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Manchester CitySummary
Generated byManchester City are entering the 2026/27 Premier League season in the midst of the most significant transition the club has faced in a decade. The 3-0 Community Shield defeat to Arsenal set an uncomfortable tone for Enzo Maresca's reign, with the Gunners barely needing to shift through the gears to dismantle last season's runners-up. That result, combined with Pep Guardiola's departure after six league titles in ten years, frames this as a genuine rebuilding moment rather than a minor reset.
The squad overhaul is substantial. Rodri has completed a €76.5 million move to Barcelona, leaving a midfield void that Maresca is scrambling to fill. City have identified Roma's Manu Kone as a primary target, while a Serie A midfielder valued at €60 million has also been linked. In attack, both Savinho and Omar Marmoush are reportedly the subject of a double approach from Tottenham, with Marmoush said to have given the move his blessing. Palmeiras winger Allan Elias has been identified as a potential Savinho replacement. Tijjani Reijnders has already departed to Al-Qadsiah in the Saudi Pro League, and Jack Grealish faces an uncertain future with Everton confirming contact over a potential deal.
Compounding the transfer turbulence, Jeremy Doku sustained an injury during the Community Shield and is ruled out of Sunday's Premier League opener against Bournemouth at the Etihad. City's first league match of the post-Guardiola era therefore arrives with key personnel missing, a squad in flux, and questions about Maresca's system still unanswered. The ongoing 115 financial charges case also continues to hang over the club, with the Premier League's chief executive acknowledging public frustration at the prolonged wait for a verdict.
Manchester City Overview
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Standings
Premier League
Premier League| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | F | A | +/- | PTS | Form | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 |  Leeds United | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| 14 |  Liverpool | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| 15 |  Manchester City | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| 16 |  Manchester United | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| 17 |  Newcastle United | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Frequently asked questions
You must be a club member to purchase an official ticket through the club to see Manchester City play at the Etihad Stadium.
There are two types of Cityzens memberships – Matchday Membership, for adults (ages 18 and above) between £25 and £35, and Junior Membership, for youth supporters (ages 17 and below) at £20.
Memberships offer fans a range of benefits, from priority access to tickets to a discount in the club shop.
Adult
- Full Price: £35
- Base Membership: £25
Junior
- Full Price: £20
To buy a Manchester City season ticket, you must first be a Cityzens Matchday or Junior Member, as season tickets are not sold to the general public. However, season tickets for the 2025/26 season are currently sold out, and only a limited number of Flexi Season Tickets were offered to eligible members based on their match attendance history and purchase activity.
Renewals for existing ticket holders have closed, and new tickets will not be widely available until at least the 2026/27 season, when the Etihad Stadium expansion is expected to release more seats.
To prepare for future availability, you should purchase a Cityzens Matchday Membership through the official Manchester City website and attend as many home games as possible. Priority for season tickets is based on loyalty and attendance, so building your history now increases your chances.
Flexi Season Tickets, which offer a more flexible commitment while still providing benefits, are another route, but also subject to eligibility.
Due to high demand, getting your hands on Premier League tickets for Manchester City matches is not easy, though it is typically not as tough as it is for their rivals.
Unsurprisingly, that can lead many fans to head to secondary resale sites such as StubHub in their efforts to bag tickets, though even then, it is not a foregone conclusion.
The best way to get tickets for Manchester City matches is to ensure you have a membership and browse the individual match options available. Remember, games against lower Premier League opposition or non-rivals will likely be easier to find.
The best way to buy cheap Manchester City tickets is from the club's official website, looking for tickets in the more cost-friendly portions of the Etihad Stadium.
Second-hand resale sites such as StubHub and Ticombo may also offer cheap tickets at short notice, with prices likely at their lowest the closer you get to the game.
You can indeed book a tour around the Etihad Stadium. Several websites offer deals and discounts on tours around the Citizens' home.
RedLetterDays currently offer stadium tours from £28 for one adult through £72 for two adults and two children. The time lasts approximately 90 minutes and includes an interactive portion that allows guests to greet a virtual Pep Guardiola in the press room and access the club shop.