After the victory in the Carabao Cup final and the latest international break in the current season, Manchester City will face one of their main rivals – Liverpool – in the quarter-finals of the FA Cup.
Josh Webb, an expert from cityxtra.co.uk, which covers City’s activities in detail, analyzed which players Josep Guardiola is likely to use in the match scheduled for April 4. According to the expert, the “Citizens” will field the following lineup for the FA Cup quarter-final match at Etihad Stadium.
James Trafford – a goalkeeper who debuted for the England national team, thanks to three consecutive saves in the Carabao Cup final, can ensure City’s goal is protected. He aims to further improve his effectiveness in cup matches.
Mateus Nunes – an important player in the starting lineup as a wing-back, has shown excellent performances. Considering the strength of the opponent, he remains a safe and effective option.
Abdukodir Khusanov – twice chosen as the club’s Player of the Month this season, with his speed and strength, he is the ideal response to Liverpool’s attackers capable of causing problems for any defense.
Nathan Ake – showed excellent performance in the Carabao Cup final and can operate at a high level in the most important matches.
Ryan Ait-Nouri – although he remained on the bench in the last match, his current form makes him a good candidate for the starting lineup; his speed allows him to break through the opponent’s defense.
Nico Gonzalez – showed excellent performances at the start of the season; if Rodri leaves the club in the summer, he can establish himself as City’s main defensive midfielder.
Nico O’Reilly and Bernardo Silva – played decisive roles in many key matches. In the cup, they are considered the most suitable candidates to manage the midfield effectively.
Savio – despite receiving criticism, he has demonstrated his potential in recent matches and may have an even greater impact in the fifth round of the FA Cup.
Umar Marmoush – limited to the role of a substitute for most of the season, but has the opportunity to participate in the starting lineup for the cup match.
Jeremy Doku – despite an injury at the start of the season, remains a suitable candidate for the starting lineup in the match against Liverpool.
Starting lineup: Trafford; Nunes, Khusanov, Ake, Ait-Nouri; Nico, O’Reilly, Bernardo; Savio, Marmoush, Doku.
Substitutes: Donnarumma, Dias, Gehi, Rodri, Reinders, Foden, Semenyo, Sherki, Haaland.
For fans, the most interesting thing is that in this match Guardiola’s team will test new strategic and tactical combinations. Every player must prove themselves, because in recent games goals have often come from other positions, and in the FA Cup every action is of great importance for victory.
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