Four members of the Talented Player Programme based in the UAE got a once in a lifetime experience, flying to Manchester to be mascots for the Arsenal game.

During their trip, the kids got to explore Manchester, before having a training session at the City Football Academy - they then had a night to remember at the Etihad.

At the match, the kids got to welcome City’s stars as they arrived on the blue carpet, watch the players warm up pitch side, high five all the players as they came off the pitch after their warm-ups, walk out with the players as they then enter the pitch ahead of kick-off, before watching the game from the stands.

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Launched in 2019, the programme provides a platform for young footballers aged 11-16 across Abu Dhabi and Dubai to fulfil their potential under the guidance of expert coaches from City Football Schools.