Former English champions “Manchester City” played their next preseason friendly yesterday against “Preston” as part of their ongoing summer preparation. In this match, Pep Guardiola’s team once again demonstrated their serious readiness for the upcoming season.
It should be noted that Uzbekistan’s young talent Abdukodir Khusanov also took part in this encounter. He was brought onto the pitch in the first half and, during those 45 minutes, caught the attention of the coaching staff with his active performance.
Guardiola decided to test two different lineups — one group of players played in the first half, and a completely new set of players appeared in the second half. This decision was crucial in assessing the players’ current form and internal competition.
The match overall was played with intense challenges and tactical duels. The only goal of the game came in the second half and was scored by Rico Lewis. His precise shot secured the win for the “Citizens,” with the final score being 1–0.
This match gave Pep Guardiola another opportunity to explore squad options more thoroughly. Meanwhile, for young players like Khusanov, it was a meaningful chance to prove themselves and take a step closer to joining the main squad.
“Manchester City”'s upcoming friendly matches remain an important stage for shaping the team and refining tactical strategies for the new season. Fans, in the meantime, continue to follow Khusanov’s progress with great interest.
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