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Man City’s Week Ahead: PSG Showdown, Ipswich Test and Women’s Return

Manchester City face a busy week across all levels of the club, with a UEFA Champions League showdown against Paris Saint-Germain, a Premier League clash with Ipswich Town and Manchester City Women returning to Women’s Super League action against Brighton.

The week also features press conferences from Enzo Maresca and women’s head coach Andrée Jeglertz, alongside a UEFA Youth League fixture for City’s Elite Development Squad.

For supporters in Zambia and across the region, here is the complete guide to the week’s schedule, with all times converted to Central Africa Time (CAT).

Tuesday: Maresca faces the media

14:30 CAT — Enzo Maresca and Player Press Conference

Manchester City’s preparations for their Champions League meeting with PSG begin with a pre-match press conference at the City Football Academy.

Maresca and a member of the first-team squad are scheduled to address the media, with the manager expected to provide the latest team news ahead of Wednesday’s European encounter.

Supporters will be able to follow the press conference through Manchester City’s official website and app, with a written review and video recap expected afterwards.

Wednesday: Double-header against PSG

16:00 CAT — Manchester City EDS vs Paris Saint-Germain

UEFA Youth League | Joie Stadium

Wednesday’s action begins with Manchester City’s Elite Development Squad taking on PSG in the UEFA Youth League.

The fixture gives City’s young players an opportunity to test themselves against European opposition. Live coverage is listed on CITY+, while updates and post-match highlights are expected through the club’s official academy channels.

21:00 CAT — Manchester City vs Paris Saint-Germain

UEFA Champions League | Etihad Stadium

The focus then shifts to the Etihad Stadium, where City’s first team are scheduled to host PSG in one of the week’s biggest fixtures.

The European encounter will be a major test for Maresca’s side as they look to deliver a strong performance against the French club.

Supporters in the United Kingdom can check TNT Sports 1 for coverage, while fans in Zambia and other territories should consult their local broadcasters for viewing options.

Manchester City will also provide live updates through their official Matchday Centre and app, with a comprehensive match report, highlights and post-match reaction expected after the final whistle.

Fans can additionally follow the club’s Matchday Live programme for pre-match discussion and post-match analysis.

Friday: Final preparations for the weekend

14:30 CAT — Enzo Maresca Press Conference

Maresca returns to the media ahead of Manchester City’s Premier League fixture against Ipswich Town.

The press conference is expected to provide an update on the squad and preparations for Saturday’s encounter at the Etihad Stadium.

15:30 CAT — Andrée Jeglertz Press Conference

Manchester City Women’s head coach Andrée Jeglertz is also scheduled to address journalists ahead of the team’s return to WSL action.

City Women face Brighton on Sunday following the international break, with Jeglertz expected to discuss preparations for the fixture and the latest team news.

Both press conferences are scheduled to take place at the City Football Academy.

Saturday: Ipswich Town visit the Etihad

17:00 CAT — Manchester City vs Ipswich Town

Premier League | Etihad Stadium

Manchester City’s men’s first team return to Premier League action on Saturday when they welcome Ipswich Town to the Etihad Stadium.

The fixture provides another opportunity for City to collect valuable league points in front of their home supporters as the domestic campaign continues.

According to the supplied schedule, the match will not be shown live in the United Kingdom. Supporters can follow the action through Manchester City’s official Matchday Centre and app, with a match report, highlights and further coverage expected after full-time.

Sunday: City Women return against Brighton

16:30 CAT — Manchester City Women vs Brighton

Women’s Super League | Joie Stadium

Manchester City Women bring the week to a close when they host Brighton in the Women’s Super League.

Following the international break, City will be looking to return to club football with a positive performance in front of their home supporters.

The fixture is listed for live coverage on BBC Two, BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website in the United Kingdom. Fans outside the UK should check local listings for broadcast availability.

Supporters will also be able to follow key moments through Manchester City Women’s official Matchday Centre and social media channels. Match reports, reaction and highlights are expected after the final whistle.

How to follow Manchester City this week

Supporters can keep up with the club’s activities through Manchester City’s official website and app, which provide press conference coverage, live match updates, reports and highlights.

The supplied schedule lists CITY+ for the UEFA Youth League fixture, TNT Sports 1 for the Champions League match in the UK, and BBC platforms for City Women’s meeting with Brighton.

Broadcast availability may differ by country, so fans in Zambia should check local television listings and official competition broadcasters for confirmation.

A packed week across the club

From a European showdown against PSG to a Premier League home fixture against Ipswich Town, Manchester City’s men’s first team have an important week ahead. City Women will also return to domestic competition, while the Elite Development Squad take on PSG in European youth football.

With fixtures spread across several competitions, City supporters will have plenty to follow from Tuesday through Sunday.