Man City could hand breakout stars four places for Manchester United rematch
manchestereveningnews.co.ukManchester City weren't at their best for their last game of the season and neither will they for the first game of the new season.
Tired for the FA Cup Final against Manchester United at Wembley in May, Pep Guardiola's side will not have had much time together at all when they head down to London in August to play...Manchester United at Wembley.
City do not have the best record in the Community Shield - they have the lost the last three in a row - in part because it is used as preparations for more important competitions.
That said, it can still serve as a valuable springboard - particularly for youngsters. Cole Palmer and Sam Edozie have used the Wembley showpiece to progress their careers, while even an appearance in the squad can be useful. READ MORE: Man City may have to turn to rare transfer rule for Ederson this summer READ MORE: 'Outstanding, exceptional talent' - City wildcard who could catch Pep's eye This summer, with a host of absences on their pre-season tour owing to commitments at the European Championship, Copa America and Olympics, up to four youngsters look to have a chance of making Guardiola's squad in under three weeks in a game that will raise the curtain on the new campaign.
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