Analysis of Manchester City vs Liverpool at 18:45 on April 04, FA Cup Quarter-Finals

03/04/2026 16:53:00 GoalGuru

Analysis and odds evaluation for Manchester City vs Liverpool at 18:45 on April 04. Prediction of the result, expected lineup, expert analysis of the match between Manchester City and Liverpool in the FA Cup quarter-finals.

Match Analysis: Manchester City vs Liverpool

Manchester City returns to the Etihad Stadium less than two weeks after clinching the EFL Cup, clearly in a buoyant mood. Earlier, Pep Guardiola's squad faced the risk of a disappointing season when they faltered in the Premier League and were eliminated from the Champions League. However, a convincing victory over Arsenal in the League Cup final helped them regain confidence and stabilize morale during a crucial period.

Manchester City's form in the FA Cup has also been particularly impressive. They have won 19 out of their last 21 matches in this competition and currently boast a streak of 17 consecutive home victories, a record that shows the Etihad remains a nearly impregnable fortress. If they defeat Liverpool, they will set a new record for consecutive home wins in the tournament's history.

Nhận định Manchester City vs Liverpool 18h45 ngày 04/04, tứ kết FA Cup - Ảnh 1.

On the other side, Liverpool enters this match amid considerable turbulence. The news that Mohamed Salah will leave the club at the end of the season has somewhat affected the team's morale. The Egyptian forward himself has not maintained his high performance level and his availability remains uncertain due to injury. Under Arne Slot, Liverpool has yet to establish the necessary stability, especially as they continue to exert themselves across multiple competitions.

Nevertheless, Liverpool cannot be underestimated as they still possess several quality attacking players like Wirtz, Gakpo, and Ekitike. Head-to-head history in the FA Cup also somewhat favors the visitors, as they have won in their last four away matches against Manchester City in this tournament. However, their lack of consistency and poor away form presents a significant challenge for The Kop.

Tactically, Guardiola is likely to make adjustments compared to the EFL Cup final, as the approach used against Arsenal may not be applicable against Liverpool. Meanwhile, the visitors need a explosive performance if they aim to create a surprise.

Overall, with home advantage and impressive FA Cup form, Manchester City is still rated higher. An open game is likely to unfold, and the Etihad hosts have the capability to secure a narrow victory to advance to the semi-finals.