Newcastle United is set to face Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday, looking to make a remarkable comeback and continue their Carabao Cup title defense.
The Magpies face a tough task as they try to overcome a 2–0 deficit from the first leg. Manager Eddie Howe is urging his team to channel the determination that won them the trophy last year. However, they must do this at a venue where they have historically had difficulty. After losing their 10-match cup winning streak to City in the first leg, they aim to avoid being only the third defending champions eliminated in the semi-finals.
Newcastle Team News
Eddie Howe is dealing with a significant injury situation. Notably, captain Bruno Guimarães is absent due to an ankle injury, joining Joelinton and Tino Livramento on the sidelines. As a result, Sandro Tonali and Jacob Ramsey are expected to take on more responsibility in midfield.
In a positive update, Sven Botman has passed his fitness test and will lead the defense. Nick Pope will remain in goal, supported by defenders Malick Thiaw and Dan Burn. Joe Willock steps in for Guimarães in midfield. In attack, Anthony Gordon will play on the wing alongside Harvey Barnes, while Yoane Wissa is anticipated to spearhead the attack as Newcastle aims for early goals against a City defense that has shown weaknesses this season.
Newcastle Predicted Lineup
Newcastle predicted XI: Pope; Trippier, Thiaw, Burn, Hall; Willock, Tonali, Ramsey; Barnes, Wissa, Gordon
When will the match kick off?
The Carabao Cup semi-final will take place at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday, 4 February 2026. Kick-off is set for 20:00 GMT.
How to watch Manchester City vs Newcastle?
In the UK, the match will be available live on Sky Sports Main Event, starting at 19:00 GMT for both TV and the Sky Go app.
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