’Kevin wants time’ – Pep Guardiola cautious over De Bruyne’s return
Manchester Metropolis launch the defence of their FA Cup crown as they host Huddersfield City within the third spherical.
Pep Guardiola’s aspect concluded a trophy-laden 2023 with a 2-0 Premier League victory towards Sheffield United of their final outing, and can hope to progress easily previous struggling second-tier oppposition.
Huddersfield are fourth from backside within the Championship after a 4-1 defeat to Leicester, managed by Guardiola’s ex-assistant Enzo Maresca.
Darren Moore will hope, although, that his aspect can rise to the problem towards the English champions and trigger a serious cup shock.
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Manchester Metropolis vs Huddersfield City
Try missed. Rúben Dias (Manchester Metropolis) proper footed shot from the centre of the field misses to the left. Assisted by Julián Álvarez with a cross following a set piece state of affairs.
Manchester Metropolis vs Huddersfield City
Oscar Bobb (Manchester Metropolis) wins a free kick within the attacking half.
Manchester Metropolis vs Huddersfield City
Delay over. They’re able to proceed.
GOAL! MANCHESTER CITY 2-0 Huddersfield (Julian Alvarez, 37 minutes)
A quickfire second! Intricate play up the proper from Phil Foden, Matheus Nunes and Rico Lewis units up the a capturing alternative for the complete again from shut vary. Lewis somewhat scuffs his effort however Julian Alvarez is readily available to poke residence.
Harry Latham-Coyle7 January 2024 14:39
Manchester Metropolis vs Huddersfield City
Delay in match due to an harm Sergio Gómez (Manchester Metropolis).
Manchester Metropolis vs Huddersfield City
Sergio Gómez (Manchester Metropolis) wins a free kick within the defensive half.
Manchester Metropolis vs Huddersfield City
Brodie Spencer (Huddersfield City) wins a free kick within the attacking half.
Manchester Metropolis vs Huddersfield City
Try missed. Rico Lewis (Manchester Metropolis) proper footed shot from the centre of the field.
GOAL! MANCHESTER CITY 1-0 Huddersfield (Phil Foden, 34 minutes)
Manchester Metropolis lead! A hurried shot from Julian Alvarez deflects kindly for Phil Foden, who fires the bouncing ball fiercely into the far nook together with his left foot.
Harry Latham-Coyle7 January 2024 14:35
Manchester Metropolis vs Huddersfield City
Try blocked. Rúben Dias (Manchester Metropolis) proper footed shot from outdoors the field is blocked. Assisted by Rico Lewis.