Maresca's New Rule Blocks Haaland from Man City Captaincy

A bizarre new rule at the Etihad means Haaland will never wear the armband.

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What happened. Enzo Maresca has introduced a rule at Man City that prevents Erling Haaland from becoming the club's new captain.

• Haaland has committed his long-term future to Man City.
• The rule is implemented at the Etihad Stadium by Maresca.
• Haaland will not be captain under Maresca.

The rule reshapes the captaincy hierarchy, leaving Haaland's leadership role at the club in question.

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