Pellegrini Speaks About Cup Final Ahead Of UAE Fanzone Event

Manchester City FC manager Manuel Pellegrini has spoken to fans in the UAE about the chance for his team to win the first trophy of the season this Sunday in the Capital One Cup Final at Wembley.
 
It comes as the club have revealed a special free-of-charge Fanzone event will be held at Zayed Sports City in Abu Dhabi for the big game.
 
The Fanzone is open to all supporters and starts at 5.15pm with the game kicking off at 6pm.
 
Responding to questions from members of the official Sky Blue membership scheme in the UAE, Pellegrini said it will be a major day for everyone at Manchester City.
 
“A cup final is always special and this one is a chance for us to take a very positive step forward this season,” he said.
 
“Do we talk about winning trophies all the time? No, we don’t and that is the correct way to do things.
 
“Manchester City is now a major club and only at the end of the season can you look at what you have done. That is the time to celebrate."
 
When asked about Manchester City’s chances in the Champions League he added: “People will keep talking about the Barcelona game, but we are still in that competition.
 
“The Capital One Cup gives us a chance to lift everyone and then we go from there and hopefully keep improving.
 
“And of course the League is a truly important trophy as it shows what you have achieved over the full season. Again, this cup final will help us with that part of the season.”
 
For several seasons, Manchester City have organised FanZone events at Zayed Sports City for major matches.
 
This one will be outdoors on Football Pitch One, which is next to the tennis stadium, with refreshments available through the evening.
 
Pellegrini said: “It was wonderful to see so many City fans on my recent trip to Abu Dhabi and they will once again be really supporting us in this Cup final I am sure.”
 
All fan enquiries go to skyblue@mcfc.co.uk