Manchester City host Newcastle United during the return match of their Carabao Cup semi-final tonight, and Pep GuardiolaThe Madrid team already has one foot in the final and defends its two-goal lead.
THE The Cityzens beat Newcastle 2-0 at St James’ Park three weeks ago to prepare for a fifth League Cup final under Guardiola, although they still have to get the job done at the Etihad against a side who can cause any team problems.
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While City have struggled in recent weeks, particularly in the second half of draw against Tottenhamtonight they face a Magpies side who have been in poor form of late, with that previous defeat to City meaning their Carabao Cup defense is hanging by a thread before kick-off.
Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the match.
When will Manchester City v Newcastle take place?
The match will take place on Wednesday February 4 at the Etihad Stadium, Manchester. Kick-off is set for 8 p.m. GMT.
How can I watch it?
UK viewers can watch the match on Sky Sports Main Event as well as on ITV1. Fans can also stream the game on Sky Go, if you have a subscription, and ITVX.
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Team News
Summer signing Rayan Cherki remains main injury problem for hosts after suffering a knock against Spurs, while Ruben Dias will face a late fitness test after returning to training this week.
Savio, John Stones and Jeremy Doku are set to return later this month, while Mateo Kovacic and Josko Gvardiol remain long-term absentees.
For the Magpies, Bruno Guimaraes and Lewis Miley are likely to miss out, although Sven Botman has been declared fit. Joelinton and Emil Krafth are expected to return later this month, while Tino Livramento and Fabian Schar are likely to be out until March and April respectively.
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Planned lineups
Man City XI: Donnarumma; Nunes, Khusanov, Guehi, O’Reilly; Rodri, Semenyo, Silva, Foden, Ait-Nouri; Haaland.
Newcastle XI: Pope; Trippier, Thiaw, Botman, Hall; Willock, Tonali, Ramsey; Gordon, Wissa, Barnes.
