Manchester City will be hosting Liverpool again this season in the 2026 FA Cup quarter-finals. Softfootball believes this is a great test for Liverpool Football Club. The first game after the international break is always tricky, especially as Manchester City have already defeated Liverpool multiple times this season.
It is time for Arne Slot to step up, as Mohamed Salah is expected to leave Liverpool at the end of the season. Liverpool are also out of the Premier League title race, meaning their only realistic chances of winning trophies are now the Champions League and the FA Cup.
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson will be missing this clash, which is a big blow for the team. However, players like Jeremie Frimpong and Alexander Isak are back in training, and Slot is expected to make a late decision on their availability before the match.
Manchester City, on the other hand, will be confident going into this game, especially playing at the Etihad Stadium. Many fans believe Liverpool may struggle to defeat City away from home.
There are also some uncertainties within the City squad, as Bernardo Silva is expected to leave at the end of the season, while Rodri’s future at the club is still unclear. Meanwhile, City goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma will be looking to put in a strong performance after missing out on qualification for the 2026 World Cup.
