Maresca Praises Manchester City Players After Pre-Season Victory

Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca expressed satisfaction with his team's performance after they achieved a 3-1 victory over the K-League All-Stars in Seoul during a pre-season match.

This match marked Maresca's first win since taking over from Pep Guardiola, with goals from Rayan Ait-Nouri, Tijjani Reijnders, and Divin Mubama contributing to the scoreline before halftime. The game took place in high temperatures, reaching around 36 degrees Celsius, but Maresca noted the players' ability to adapt to the heat.

Maresca emphasized the importance of the result, even in a friendly, while also appreciating the players' effort throughout the match. He mentioned that several senior players were absent due to their participation in the 2026 World Cup, but he anticipates improvement as those players return to training.