Omar Marmoush Scores Twice as Manchester City Defeats Atletico Madrid in Seoul Friendly

In a thrilling conclusion to their Asia Tour, Manchester City faced Atletico Madrid in Seoul on August 9, where Omar Marmoush emerged as the star of the match, scoring both goals in a 2-1 victory. The Egyptian striker, who had previously been linked with a transfer to Atletico, showcased his skills by leveling the match in the 57th minute before putting City ahead shortly after.

Marmoush, who joined Manchester City from Eintracht Frankfurt in January 2025 for approximately €75 million, has quickly established himself as a key player in the team's attack. His performance against Atletico, managed by Diego Simeone, highlighted his ability to penetrate one of Europe's toughest defenses.

This friendly was Manchester City’s third and final match of their pre-season tour, following a draw against Inter Milan and a win over the K-League All Stars. Under the management of Enzo Maresca, City is looking to build on their summer signings and develop a cohesive attacking strategy ahead of the upcoming season.