While the importance of this fixture is up for debate, the traditional curtain raiser to the Premier League season has not been kind to City over the last few years.
Adding another crown, albeit one that perhaps shouldn't be taken too seriously, should raise confidence heading into the new season.
In form: Erling Haaland scored a hat-trick against Chelsea in Ohio.
After a slow pre-season, City looked strong against Chelsea last time out and look favourites to win the derby.
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