne with a move away from the club amid speculation the Belgian ...

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Man City's Khiara Keating denies charges of drug possession - ESPN (ESPN)

Manchester City and England goalkeeper Khiara Keating is due in court on Tuesday after being charged with possession of nitrous oxide.

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Celtic 4-3 Man City (Jul 23, 2024) Game Analysis - ESPN (ESPN)

Pep Guardiola picked Erling Haaland and Jack Grealish in his team, but the Premier League champions were beaten by the champions of Scotland in North Carolina.

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Who is City's Jahmai Simpson-Pusey? (Manchester City FC)

Jahmai Simpson-Pusey is another of City's Elite Development Squad to make his senior debut for the Club while on our USA Tour.

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Manchester City 3 Celtic 4 – McAtee impresses, Phillips struggles ... (The Athletic)

Sam Lee addresses the main talking points from Manchester City's friendly defeat by Celtic.

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City edged out in seven-goal Celtic thriller (Manchester City FC)

Manchester City's pre-season tour of the United States began with a 4-3 defeat to Celtic in North Carolina.

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Who is City's Nico O'Reilly? (Manchester City FC)

Nico O'Reilly is the latest young talent to make his senior debut for Manchester City ahead of our pre-season clash with Celtic.

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Celtic down Man City in seven-goal preseason friendly (Yahoo Sports)

Celtic defeated a heavily rotated Manchester City side in a thrilling seven-goal preseason friendly in the United States.Scorers: Bobb 33′, Perrone 46′, ...

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Celtic edge Manchester City 4-3 in US pre-season friendly (Guardian)

Nicolas Kuhn scored twice and Luis Palma netted the decider in the 68th minute to give Celtic a 4-3 victory over Manchester City in a pr.

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Celtic 4-3 Man City (24 Jul, 2024) Game Analysis - ESPN (UK) (ESPN.co.uk)

Manchester City gets a goal from Erling Haaland, but struggle on defense as they fall to Celtic 4-3 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. By ...

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Football latest: Man City 3-4 Celtic; Pre-season updates & transfer ... (BBC Sport)

Premier League champions Man City lose 4-3 to Scottish champions Celtic in North Carolina, US. Ortega, Grealish & Phillips start; Haaland named captain and ...

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De Bruyne Not Leaving Man City For Saudi League, Says Guardiola (Leadership Newspaper)

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has said reports linking Kevin De Bruyne with a move away from the club are not right amid speculation the Belgium.

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Pep Guardiola unsure on whether Ederson will stay at Manchester City (Sky Sports)

Saudi Pro League club Al Ittihad have been linked with Ederson, who still has two years left of his contract at City; Pep Guardiola on Ederson future: Maybe ...

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Preseason: Celtic claim shock 4-3 win over Man City (Daily Post Nigeria)

Manchester City began their pre-season tour of the US with a shock 4-3 defeat to Celtic. Although City started the game with big names like Erling Haaland.

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Pep Guardiola unsure if Ederson will stay at Man City amid Saudi ... (Goal.com)

Pep Guardiola admitted that he is unsure if Ederson will stay at Manchester City amid Saudi Pro League transfer interest.

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Football latest: Man City 3-4 Celtic; Pre-season updates & transfer ... (BBC News)

All the latest football news and transfer updates as clubs continue their preparations for the new Premier League season, plus all the latest gossip.

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Pep Guardiola unsure if Ederson will stay at Man City amid Saudi ... (Goal.com)

Pep Guardiola admitted that he is unsure if Ederson will stay at Manchester City amid Saudi Pro League transfer interest.

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City v AC Milan: Kick-off time and TV information (Manchester City FC)

All the information you need ahead of City's latest match on our pre-season tour of the United States of America.

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Inside City Episode 468: City begin our US Tour! (Manchester City FC)

Pep Guardiola's men touched down in North Carolina ahead of the first of four friendlies on our tour, against Scottish champions Celtic. It was straight to work ...

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Transfer: De Bruyne receives £1million-a-week offer to leave Man City (Daily Post Nigeria)

Manchester City playmaker, Kevin De Bruyne, will snub a bumper £1million-a-week deal to join Saudi Arabian side Al-Ittihad this summer. The Belgian has.

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'Honoured' - Erling Haaland sends heartfelt message after being ... (Goal.com)

Erling Haaland has sent out a message after captaining Manchester City for the first time in a pre-season friendly against Celtic.

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Celtic edge Man City 4-3 in US pre-season friendly - Blueprint ... (Blueprint newspapers Limited)

Nicolas Kuhn scored twice and Luis Palma netted the decider in the 68th minute to give Celtic a 4-3 victory over Manchester City in a pre-season friendly on ...

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12 Academy players sign scholarships (Manchester City FC)

City's Academy saw 12 players sign scholarships ahead of the 2024/25 season. Kaden Braithwaite, Seth Chingwaro, Charlie Courtman, Leke Drake, Reigan Heskey, Max ...

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'Honoured' - Erling Haaland sends heartfelt message after being ... (Goal.com)

Erling Haaland has sent out a message after captaining Manchester City for the first time in a pre-season friendly against Celtic.

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Why are Manchester City willing to sell Ederson and why does he ... (The Athletic)

City could sell Ederson this summer — and there is a reason the goalkeeper might want to leave the Etihad Stadium.

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