Need to know
Manchester City are aiming to make it to yet another FA Cup final (Image: Getty)
1. **Kick-off time:** Manchester City clash with Southampton in the first of two FA Cup semi-finals over the weekend. The match will kick off at 5.15pm on Saturday, April 25.
2. **Location:** This semi-final clash will take place at Wembley Stadium in London, which acts as the neutral venue. More than 90,000 supporters are anticipated to arrive at the national stadium to generate a thrilling atmosphere.
3. **UK TV channel:** Live television broadcasts will be available on both BBC One and TNT Sports 1. BBC One will commence their free-to-air coverage at 4.45pm, while TNT Sports 1 begins its dedicated pre-match programming at 4pm.
4. **Live stream information:** Fans can watch the match live for free on the BBC iPlayer website and app, or on the HBO Max app if they have a TNT Sports subscription. Both services provide high-definition streams and work with most smart TVs, tablets, and mobile devices.
5. H**ow to watch in the US:** Supporters in the United States can view the fixture exclusively on ESPN+. The game is scheduled to begin at 12.15pm ET /9.15am PT.
6. **UK radio coverage:** If you are unable to access a screen, national radio commentary will be offered on BBC Radio 5 Live and talkSPORT. Regional coverage is also anticipated from BBC Radio Manchester and BBC Radio Solent for devoted club listeners.
7. **Manchester City team news:** Erling Haaland is anticipated to spearhead the attack following his spectacular hat-trick in the previous round against Liverpool. Pep Guardiola may shuffle his squad marginally to preserve fitness levels, but key players like Bernardo Silva are expected to feature.
8. **Southampton team news:** The Saints are managed by boss Tonda Eckert and will be energised by their thrilling quarter-final triumph over Arsenal. They possess a largely fit squad, though they will depend considerably on their defensive organisation to neutralise City's formidable attacking threat.
9. **Head-to-head record:** Manchester City have controlled recent fixtures, securing four victories from their last six meetings across all competitions. However, Southampton famously defeated City in their last FA Cup encounter back in 1976, a historic final that they hope will inspire a shock.
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