US EditionYamal missing for Barcelona as De Bruyne returns to Man City in Champions League
Barcelona's 18-year-old star Lamine Yamal misses Champions League opener due to injury; Kevin De Bruyne scores in Napoli debut after decade at Manchester City, boosting Italian champions.
- Manchester City hosts Napoli at the Etihad Stadium on Thursday 18 September 2025 for their Champions League opener featuring Kevin De Bruyne's first return since joining Napoli.
- After spending ten years at Manchester City and winning sixteen major trophies, De Bruyne left the club at the end of his contract in the summer and signed a two-year contract with Serie A titleholders Napoli.
- Under the guidance of Antonio Conte, Napoli enter the new season buoyed by recent success, having secured the league title twice within the past three seasons, while De Bruyne has quickly settled in and already netted two goals in Serie A.
- Conte emphasized that the position they are creating suits De Bruyne perfectly, allowing him freedom to maneuver, while Guardiola remarked that players of such caliber adjust extremely quickly.
- The match presents a tactical challenge as Napoli look to continue fine form and Manchester City aim to build on a vital win after two successive defeats.
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Kevin De Bruyne was one of the most anticipated players in the Manchester City-Napoli Champions League clash. His return to the Etihad, this time as an opponent after signing for Napoli in the summer, was accompanied by emotions, memories and warm greetings from former teammates. However, the Belgian's personal "derby" lasted only 25 minutes. After a serious foul by Giovanni Di Lorenzo on Erling Haaland in the 20th minute, Napoli were left with …
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Barcelona must cope without superstar winger Lamine Yamal for a trip to Newcastle in the Champions League and there’s a sooner-than-expected return to Manchester City for Kevin De Bruyne.
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