Man City vs Southampton LIVE FA Cup early team news plus TV channel and stream

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Today14:10 BST

Rodri blow

Rodri is guaranteed not to play this afternoon so it will be interesting to see how the midfield lines up. O’Reilly moved into midfield on Wednesday night but Nico Gonzalez is the obvious Rodri alternative. He hasn’t had much of a chance since his fellow Spaniard returned from injury. Could today be the day for him to shine?

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Today14:07 BST

Tricky tie

This would not be the biggest shock of this year’s FA Cup, Macclesfield have comfortably sealed that off, but if City were to lose it would be a surprise.

City do not underestimate lower league opponents, as proven in the third round hammering of Exeter. You expect Guardiola’s side to be the ultimate professionals but anything can happen in this competition.

Today14:05 BST

How to watch City vs Southampton

Today's game will be shown live in the UK via Now TV, Prime Video UK, BBC One, TNT Sports 1, BBC iPlayer and HBO Max.

Today14:05 BST

'Unhappy' players

On Friday, Guardiola brought up players being unhappy more than once as he talked about his team selection choices for the semi-final.

The players who don't aren’t too happy," he said. "Because, you know, the last games we have long weeks, I rotate less. In the last five, six games, we conceded one goal. With the Arsenal game and the rest we have been quite good. I always try to involve everyone, but when I arrive in the last part of the season, always I try.

Manchester City Manager Pep Guardiola during the Premier League match between Burnley and Manchester City at Turf Moor on April 22, 2026 in Burnley, England. (Photo by MB Media/Getty Images)

Today14:05 BST

Welcome!

Hello and welcome to today's live blog of City's FA Cup semi-final clash with Southampton.

Kick-off is at 5.15pm and we'll have build-up, updates and reaction from Wembley Stadium.

City are looking to book their spot in a second domestic cup final of the season but Guardiola will have the Premier League title race at the back of his mind as he makes his team selection, so expect some changes to today's line-up.