Overview
- The match kicks off Saturday at 17:15 BST (12:15 ET) at Wembley, with UK coverage on BBC One and TNT Sports and US coverage on ESPN with streaming on Fubo and the ESPN app.
- Pep Guardiola confirmed Rodri will not play due to a groin problem, with Rúben Dias and Joško Gvardiol still sidelined, while Southampton are without Flynn Downes and Ryan Manning through suspension and have a doubt over captain Jack Stephens.
- Betting markets make Manchester City heavy favourites at around 1-5, reflecting their push for a domestic treble after winning the EFL Cup and returning to the top of the Premier League.
- Southampton arrive unbeaten in 20 matches across all competitions after knocking out Fulham and then-Premier League leaders Arsenal, which has fueled belief despite their underdog status.
- City are in their eighth straight FA Cup semi-final and are bidding to become the first team to reach four consecutive finals, with Erling Haaland highlighted as a key threat given his prolific FA Cup record.