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Manchester City vs Southampton – Match preview and team news
TL;DR
Manchester City faces Southampton at Wembley for a chance to reach the FA Cup final. City leads the Premier League and is on a five-game winning streak, while Southampton boasts a twenty-match unbeaten run.
Key points
- Manchester City and Southampton clash at Wembley
- A spot in the FA Cup final is at stake
- Manchester City is on a five-game winning streak
- Southampton has a twenty-match unbeaten run
- Southampton aims for promotion and an FA Cup final appearance
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Manchester City vs Southampton – Match preview and team news
Manchester City and Southampton clash at Wembley on Saturday with a spot in the FA Cup final at stake.
The Sky Blues sit top of the Premier League after a hard-fought midweek victory at Burnley. They aim to become the first team to reach four consecutive FA Cup finals. Pep Guardiola’s side arrive in London on a five-game winning streak. However, they face a resilient Southampton side currently enjoying a twenty-match unbeaten run.
The Saints enter the national stadium after stunning Arsenal in the quarter-finals. Tonda Eckert has transformed the Championship club into a genuine force this season. They are chasing promotion and an FA Cup final appearance simultaneously. Southampton have lost eight of their last eleven matches at Wembley. That said, they won their last visit during the 2024 play-off final.
Manchester City vs Southampton – Match preview and team news
- Date: Saturday, 25 April 2026
- Kick-off: 17:15 BST
- Venue: Wembley Stadium, London
- Referee: Craig Pawson
- VAR: Tony Harrington
- Last Meeting: Southampton 0–0 Manchester City (10 May 2025, Premier League)
Team news
Manchester City
Rodri is the primary injury concern following a groin problem sustained against Arsenal. Ruben Dias and Josko Gvardiol remain sidelined and will miss this trip to Wembley. is expected to start in goal for the seven-time winners. might be rested as Guardiola manages heavy squad fatigue.
Q&A
What is the significance of the Manchester City vs Southampton match?
The match is crucial as it determines who advances to the FA Cup final, with Manchester City aiming for their fourth consecutive final appearance.
How has Southampton performed recently leading up to the match?
Southampton is on a twenty-match unbeaten run and recently defeated Arsenal in the quarter-finals of the FA Cup.
What is Manchester City's recent form before the match against Southampton?
Manchester City is currently at the top of the Premier League and has won their last five matches.
