Bayern vs Man City

Manchester City and Bayern clash today at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, as both teams look to build fitness ahead of a grueling campaign in front of them.

Both teams come into the game in fine form. Manchester City and Bayern clash today at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, as both teams look to build fitness ahead of a grueling campaign in front of them. The game will be a chance for some City fans to see the new players in action again, as well as a few of their favourites from last season too.

Follow our dedicated live blog from Green Bay as Manchester City look to make it two pre-season wins from two.

Arriving in East Manchester as a teenager, Sané needed a year to settle in before he really showcased his talent to the world. He will be hoping to capitalise on the departures of Gabriel Jesus and Raheem Sterling, with just Phil Foden to compete with for a left-wing spot this season. The Norwegian didn't warm up with the City team and wasn't dressed in training gear all night at NRG Park. But what about those City die-hards who don't live in Manchester, or the UK, or Europe for that matter? It is definitely a good time to get together, this time of the year is the best time for it. Kevin De Bruyne grabbed the headlines after their first pre-season victory over Club America, with the Belgian scoring both goals in a 2-1 win over their Mexican opposition. But with two senior defenders left at home and another missing the Club America friendly with illness, Phillips was called upon to make his City debut in defence, rather than midfield. However, Phillips is under no illusions that he will have to fight for his place, so perhaps those 15 minutes are a sign of things to come. Leroy Sane starts against his former club wearing the number ten supported by Alphonso Davies, with Serge Gnabry on the other side up against Josh Wilson-Esbrand. It’s a big night for the youngster, who Pep Guardiola named as a possible option to cover at left-back this season. A lot of fireworks are booming above the stadium to mark an hour before kick off. The opposition have a couple of familiar names in their ranks. The rain that was promised appears to have started as the players warm up.

One hour until kickoff: We have lineups! Julian Nagelsmann chooses to start a very strong lineup consisting of most of his main starters.

Even if you’re lagging behind the others, keep replying to the most recent call of the player’s name. It puts the newest comments at the top. It’s not necessary to have the whole comments loaded at one time while you’re just casually following along. Update: Game delayed due to thunderstorms at the ground. Go on that page and vote for Bavarian Football Works. We cannot lose to a Spurs pod! Given that both Bayern and City play their respective domestic supercup games in a week’s time, both teams should be at around the same level of preparation.

The eyes of the world will be on Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin for the anticipated Manchester City debut of Erling Haaland when the Premier League ...

— — — — — — — — Sat., July 23 Stefan Ortega, Kalvin Phillips and Julian Alvarez all made their Man City debuts in a 2-1 win over Club America and all will start on the bench against Bayern. There are also reports of more lightning in the area, but the match proceeds as normal. 12th min.: Haaland goal!

The eyes of the world will be on Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin for the anticipated Manchester City debut of Erling Haaland when the Premier League ...

— — — — — — — — Sat., July 23 Stefan Ortega, Kalvin Phillips and Julian Alvarez all made their Man City debuts in a 2-1 win over Club America and all will start on the bench against Bayern. There are also reports of more lightning in the area, but the match proceeds as normal. 12th min.: Haaland goal!

Manchester City faced Bayern Munich at Lambeau Field, Green Bay as Erling Haaland made his debut.

He seems to be a player transformed already in pre-season and dealt with Bayern's full-backs as he did with Club America's - by leaving them behind before getting a kick. Just like against Club America, De Bruyne led by example, winning the ball outside the area and feeding Grealish for the goal instead of shooting. Positionally, he looks to be playing a deeper role to accommodate for the new attacking options, but that's something he's done before and can do again. Considering he was dealing with Kingsley Coman and Thomas Muller, he did well enough defensively, and showed some impressive touches in attack, even testing the goalkeeper at one point. He will benefit from these two games, with his performance in Green Bay much more improved than in Houston - and against better opposition. One sliding block in particular almost certainly saved a goal.

Manchester City's pre-season friendly against Bayern Munich has been hit by delays due to a lightning storm in the area. With around 15 minutes to go before ...

With around 15 minutes to go before kick-off both City and Bayern players took to the pitch at Lambeau Field, an announcement was made that the game would be delayed. Fans meanwhile greeted the safety announcement with boos as they vacated their seats. Thank you for your co-operation."

The eyes of the world will be on Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin for the anticipated Manchester City debut of Erling Haaland when the Premier League ...

Stefan Ortega, Kalvin Phillips and Julian Alvarez all made their Man City debuts in a 2-1 win over Club America and all will start on the bench against Bayern. Bayern lost the ball plenty to Man City press and created very little. 5th min.: And now it's Jack Grealish with a an attempt. There are also reports of more lightning in the area, but the match proceeds as normal. Bayern Munich were bothered by the Man City press and often found it hard to get out of their own half. He drives a first-time shot into the ground which finishes wide left. He remains on the ground in despair. 40th min.: Haaland scores, but the flag comes up! Nothing comes of the corner. A reminder that due to the previous weather delay the match will feature two 40-minute halves. Halftime: That was a strong half from Manchester City with their new center forward. 41st min.: And just like that the second 40 minutes is underway.