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Man City Player Ratings vs Palermo with Two 8/10s as Haaland Scores and Reijnders Shines - Manchester Evening News

PROVINCE OF PALERMO, SICILY, AUG 9 – Tijjani Reijnders scored two goals after coming on as a substitute, marking his first goals for Manchester City in their final preseason match before the Premier League season.

  • Manchester City defeated Palermo 3-0 on August 9, 2025, at Renzo Barbera in their final preseason match in Sicily.
  • The win followed Tijjani Reijnders’ transfer from AC Milan this summer and Rodri's recent injury setback, which leaves a gap in midfield.
  • Erling Haaland put Manchester City ahead in the 25th minute, and after coming on at halftime, Reijnders netted two goals in the second half.
  • City held 71% possession with 13 shots, including six on target, while Guardiola praised Reijnders’ special qualities and ability to find goalscoring positions.
  • The victory capped City’s preseason and sent them into their Premier League opener versus Wolverhampton Wanderers on August 16 with confidence in the squad.
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SCAN SPORT - Manchester City made a mistake in flocking its midfielder Tijjani Reijnders against Palermo, which made many internet users laugh.

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Tijjani Reijnders has already won over everyone in Manchester, including his new manager, Pep Guardiola. Manchester City are enjoying their new No. 4, who scored a brace in last night's friendly against Palermo, which ended 0-3. The manager then spoke about the former AC Milan Dutchman to Sky Sport. "You know him. I have to say one thing: I don't choose the players, I give my opinion, and then the club chooses. When they say Pep spent €700 milli…

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