Sir Howard Bernstein tribute, Rodri interview, Gallagher feature

Today sees us pay tribute to the Club’s former Honorary President, Sir Howard Bernstein, dedicating our match to a lifelong City fan and a man who made such a significant contribution to the city of Manchester throughout his extraordinary career.

City unveiled a mosaic at the Etihad Stadium this weekend ahead of the Arsenal game in memory of Sir Howard - the mosaic taking inspiration from a memorable photo of Sir Howard selected by his family.

And that mosaic forms the basis of the front cover of the programme while there will also be content within its pages to mark the matchday for Sir Howard.

We also have a main player interview with Rodri.

Our influential midfield ace talks about his success at Euro 2024, the benefits of extra rest over the summer before returning to action with City as well as his nomination in the prestigious Ballon d’Or.

Noel Gallagher also talks in the City v Arsenal matchday programme, giving his verdict on the new Definitely City kit that was worn for the first time in the Inter Milan UEFA Champions League game.

Gallagher reveals he jumped at the chance of co-designing the new kit, which draws inspiration from debut Oasis album Definitely Maybe that was released 30 years ago.

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Formers Gunners striker Alan Smith provides us with his City Nightmare XI – the best Blues players he came up against in his illustrious career while our new Cover Stars feature looks back at the front of the City v Arsenal edition of the matchday programme from September 2009 – a game remembered for an iconic goal and celebration!

We have the usual favourites like Pep Guardiola’s manager notes, our ‘In the City’ news spreads, match report for the Inter draw and Mike Summerbee’s Buzzer column.

But we also bring you ‘Six Degrees of Separation’ charting a course between stars of both teams and a tier list feature highlighting five legends from our visitors including Thierry Henry, Ian Wright and Dennis Bergkamp.

Matchday Live commentator Alistair Mann brings you his new ‘Mann of the Match’ column while Dr Gary James takes a look at ‘One Moment in Time’.

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There’s also a focus on what’s happening across our other teams - EDS, Under-18s and Women’s - as well as plenty of pages for the kids to get their teeth into.

Make sure you get your hands on the official matchday programme, which costs £4, because it really is the perfect way to get you in the mood for the big game.

As well as being available for purchase at the ground, supporters who may not be able to attend the game can also order it online.

What’s more, fans will also be able to order a programme subscription, with three bundle opportunities available.