Published Aug 18, 2026, 7:01 PM ET · Updated 3 months ago · 1 source

Premier League 2026-27 preview No 15: Manchester City

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Premier League 2026-27 preview No 15: Manchester City

Guardian writers’ predicted position: 2nd (NB: this is not necessarily Jamie Jackson’s prediction but the average of our writers’ tips) Last season’s position: 2nd Enzo Maresca was already in herculean task mode by signing on as the man charged with continuing the dynasty built by Pep Guardiola at Manchester City before Rodri decided to leave the club and join Barcelona. The 30-year-old may be headed for a second Ballon d’Or after his displays in Spain’s triumphant World Cup campaign, so the los