Manchester City Eye Comfortable EFL Cup Victory Over Norwich

England League Cup - Manchester City VS Norwich City
Match Time: 18-09-2026 02:30 Friday (UTC+8)
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Manchester City will look to extend their winning run to six matches in all competitions when they face Championship side Norwich City in the EFL Cup third round. City are nine-time League Cup winners, including the 2025-26 edition, while Norwich have won the trophy twice.

Team Analysis:

Manchester City head into their EFL Cup clash with Norwich City in strong form, sitting second in the Premier League with four wins and coming off a controversial 1-0 derby victory over Manchester United. Norwich have won four of their last six matches but enter as clear underdogs after a 4-3 defeat to Middlesbrough and three straight losses to City, conceding 14 goals without scoring.

Player Situation:

Manchester City will be without the suspended Phil Foden, while Jeremy Doku is doubtful with a calf problem as Maresca is expected to rotate his squad heavily. Norwich will also be missing four injured players, with Daniel Grimshaw likely to start in goal and Mohamed Toure potentially dropping to the bench despite his five goals this season.

Result Prediction:

Norwich face a difficult challenge against Manchester City and would need a major upset to advance. City are expected to control the game and secure a comfortable place in the next round.

Predicted Result: Manchester City 3-0 Norwich City.