Enzo Maresca has made an outstanding start to life at Manchester City, continuing the club’s winning run with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Ipswich Town at the Etihad Stadium.
The Italian manager, who succeeded Pep Guardiola in June 2026, has reportedly become the first manager in Premier League history to win all seven of his opening league matches in charge of a club. His impressive start has strengthened optimism surrounding City’s new era following Guardiola’s departure.
City’s latest victory was secured through goals from Phil Foden and an Erling Haaland brace. Ipswich responded through Daizen Maeda and a late Zian Flemming penalty, but Maresca’s side held on to collect all three points.
The result extended City’s perfect Premier League start to seven wins, with the team scoring 19 goals and conceding just six across those matches. Their victories have included impressive results against Liverpool and Bournemouth, demonstrating their ability to deliver consistently against different opponents.
Maresca’s achievement surpasses the previous record of six consecutive opening league wins set by managers including Guardiola at Manchester City. The milestone gives the Italian an early place in Premier League history and strengthens his reputation following his appointment at the Etihad.
However, the narrow victory over Ipswich also highlighted areas for improvement. City allowed the visitors back into the contest twice and had to withstand late pressure after Flemming’s penalty reduced the deficit to one goal.
For Maresca, the immediate priority will be maintaining momentum while ensuring his side remains defensively disciplined. With confidence growing and results continuing to go their way, Manchester City have made an emphatic start to life under their new manager.
The seven-match record is an impressive early achievement, but sustaining that form across the full season will be the greater challenge as City pursue another Premier League title.