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Celtic Stuns Manchester City 4-3 in Pre-Season Clash

Nicolas Kuhn, Luis Palma Shine for Bhoys

Academy Stars Feature in Manchester City's Defeat

In a thrilling pre-season encounter, Celtic pulled off an upset with a 4-3 victory over Manchester City in North Carolina. Nicolas Kuhn netted a brace, while Luis Palma's 68th-minute strike proved decisive.

Manchester City, playing their first match of their United States pre-season tour, started with a host of academy stars. Despite the youthful lineup, City began brightly and took an early lead. However, Celtic fought back valiantly and turned the tide in their favor.

The match featured high-intensity action and end-to-end play. Both teams showcased their attacking prowess and created numerous chances throughout the 90 minutes.

Celtic's victory highlights the strength of their squad ahead of the upcoming season. Kuhn and Palma's performances will be particularly encouraging for manager Ange Postecoglou.

For Manchester City, the result serves as a reminder of the work that needs to be done in preparation for the new campaign. However, their young players gained valuable experience and will have the opportunity to learn from the defeat.

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