Manchester City midfielder James McAtee makes pre-season prediction ahead of Barcelona clash

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Published on 2024-07-29 10:30:00

Manchester City midfielder James McAtee is looking forward to playing in a pre-season friendly match against Barcelona. The 22-year-old midfielder, who spent the previous two seasons with Sheffield United, has made several appearances for Manchester City, including in the Premier League and UEFA Champions League. McAtee scored in Manchester City’s recent pre-season friendly against AC Milan and is set to face Barcelona in their upcoming match in Florida.

McAtee expressed his excitement about playing against Barcelona, a team he has always admired for their style of play. Manchester City have faced Barcelona competitively six times in the past, with their only victory coming in November 2016 in the Champions League. The midfielder is optimistic about the upcoming match and believes it will be a great game for both teams and their fans.

Manchester City fans will be eager to see McAtee in action as he continues to impress during pre-season friendlies and looks to secure a spot in the first team for the upcoming season. The young midfielder has shown his potential with both his club and loan spells, and facing top-tier teams like Barcelona will provide him with valuable experience and opportunities to shine on the pitch.

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