That means the perfect place to follow the clash with Kieran McKenna’s Tractor Boys is on our Official Man City App.
Download it now and tune into our extensive and entertaining coverage as City return to the Etihad for the first time since our Premier League-winning victory over West Ham on the final day of the 2023/24 term.
There’ll be a hero’s welcome for the champions, Savinho will look to grace the hallowed turf for the first time while Ilkay Gundogan will make a homecoming as he hopes to be involved on his return to the Premier League.
We’ll get you in the mood well before kick-off with our Matchday Live Show starting 75 minutes ahead of our home opener.
Host Cel Spellman will be joined by guests Steve Howey and Shaun Goater, who will offer expert insight before, during and after the game.
They will assess team news as it comes in, run the rule over the first half at the break and assess the result as the final whistle blows.
As well as that, you’ll also get live text updates throughout the day from our journalists at the stadium.
Alistair Mann and Nicky Weaver will guide fans through proceedings with live audio commentary as they paint the pictures with Pep Guardiola’s men going in search of another three points after starting the season with a valuable victory at Chelsea.
After the game, as well as analysis from Howey and Goater, you’ll also get a detailed match report and reaction from the boss along with his players shortly after the final whistle.
Short highlights will be available from 19:00 (UK) with extended highlights and a CITY + full match replay accessible from midnight.
