Peterborough United and Manchester City are set to lock horns in the FA Cup fifth round this evening and we have all of the details you need to know about this fascinating encounter.
Some would say that this kind of game could not come at a worse time for the Posh, with Grant McCann's side on a poor run of form having yet to win a Championship game in 2022.
Meanwhile, Pep Guardiola and his squad will be in high spirits after their all-important victory against Everton last time out, which will have them galvanised going into this one.
Continue scrolling to find out all of the details ahead of Peterborough against Man City tonight.
What is the kick-off time for Peterborough vs Man City?
PETERBOROUGH, ENGLAND - JANUARY 08: General view inside the stadium before the Emirates FA Cup Third Round match between Peterborough United and Bristol Rovers at Weston Homes Stadium on January 08, 2022, in Peterborough, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)
Peterborough United and Manchester will get underway at the Weston Homes Stadium at 7:15 pm GMT.
How to Watch Peterborough vs Man City
Great news for viewers in the UK! Peterborough United against Manchester City will be broadcast live on ITV, STV and The ITV Hub - meaning that the game can be screened completely free of charge.
Team News
LUTON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 09: Grant McCann manager of Peterborough United during the EFL Checkatrade Trophy Third Round match between Luton Town and Peterborough United at Kenilworth Road on January 9, 2018, in Luton, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)
There are quite a few absentees for the Posh - with skipper Oliver Norburn suspended and Callum Norton cup-tied.
Dan Butler and Jack Taylor miss out with ankle and hamstring injuries, while Mark Beevers could make a return to the squad for the first time since January. Although McCann did reveal (via Peterborough's official website) that he could make some changes with his side having to play Huddersfield Town in the Championship on Friday evening.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 26: Pep Guardiola, Manager of Manchester City reacts during the Premier League match between Everton and Manchester City at Goodison Park on February 26, 2022, in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images)
Kyle Walker is out for the Premier League champions and goalkeeper Zach Steffen is also out.
Youngsters such as Cole Palmer could get a runout in this game as Guardiola's side are expected to field a similarly strong line-up as they did against Fulham in the fourth round.
Predicted Peterborough XI: Benda, Beevers, Edwards, Kent, Ward, Fuchs, Brown, Burrows, Poku, Clarke-Harris, Marriott
Predicted Man City XI: Ederson, Stones, Dias, Ake, Cancelo, De Bruyne, Rodri, Gundogan, Palmer, Grealish, Jesus
Head to Head
Peterborough and Man City have only previously met each one competitively, which back in February 1981, once again in the FA Cup.
The Citizens came out on top on the day with a 1-0 victory in Cambridgeshire and would go on to reach the final against Tottenham Hotspur where they lost after extra time.
What are the odds?
Here are the odds that various bookmakers are offering:
- Man City: 1/10
- Draw: 14/1
- Peterborough: 45/1
Prediction
Taking into account Peterborough's recent form, it will be an uphill battle for the Posh having not won in the league since December.
Guardiola's men are in fine form. Arguably the best team in the country at the moment, it should be nothing but a City win. However, this is the FA Cup, where anything can happen.
Prediction: Peterborough 0-4 Man City
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