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Enzo Maresca’s Manchester City opener was startlingly bad
The Community Shield isn’t always a sign of things to come, but City’s form in their defeat to Arsenal is concerning in the wake of Pep Guardiola’s departure
TL;DR
- Manchester City lost the Community Shield 3-0 to Arsenal, marking a concerning start for new manager Enzo Maresca.
- Defensive errors were prominent, including miscommunication and players being out of position.
- Midfield issues are highlighted by Rodri's potential departure and a lack of depth.
- The squad appears short in certain areas, and recruitment decisions are questioned.
- The transition from Pep Guardiola's unique style to Maresca's is proving difficult.