Manchester City supporters have voiced significant frustration regarding manager Enzo Maresca’s decision to omit Matheus Nunes from the starting lineup for their UEFA Champions League fixture against Paris Saint-Germain. Many fans took to social media to label the move as “really harsh” and unnecessary, arguing that the Portuguese international would have been a superior choice to fill the right-back role instead of Abdukodir Khusanov.
The defensive setup features Gianluigi Donnarumma in goal, supported by a backline of Ruben Dias and Marc Guehi in the center, with Khusanov and Josko Gvardiol occupying the full-back positions. In the midfield pivot, Enzo Maresca has selected Elliot Anderson and Enzo Fernandez, while Ryan Cherki operates in the attacking midfield role. The forward line consists of wingers Antoine Semenyo and Jeremy Doku, with Erling Haaland leading the attack.
Ahead of the match, the manager emphasized the need for total focus against the defending champions. Maresca also addressed his squad’s ongoing development, stating they are making progress in reaching a mutual understanding of his tactical requirements. City arrives at this encounter following a commanding 3-0 victory over Liverpool in their previous outing. He claimed that they are doing well to get on the same page and said.
This fixture carries added weight given the history between the two sides, as PSG secured a 4-2 victory when they last faced Manchester City during the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League season.
