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Jun 2025
36m 16s

Inside Man City's massive rebuild

THE ATHLETIC
About this episode

Manchester City are back on the big stage this week, at the Club World Cup in the USA. 


And, with a revamped squad and no trophies to show from last season, can Pep Guardiola’s side make a statement in the States?


Host: Matt Davies-Adams

Guests: Adam Crafton, Jordan Campbell, Thom Harris

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Jay Beale


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