MANCHESTER CITY head to Sheffield Wednesday, looking to continue their charge for a second cup win this season.
Pep Guardiola’s men scraped past Aston Villa on Sunday to claim a third-consecutive Carabao Cup title – and will now look to move a step closer in the FA Cup.
Pep Guardiola’s men prepared for the FA Cup clash by winning the Carabao Cup on SundayCredit: Getty Images – Getty
But between City and the quarter finals is the Championship outfit, who currently sit 12th in their table and hoping for a push towards the play-off places.
What time does Sheffield Wednesday vs Man City kick off?
This FA Cup fifth round clash will take place on Wednesday, March 4.
It will kick off at 7.45pm – that is 2.45pm in US.
The match will be held at Hillsborough.
What TV channel is it on and can I live stream it for FREE?
Sheffield Wednesday vs Man City will be shown live on BBC One, with coverage underway at 7.30pm.
This is a free-to-air channel, providing you have a valid TV licence – which is currently available for £154.50 a year.
You can also live stream the game via the BBC iPlayer and on TV Player.
Meanwhile, US viewers can catch the action on ESPN+.
What is the team news?
Manchester City’s injury list is decreasing, with just Aymeric Laporte their only main concern.
Leroy Sane is back in training but is expected to be rested for the FA Cup clash.
Meanwhile, Sheffield Wednesday will be missing loan signings Josh Windass and Connor Wickham due to the pair being cup-tied.
Steven Fletcher will return to action as he makes his injury comeback, but Moses Odubajo, Massimo Luongo and Adam Reach are all expected to miss out.
Stat attack!
- Sheffield Wednesday have not beaten Man City in 26 years – a run stretching 11 games
- The Owls’ have won the FA Cup on three occasions – last time coming in 1935
- City have only gone beyond the fifth round on two occasions in the lat five years
What are the odds?
Sheffield Wednesday have been given no hope against the reigning champions with a price of 16/1, according to Ladbrokes.
That compared to City who are 2/11 to ease through to the quarter finals.
It could be a busy evening for the Owls goalkeeper with Sergio Aguero just 10/1 to bag a hat-trick.
Yet, if you want to long punt, Wednesday are 25/1 to win with both teams scoring.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
