Man City turn UEFA dream into a nightmare before Champions League begins
manchestereveningnews.co.ukManchester City hosting Inter in the first round of the new Champions League is exactly what UEFA wanted. Two European heavyweights who contested the final in 2023 now meeting at the very earliest opportunity thanks to a revamped seeding system that offers the top teams less protection at the beginning.
Two league champions - and City the most watched team in world football for the last two seasons - fighting it out looks like the most high-profile tie of the opening fixtures.
Unfortunately for UEFA, their excitement doesn't seem to be shared. The return of the Champions League, this Champions League, has been met with more grumbles than grins. ALSO READ: 'No other option' - Rodri expects drastic action from Man City stars ALSO READ: Guardiola makes Erling Haaland joke with Real Madrid record in sight City fans were less than thrilled to see the prices for the opening fixture well up on what previous group games have been.
Even if it is more reflective of the opposition, some regulars have been turned off knowing they have to budget for at least one extra match this season with the new format.
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