Man City vs Liverpool Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest FA Cup Odds
A highly anticipated FA Cup quarter-final tie sees high-flying Manchester City, currently ranked 2nd in the tournament, prepare to host their fierce rivals Liverpool, who sit 4th, in a blockbuster clash on Friday 4th April, 11:45 GMT. Both sides will be looking to advance in the prestigious competition as the 2025/2026 season continues to heat up.
OC Staff - April 4, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT
3 Minute ReadMan City vs Liverpool: Lineups, Team News and Prediction
A highly anticipated FA Cup quarter-final tie sees high-flying Manchester City, currently ranked 2nd in the tournament, prepare to host their fierce rivals Liverpool, who sit 4th, in a blockbuster clash on Friday 4th April, 11:45 GMT. Both sides will be looking to advance in the prestigious competition as the 2025/2026 season continues to heat up.
Man City vs Liverpool Form
The Citizens enter this FA Cup encounter following a 2-0 defeat to Arsenal in the League Cup in their most recent outing. Looking at their last six matches across all competitions, Pep Guardiola's men have endured a mixed run. Prior to the League Cup exit, they saw a Premier League fixture against Crystal Palace postponed. Before that, they suffered a 2-1 home loss to Real Madrid in the Champions League, followed by a 1-1 draw against West Ham in the Premier League. Their Champions League campaign also saw a 3-0 away defeat to Real Madrid, but they did secure a 3-1 FA Cup victory over Newcastle.
Liverpool's last match saw them fall to a 2-1 Premier League defeat against Brighton. The Reds' recent form, mirroring their opponents, has been inconsistent. Their last six games include that Premier League loss to Brighton, a dominant 4-0 home victory over Galatasaray in the Champions League, and a 1-1 Premier League draw against Tottenham. They also experienced a 1-0 Champions League defeat away to Galatasaray and secured a 3-1 FA Cup win over Wolves, followed by a 2-1 Premier League loss, also against Wolves.
Man City vs Liverpool Head to Head
The most recent encounter between these two titans saw Liverpool emerge victorious, beating Manchester City 2-1 in a Premier League clash back in February of the current 2025/2026 season.
Over their last six meetings across various competitions, the rivalry has been remarkably balanced. Both Manchester City and Liverpool have secured two victories each, with the remaining two matches ending in a draw, highlighting the intense and unpredictable nature of this fixture.
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Man City vs Liverpool Probable Lineups
Man City (4-2-3-1):
- Goalkeeper: Trafford
- Defenders: O'Reilly, Aké, Khusanov, Nunes
- Midfielders: Silva, Rodri
- Attacking Midfielders: Doku, Cherki, Semenyo
- Forward: Haaland
Liverpool (4-2-3-1):
- Goalkeeper: Mamardashvili
- Defenders: Kerkez, Dijk, Konaté, Gomez
- Midfielders: Mac Allister, Gravenberch
- Attacking Midfielders: Wirtz, Szoboszlai, Salah
- Forward: Ekitiké
Man City vs Liverpool Team News
Manchester City face a few defensive concerns ahead of this crucial tie. Gvardiol is sidelined due to injury, while both Dias and Stones are doubtful with hamstring and calf problems respectively. Manager Pep Guardiola is likely to field his strongest available eleven, potentially seeing Trafford retain his spot in goal.
Liverpool also contend with several absentees. Becker is injured and will miss out, meaning Mamardashvili is set to start between the sticks once again. Bradley, Endo, Isak, and Leoni are also unavailable due to injuries. There's better news regarding Salah, who is likely to return after missing the Brighton game with a fitness issue. However, Arne Slot has further injury concerns after Frimpong was forced off for the Netherlands, which could see Gomez start at right-back.
Prediction: Man City 2-1 Liverpool
Manchester City will return from the international break on a high after beating Arsenal in the League Cup final, keeping alive their hopes of a domestic treble. Pep Guardiola's side beat Liverpool in both Premier League meetings this term and have an impressive home record against English teams. The Citizens boast strengths in creating scoring chances and attacking down the wings, often employing a possession-based style with short passes. However, they have shown a weakness in protecting a lead.
This FA Cup quarter-final marks the first of two huge games in Liverpool's season, coming days before their Champions League last-eight clash against PSG. The Reds have only reached the FA Cup semi-finals once in the last 11 years. Liverpool's character highlights strengths in attacking set pieces and long shots, often opting for counter-attacks and an aggressive playing style. Their vulnerabilities include avoiding individual errors and defending against long shots. Given City's attacking prowess and home advantage, coupled with Liverpool's recent mixed form and injury concerns, a narrow home victory seems likely in what promises to be a fiercely contested encounter.
Best Bet: Both Teams to Score - Yes Click here to get the best odds at Caesars Sportsbook
Considering the predicted scoreline of 2-1 in favour of Manchester City, and the offensive capabilities of both sides, a strong betting angle is for both teams to find the back of the net. Manchester City's strength in creating chances and attacking down the wings, combined with Liverpool's ability to score from attacking set pieces and long shots, suggests that neither defence will have an easy ride. While both teams have shown defensive weaknesses, their attacking talents are undeniable, making 'Both Teams to Score - Yes' a highly plausible outcome for this high-stakes FA Cup clash.
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