Manchester City drew 1-1 with Inter Milan in Hong Kong before losing 3-1 on penalties as Enzo Maresca took charge for the first time. Phil Foden captained the side, and Divin Mubama opened the scoring in the 14th minute, while Benjamin Pavard levelled six minutes later.

Maresca praised the team’s display despite the loss, stressing the importance of legs and fitness in the next two weeks before the first official game. He noted Inter’s extra‑time advantage but said the second half showed improvement after changes.

Ryan Mc Aidoo emerged as a standout performer, and Maresca reiterated his willingness to promote academy players, praising the teenager’s aggressiveness and decision‑making.

City will continue their Asia tour, facing a K League All‑Stars XI in Seoul, Atlético Madrid in South Korea, then Arsenal in the Community Shield before the Premier League starts at Bournemouth.