Liverpool XI vs Manchester City – Predicted lineup and team news

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·4. April 2026

Liverpool XI vs Manchester City – Predicted lineup and team news

Liverpool travel to the Etihad Stadium today, aiming to secure their 26th FA Cup semi-final appearance.

The Reds have moved into the quarter-finals after a fifth-round win at Wolves. Manager Arne Slot oversaw a clean sheet in his last FA Cup outing. Liverpool have won each of their last four FA Cup meetings with City.

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They have not lost to the Citizens in this competition since 1973. Liverpool have won 17 of their last 19 quarter-final ties. They will look for another clinical display to progress at the Etihad today.

Liverpool team news

Arne Slot manages a squad receiving positive news on its legendary attacker. Mohamed Salah is fit to start after an injury scare. Consequently, he seeks to score in his fourth consecutive FA Cup appearance.

Alexander Isak returns to the matchday squad after 101 days on the sidelines. Notably, Jeremie Frimpong is also available for selection. Alisson Becker remains out, so Giorgi Mamardashvili starts in goal.

Giorgi Mamardashvili will start behind a back four anchored by Virgil van Dijk. In midfield, Alexis Mac Allister and Ryan Gravenberch should provide the platform. Florian Wirtz and Cody Gakpo will support Salah and Hugo Ekitike in the final third. Notably, Curtis Jones aims to score in his third successive round today.