"Sports Column #84" 『Watch & Soccer』 【Watches worn by Manchester City FC players】

Good evening everyone.

*Source: https://www.reuters.com/lifestyle/grealish-says-his-best-is-yet-come-manchester-city-2022-09-29/

This time, the 84th edition, [Watches worn by Manchester City FC players ] We would like to get closer to the truth. What kind of watch is he wearing?

So let's kick off right away!

Jack Grealish

*Source: https://desporto.sapo.pt/futebol/premier-league/artigos/jack-grealish-ter-uma-etiqueta-with-a-preco-de-100-milhoes-faz-with-que-as-pessoas-se-questionem-se-vales-aquele-dinheiro-todo

Jack Grealish is an idol of the team due to his handsome looks.

Grealish uses his speedy dribbling to confuse opponents and approach the goal with ease. His characteristically fine touch makes it seem as if the ball is glued to his feet, and his ball-keeping ability at the front line is the best in the Premier League. He also has a strong presence in defence, blocking opponents' attacks with his tenacious defence and bringing stability to his team.

The watch worn by Grealish is

[Patek Philippe]
"Aquanaut"
"Ref.5168G-010"

*Source: https://www.patek.com/en/collection/aquanaut/5168G-010
*Source: https://www.instagram.com/p/CfuIpZnDdyZ/

The Aquanaut is Patek Philippe's most popular model after the Nautilus.

The dial and tropical band are the same khaki green, giving it a sporty and casual impression, but the 18KWG (white gold) case gives it a sense of solidity. The case size is 42.2mm , and it has been nicknamed "Jumbo," making it an extremely striking piece when worn .

Bernardo Silva

*Source: https://www.sport.es/en/news/barca/at-barcelona-they-think-its-very-hard-to-sign-bernardo-silva-88439538

The Portuguese magician, Bernardo Silva .

Silva captivates the audience with his ability to run up and down the pitch on both offense and defense, and to beat opponents in an instant with his delicate touch on the ball. What is particularly noteworthy is his wide field of vision and the accuracy of his passes. It is no exaggeration to say that his ability to always know where everyone is on the pitch and send accurate passes is world class.

The watch that Silva wears is

[Audemars Piguet]
"Royal Oak Automatic"
"Ref.15400ST.OO.1220ST.01"

*Source: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bw7gX7Rh_3B/
*Source: https://diamondclubmiami.com/products/royal-oak-self-winding-ref-15400st-oo-1220st-01-a

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak is a model that laid the foundation for luxury sports models.

The combination of stainless steel and a black dial gives this watch a simple and rugged impression, and the case diameter has been increased from the previous 39mm to 41mm, making it more impactful when worn. The movement uses Audemars Piguet's core movement "Cal.3120", which was born in 2003 , and has been significantly improved in specifications from the base "Cal.920". This is a classic luxury watch that is not only stylish but also practical.

Mateo Kovacic (player)

*Source: https://esteemedkompany.com/2023/08/21/mateo-kovacic-has-slotted-into-the-manchester-city-midfield-seamlessly/

Mateo Kovacic is known as a promising Croatian player .

Kovacic dominates the midfield with his excellent ball-keeping ability, which allows him to not lose the ball easily even when surrounded. His through passes that cut through the opponent's defensive line and his audacious dribbling are unpredictable not only to the opposing players but also to the spectators, and his playing style is reminiscent of Andres Iniesta, who is known as the " greatest player in Spanish history. " He is the central player of the team.

The watch that Kovacic wears is

[Rolex][Rolex] The ever-popular model "Daytona".

The stainless steel bezel has been changed to a Cerachrom bezel, which is more corrosion-resistant and scratch-resistant, giving this watch a more masculine design. However, it was discontinued when a new model was announced at "Watches and Wonders 2023" held in March 2023. With the new model "Ref. 126500LN" now available in Japan, this is the model that the industry is most interested in seeing future developments.

Ruben Dias (player)

*Source: https://spysports.net/ruben-dias-de-manchester-city-nomme-joueur-de-la-saison-en-premier-league

Ruben Dias inspires the team with his down-to-earth play.

Diaz excels in positioning and passing accuracy, and excels at build-up play. His ability to use both short and long passes allows him to freely control the flow of the game. Not only that, he also excels in physical strength and speed, and boasts unrivaled strength in man-to-man defense. He is an indispensable player who supports the team with his tenacious defense.

The watch that Diaz wears is

[Patek Philippe]
"Nautilus"
"Ref.5711/1R-001"

*Source: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cwi4P-RKVSr/?
*Source: https://www.thewatchbox.com/shop/Patek-Philippe-Nautilus-5711-1R-001.html

The Nautilus is known as the pinnacle of luxury sports watches.

The combination of the brown-black gradation dial and rose gold case gives this watch an elegant and noble impression, and the movement "Cal.324 SC" ensures more stable accuracy, and the beautiful movement can be admired through the sapphire crystal see-through case back. We regularly carry this model in our shop, and it is so popular that it always sells out immediately.

summary

How was today's match?

This time too, we hope you will learn what kind of watches are worn by Manchester City FC players and become at least a little interested in luxury watches.

So, which sportsman's watch will we focus on next time? Please wait with excitement!