Manchester City Submit 23-Man Champions League Squad for 2025–26 League Phase

 

Photo Credit:Manchester City.


Manchester City has officially submitted its List A squad for the 2025–26 UEFA Champions League league phase, confirming a 23-man roster that blends seasoned stars, fresh signings, and experienced homegrown talents. The announcement on 2 September 2025 marks a key moment in Pep Guardiola's preparations ahead of European action.


Squad Highlights


The squad features six new additions, all of whom were included in List A:


Gianluigi Donnarumma (goalkeeper) – City’s high-profile deadline day arrival from Paris Saint-Germain


Rayan Ait-Nouri, Marcus Bettinelli, Rayan Cherki, Tijjani Reijnders, and James Trafford



Adding these fresh faces reflects the City’s season-long strategy of retooling the squad in key areas.


Full List A Roster (In Alphabetical Order)


Goalkeepers: Gianluigi Donnarumma, James Trafford, Stefan Ortega Moreno, Marcus Bettinelli


Defenders: Rayan Ait-Nouri, Nathan Ake, Abdukodir Khusanov, Ruben Dias, Joško Gvardiol, John Stones


Midfielders: Rodri, Bernardo Silva, Mateo Kovačić, Tijjani Reijnders, Rayan Cherki, Matheus Nunes, Oscar Bobb, Savinho, Phil Foden, Jeremy Doku, Omar Marmoush, Nico (González, presumably)


(Note: The list proxies abbreviated names like “Nico” and includes wide attacker names like Doku and Marmoush—possibly drawn from club shorthand.)



List B Inclusion: Emerging Youth Talent


List B allows clubs to register young players meeting certain age and club tenure requirements. For City, the following academy graduates were included:


Rico Lewis


Nico O’Reilly



Their addition ensures promising talents remain eligible throughout the Champions League phase, even if they are not part of the primary squad.


UEFA Regulations & Broader Context


The club adhered to UEFA’s roster rules:


A maximum of 25 players allowed on List A, with at least two goalkeepers.


A minimum of eight locally trained players, with a cap of four association-trained players among them.


Clubs can register up to three new players before the knockout phase, with a 5 February 2026 deadline.



This squad submission comes amid other significant developments:


The Champions League fixtures have been confirmed, with City drawn against Napoli (H), Monaco (A), Villarreal (A), Borussia Dortmund (H), Bayer Leverkusen (H), Real Madrid (A), Bodo/Glimt (A), and Galatasaray (H), under the new one-league format of eight matches—four home, four away.






Final Thoughts


Manchester City’s Champions League squad reflects a meticulous blend of experience, reinvestment, and youth integration. The inclusion of Donnarumma, Reijnders, Cherki, and several others signals a bold push for continental success, while academy products like Lewis and O’Reilly showcase Pep Guardiola’s continuing trust in homegrown talent.


As the competition approaches, City fans will be watching closely to see how this mix performs on Europe’s biggest stage.


Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Trump's Tariff Shock: A New Trade War Era?

Image
On April 2, 2025, former President Donald Trump made a bold move that sent shockwaves across the global economy—announcing sweeping new tariffs on imports to the United States. The policy includes a 10% blanket tariff on all goods entering the country, with significantly higher rates targeting key trading partners: 34% for China, 20% for the European Union, 24% for Japan, 25% for South Korea, and a staggering 32% for Taiwan. The announcement has rattled global markets, with stock exchanges in Beijing and Tokyo taking heavy losses, and European markets following suit. Investors are flocking to safe-haven assets like gold, and oil prices have taken a hit, signaling fears that the tariffs could stifle global economic growth. Economic experts are warning that these tariffs could lead to increased production costs, higher prices for consumers, and potential job losses. Shipping giant Maersk has already criticized the move, calling it damaging to global trade stability. In response...
Read more

Erling Haaland: A Record-Breaking Machine in the Premier League

Image
  Photo credit: Manchester City In just 94 appearances, Erling Haaland has shattered another record, becoming the quickest player to reach 100 goal involvements in Premier League history. The Manchester City striker has once again proven why he is one of the most lethal forwards in world football, achieving this milestone faster than any player before him. A Phenomenal Achievement The image above, shared by Manchester City, perfectly encapsulates Haaland's dominance. Dressed in City's iconic sky-blue jersey, he celebrates yet another goal contribution, standing in front of a bold "100" that highlights his extraordinary feat. The numbers speak for themselves—Haaland is not just a goal scorer; he’s a complete attacking force, consistently assisting teammates and delivering for his club. Breaking Records with Ease Since arriving in the Premier League, Haaland has made scoring look effortless. Whether it's his powerful runs, clinical finishing, or intelligent pos...
Read more

Black Myth: Wukong—Reviving the Joy of RPG Gaming

Image
In an era where role-playing games (RPGs) have become increasingly complex and time-consuming, Black Myth: Wukong is emerging as a breath of fresh air, rekindling the spark that originally made RPGs a beloved genre. Developed by the Chinese studio Game Science, this highly anticipated action RPG is poised to make a significant impact on the gaming industry by bringing fun and accessibility back to the forefront of the RPG experience. A Legendary Tale Reimagined Black Myth: Wukong is based on the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West, one of the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature. The game’s protagonist, the Monkey King, also known as Sun Wukong, is an iconic figure in Chinese mythology. The game takes players on an epic journey through a world filled with mystical creatures, powerful gods, and challenging foes, all set against a stunningly detailed and expansive landscape. Gameplay that Prioritizes Fun What sets Black Myth: Wukong apart from other modern RPGs...
Read more