# Manchester City Suffer Defeat to Atletico Madrid in Final Pre-Season Match
Manchester City’s pre-season tour of Asia ended in disappointment as they suffered a 2-1 defeat to Atletico Madrid in Seoul, South Korea. The match was delayed by 40 minutes due to heavy rain, and it was the La Liga side who took the lead through Memphis Depay. Yannick Carrasco doubled Atletico’s advantage, and despite a late header from Ruben Dias, City were unable to find an equalizer.
## City Struggle to Break Down Atletico Madrid
Despite having nearly 59% possession, City struggled to break down their opponents. Kyle Walker, who has been linked with a move to Bayern Munich, hit the bar from 30 yards, while Erling Haaland and Phil Foden both went close in the first half. However, they were unable to find a way past Atletico’s defense, and the Spanish side held on for the win.
## City Face Arsenal in Community Shield
The defeat brings an end to City’s pre-season tour of Asia, and they will now turn their attention to the Community Shield against Arsenal at Wembley on Sunday, 6 August. It will be the first competitive match of the season for Pep Guardiola’s side, and they will be looking to get off to a winning start.
## Conclusion
Manchester City’s pre-season tour of Asia ended in disappointment as they suffered a 2-1 defeat to Atletico Madrid in Seoul. Despite having nearly 59% possession, City struggled to break down their opponents and were unable to find an equalizer. They will now turn their attention to the Community Shield against Arsenal at Wembley on Sunday, 6 August, and will be looking to get off to a winning start.