Originally created in 2022 to commemorate 30 years of the Premier League, the above video reflects on the opening day of the 2016/17 campaign.
We edged out the Black Cats 2-1, in what was also the managerial debut of David Moyes for our opponents.
Before the game, Pep said he was looking forward to “seeing how the Premier League is in life, not just on television”.
After it, he admitted it was a delight “to live the experience for the first time at the Etihad with our people”.
The game itself included the debut of new signings John Stones and Nolito as well as Willy Caballero between the sticks in place of Joe Hart.
Sergio Aguero’s penalty, after Raheem Sterling was fouled by Patrick van Aanholt, gave City an early lead. But Pep saw his new side pegged back by Jermain Defoe.
However, it was a fitting finale as City picked up three points with an 87th-minute winner when Paddy McNair headed into his own net, under pressure from Kelechi Iheanacho and Fabian Delph.
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The victory made it seven opening day wins in a row for the new manager, stretching back to 2008 when he was Barcelona boss.
Check out our video feature above, which gives you a nostalgic look back at the game through match footage, interesting facts and stats as well as pre and post-match interviews.
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Sitting second in the table, Pep Guardiola’s side are looking to keep pressure on league leaders Arsenal as we approach the halfway point of the campaign.
The newly promoted Black Cats will provide a stern test having enjoyed a fabulous return to the top-flight so far.
This is in fact the first Etihad meeting between the sides since Pep’s very first game in charge of City all the way back in 2016!
