City wrapped up preparations at the CFA on Saturday as we prepare to bring the curtain up on the new season when we tackle Arsenal in Sunday's 2026 Community Shield at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium.
It’s an eagerly-awaited clash in the Welsh capital bringing together last season’s FA Cup and Carabao Cup victors against the Premier League champions.
The new season also officially heralds the advent of a fresh era with Enzo Maresca now at the managerial helm for City.
The Italian succeeded Pep Guardiola as manager earlier this summer and Sunday offers the new boss and his squad the chance to register a first piece of silverware this term.
And, as our gallery illustrates, the players were in great spirits as they rounded off preparations at the CFA before heading down to Cardiff.
View the best of Saturday training in our gallery above…
ON THE BALL: Nico O'Reilly in control - as per usual!
ACTION STATIONS: Rayan Ait-Nouri and Omar Marmoush get into the competitive groove.
ALL TOGETHER NOW: Hug time for Ruben Dias and Nico Gonzalez.
KEEPING THE FAITH: New arrival Gerónimo Rulli steps out for duty.
KEEPING THE FAITH: New arrival Gerónimo Rulli steps out for duty.
ALL SMILES: The boss was in great spirits as the Blues rounded off preparations.
ALL SMILES: The boss was in great spirits as the Blues rounded off preparations.
Young fan in Manchester City jersey raised on shoulders amid cheering crowd, capturing celebration and excitement at sports event.