Newcastle United host Manchester City tonight in what many see as the standout tie of the FA Cup fifth round.
The two sides are already very familiar with each other this season after several meetings across competitions.
That familiarity adds extra intrigue as both clubs balance cup ambitions with major Champions League matches on the horizon.
Newcastle vs Manchester City kick-off time and how to watch
The FA Cup clash between Newcastle United and Manchester City kicks off at 8pm GMT on Saturday, March 7.
The match will be played at St James’ Park, where Newcastle will try to take advantage of home support against one of Europe’s strongest sides.
Supporters in the UK can watch the game live on TNT Sports 1, with broadcast coverage starting at 7pm GMT.
Fans can also stream the match online through Discovery+, which carries TNT Sports’ live coverage.
It is already the fifth meeting between the clubs this season, with the possibility of another encounter if both progress in the Champions League.
Newcastle vs Manchester City team news ahead of FA Cup clash
Newcastle will be without Jacob Ramsey, who is suspended following his red card during the midweek win over Manchester United.
Sandro Tonali is expected to be available despite a late injury scare, while Nick Woltemade should return to the squad after missing the previous match due to illness.
Bruno Guimaraes, Emil Krath, Tino Livramento and Fabian Schar remain unavailable, and Lewis Miley is still working toward a return later this month.
Manchester City are likely to rotate in certain areas, with James Trafford expected to start in goal as Pep Guardiola continues to share minutes between his goalkeepers in cup competitions.
Players such as Jeremy Doku, Omar Marmoush, Savinho, Nico Gonzalez and Tijjani Reijnders are pushing for opportunities as City manage their squad ahead of a Champions League meeting with Real Madrid.
Prediction: Manchester City to win 2-1 over Newcastle United.
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