# Manchester City vs Liverpool FA Cup QF Match Preview, Prediction, Teams & How to Watch?

URL: https://technosports.co.in/manchester-city-vs-liverpool-fa-cup-qf-match/  
Published: 2026-03-29  
Updated: 2026-03-29  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

The [FA Cup](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FA_Cup) doesn’t get bigger than this. **Manchester City host Liverpool** in the **FA Cup Quarter-Final** at the **Etihad Stadium** on **Saturday, April 4, 2026**, with kick-off at **12:45 PM GMT (6:15 PM IST)**. [Heavy](https://heavy.com/sports/cricket/rcb-srh-ipl-predictions-weather-xi/) Cup holders City, fresh off lifting the EFL Cup, face a Liverpool side desperate to salvage something from a disappointing domestic season. Only one moves on to Wembley.

## Manchester City vs Liverpool — Match Info at a Glance

| Detail | Info |
| --- | --- |
| **Match** | FA Cup 2025–26 Quarter-Final |
| **Teams** | Manchester City vs Liverpool |
| **Date & Time** | April 4, 2026 — 12:45 PM GMT / 6:15 PM IST |
| **Venue** | Etihad Stadium, Manchester |
| **Man City Manager** | Pep Guardiola |
| **Liverpool Manager** | Arne Slot |
| **Win Probability** | City 55.6% — Draw 25% — Liverpool 26.3% |
| **Live TV (India)** | Sony Sports Ten 2 |
| **Live Streaming** | SonyLIV App & Website |

## Predicted Lineups

**Manchester City (4-2-3-1):** Trafford; Nunes, Stones, Khusanov, Ake; O’Reilly, Rodri; Silva, Doku, Semenyo; Haaland. Only absentee: Josko Gvardiol (shin).

**Liverpool (4-2-3-1):** Becker; Gomez, Van Dijk, Robertson, Szoboszlai; Mac Allister, Gravenberch; Jones, Salah, Gakpo; Ekitike.

![Manchester City vs Liverpool](https://images.technosports.co.in/2026/03/svvsvdvdv-1024x644.webp)

## Team Form & Key Players

**Manchester City** arrive on the back of EFL Cup glory. Pep Guardiola became the first manager to win the League Cup five times after City’s 2-0 final win over Arsenal — and they followed it up with a clinical 3-1 away win at Newcastle in the FA Cup fifth round. Nico O’Reilly has scored four times in six appearances, while Antoine Semenyo has been a revelation since his January arrival. Jeremy Doku adds pace and trickery that few defences can contain. [Heavy](https://heavy.com/sports/cricket/rcb-srh-ipl-predictions-weather-xi/)

**Liverpool**, meanwhile, need a response. Inconsistency has defined their Premier League season, but Arne Slot still has Mohamed Salah — who has scored twice in his previous four appearances against City — alongside the energetic Curtis Jones, who has scored in every round of this FA Cup campaign. Liverpool must disrupt City’s passing rhythm early or risk being overrun.

## Head-to-Head & Prediction

In previous FA Cup meetings at the Etihad, Liverpool have surprisingly held an edge — but the Reds are not the same force as in previous seasons. City’s home advantage, Guardiola’s big-game pedigree, and the electric Etihad atmosphere make them firm favourites. [Heavy](https://heavy.com/sports/cricket/rcb-srh-ipl-predictions-weather-xi/)

**Prediction: Manchester City 2–1 Liverpool** — A pulsating contest, but City’s depth and home form should see them through to the semi-finals.

For all FA Cup quarter-final previews, Premier League standings and live match coverage, explore [TechnoSports’ football section](https://www.technosports.co.in). Also read our dedicated [Erling Haaland goal tracker and Manchester City form guide for 2026](https://www.technosports.co.in).

## FAQs

### **Q: Where can I watch Manchester City vs Liverpool FA Cup live in India?**

The match is available live on Sony Sports Ten 2 in India, with streaming on the SonyLIV app and website. Kick-off is at 6:15 PM IST on April 4, 2026.

### **Q: Who are the key players to watch in Manchester City vs Liverpool FA Cup QF?**

Watch out for City’s Jeremy Doku and Antoine Semenyo for pace and flair, while Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah — with two goals in four previous City appearances — and Curtis Jones, who has scored in every FA Cup round this season, are the biggest threats.