Manchester City to break Etihad Stadium attendance record in Aston Villa finale
Manchester City is set to break the attendance record at the Etihad Stadium during their final match against Aston Villa. The North Stand has passed all operational checks, allowing for full capacity for the first time. This match also serves as a farewell for manager Pep Guardiola and departing players Bernardo Silva and John Stones.
- ▪The Etihad Stadium will host its largest ever football capacity for the match against Aston Villa.
- ▪Manchester City lost the Premier League title to Arsenal earlier in the week.
- ▪The North Stand expansion has successfully passed operational checks for full capacity.
- ▪This match marks a farewell for manager Pep Guardiola and key players leaving the club.
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