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Maresca delighted by Semenyo-Marmoush partnership after Man City beat Atletico

From CNA · () English

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At a glance

News Named sources Outcome reported
  • Manchester City defeated Atletico Madrid 3-1 in a preseason friendly in Seoul.
  • Antoine Semenyo provided two assists for Omar Marmoush, who scored both goals.
  • Manager Enzo Maresca praised his players' effort but stressed the need for greater efficiency in front of goal.

Manchester City concluded their Asia tour with a 3-1 victory over Atletico Madrid in Seoul, showcasing a strong second-half performance. Manager Enzo Maresca lauded the impact of his wide players, particularly the partnership between Antoine Semenyo and Omar Marmoush, which proved decisive.

Marmoush netted twice in quick succession early in the second half, capitalizing on precise crosses from Semenyo. The dynamic duo turned the game around after City had fallen behind against the run of play just before halftime when Jorge Dominguez scored for Atletico. Semenyo's ability to create chances was evident as he delivered two low crosses that Marmoush expertly finished.

Overall, it was a very good test against one of the best teams in Europe. Credit to the players for the effort they have done. From tomorrow pre-season is finished and the real business starts.

— Enzo MarescaReflecting on the match against Atletico Madrid and the end of the preseason tour.

Semenyo concluded the tour with four assists across three matches, while Savinho also impressed on the opposite flank. Substitute Rayan Ait-Nouri added a third goal in stoppage time, securing the win in front of over 50,000 fans at the Seoul World Cup Stadium. Maresca acknowledged the team's dominance in possession and chance creation but highlighted areas for improvement.

"We need to be clinical. It's something we need to improve," Maresca stated. "Slowly we are getting there and with Erling (Haaland) we can be even more dangerous. Today Omar scored twice. This is a boost." The manager expressed satisfaction with the team's progress during his initial matches in charge, following City's tour which also included a draw with Inter Milan and a penalty shootout loss, alongside victories over a K League All-Stars side and Atletico Madrid. City now prepares to face Arsenal in the Community Shield on August 16.

We need to be clinical. It's something we need to improve. Slowly we are getting there and with Erling (Haaland) we can be even more dangerous. Today Omar scored twice. This is a boost.

— Enzo MarescaDiscussing the team's need for greater efficiency in front of goal.
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