Manchester City begin preparations for what could be Pep Guardiola’s final season in charge of the club against Celtic in North Carolina.
The City boss has just a year left on his contract and has been tipped to replace Gareth Southgate as England manager ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Guardiola, however, will no doubt be focusing on making more history as his team bid to make it a stunning five consecutive Premier League titles lifted this season, as well as reclaiming the Champions League.
It is battle of the English champions against the Scottish champions, with the Bhoys having beaten D.C United in their first game of the tour last time out.
Here’s everything you need to know about the game.
Date, kick-off time and venue
Man City vs Celtic is scheduled for a 12.30am BST kick-off time tonight, in the early hours of Wednesday July 24, 2024.
The Kenan Stadium in North Carolina will host.
Where to watch Man City vs Celtic
TV channel: The game will be broadcast on City+ and Celtic TV, which both require a subscription.
Live stream: Both City+ and Celtic TV will provide subscribers with a live stream.
Man City vs Celtic team news
Erling Haaland may feature after a summer break. Jack Grealish could also be involved after he was omitted from the England squad for Euro 2024.
Goalkeeper Ederson has been included on the tour despite links with a big money move to Saudi Arabia.
All of Celtic’s Scottish international contingent were on the bench for their win earlier this week, along with Atalanta-linked Matt O’Riley. New signing Kasper Schmeichel has been given extra time off after reaching the Euro 2024 quarter-finals with Denmark.
Man City vs Celtic prediction
It is obviously difficult to make any concrete predictions at this early stage of pre-season, but goals should be expected.
Man City to win, 3-2.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
Man City wins: 0
Draws: 2
Celtic wins: 0
