diff --git a/core/src/com/unciv/logic/automation/SpecificUnitAutomation.kt b/core/src/com/unciv/logic/automation/SpecificUnitAutomation.kt
index fa0bad7817..96438cff5e 100644
--- a/core/src/com/unciv/logic/automation/SpecificUnitAutomation.kt
+++ b/core/src/com/unciv/logic/automation/SpecificUnitAutomation.kt
@@ -187,7 +187,7 @@ object SpecificUnitAutomation {
         }
 
         unit.movement.headTowards(bestCityLocation)
-        if (unit.getTile() == bestCityLocation)
+        if (unit.getTile() == bestCityLocation && unit.movement > 0)
             foundCityAction.action.invoke()
     }