Picture Special

Gallery: Premier League countdown

View the best images from training as City's Premier League preparations continued.

After beating Palermo 3-0 to lift the Anglo Palermitan Trophy on Sunday, attentions have now turned onto our opening top-flight assignment of 2025/26.

The Blues’ maiden match is against Wolves at Molineux on Saturday 17 August, with kick-off scheduled for 17:30 (UK).

As a result, our meticulous preparations continued on Monday as we continue to build towards Vitor Pereira’s side and our pursuit of a fifth Premier League title in six seasons.

Take a look at a selection of pictures via the gallery below…

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MIDFIELD MAESTRO : Tijjani Reijnders pulling strings.

MIDFIELD MAESTRO : Tijjani Reijnders pulling strings.
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THREE OF THE BEST : Erling Haaland, Manuel Akanji and Ruben Dias in fine spirits.

THREE OF THE BEST : Erling Haaland, Manuel Akanji and Ruben Dias in fine spirits.
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DISBELIEF : Nico O'Reilly can't believe his luck.

DISBELIEF : Nico O'Reilly can't believe his luck.
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EYES ON THE PRIZE : John Stones ready to control.

EYES ON THE PRIZE : John Stones ready to control.
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SILKY STONES : Our classy defender dribbles with the ball.

SILKY STONES : Our classy defender dribbles with the ball.
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WAITING PATIENTLY : Haaland watches on.

WAITING PATIENTLY : Haaland watches on.
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GOAL : The Norwegian stretches to score.

GOAL : The Norwegian stretches to score.
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ON THE BALL : Oscar Bobb drives forward.

ON THE BALL : Oscar Bobb drives forward.