March 19, (THEWILL) – English Premier League giants Manchester City have confirmed their high-profile pre-season tour to the United States ahead of the 2024/2025 campaign. The reigning treble winners will face a stern test against elite European opposition during their Stateside preparations in July.
Pep Guardiola’s men commence their US tour against Scottish champions Celtic on July 23, before locking horns with Italian heavyweights AC Milan four days later at the iconic Yankee Stadium. Tensions will undoubtedly soar when City travel to Florida, to renew hostilities with Guardiola’s former employers Barcelona on July 30.
The glamour-friendly series culminates in a mouth-watering clash with EPL rivals Chelsea, on August 3. This tantalising set of fixtures will provide a rigorous examination for City as they resume their regular target of an unprecedented quadruple next term.
Having toured Asia before the current season, the Citizens are no strangers to long-haul pre-season excursions. Nevertheless, their return to the United States, following their 2022 visit, underscores the club’s global appeal and commercial aspirations.
Despite the daunting calibre of the teams they might have in opposition, City’s stellar squad will relish the opportunity to lay down a marker ahead of what may be another title chase at home and in Europe. The stage is set for an enthralling pre-season spectacle Stateside.
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