City headed to Stamford Bridge for a tough test against Chelsea with Pep Guardiola facing former assistant Enzo Maresca.
The reigning champions, who have won the title four seasons in succession, were looking to start our defence in style in this capital contest.
City had a fine record on the opening day heading into this one, winning 12 of the past 13 contests – could we make it a ‘lucky’ 13?
Erling Haaland was making his 100 City appearance – could he mark it with a goal?
This match wasn’t going to be easy with Rodrigo missing after a strenuous summer and Oscar Bobb absent through injury.
But could we get the new campaign off to a flyer?
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