Manchester City vs Brentford team news
Manchester City winger Jeremy Doku missed Sunday’s win over Crystal Palace with a leg injury, although the severity of the problem remains unclear.
John Stones is also doubtful with a thigh problem, while Rodri and Mateo Kovacic remain sidelined with long-term injuries.
Omar Marmoush and Rayan Ait-Nouri are unavailable as they prepare for the Africa Cup of Nations. Guardiola is expected to rotate, with opportunities likely for Savinho, Oscar Bobb, Rico Lewis and James Trafford.
Brentford welcome back Kevin Schade after suspension, while Reiss Nelson could also return if he overcomes a minor knock. Josh Dasilva, Antoni Milambo and Fabio Carvalho remain injured, while Dango Ouattara is unavailable due to international duty at CAN.
Keith Andrews must decide whether to continue with Cup keeper Hakon Valdimarsson or return to first choice Caoimhin Kelleher.
Manchester City vs Brentford predicted starting XI
Man City starting XI: Traffic; Lewis, Khusanov, Ake, O’Reilly; Reijnders, Silva; Bobb, Cherki, Savinho; Haaland
Brentford starting XI: Valdimarsson; Kayode, Collins, Van den Berg, Henry; Henderson, Yarmoliuk; Schade, Damsgaard, Lewis-Potter; Thiago
How to watch Man City vs Brentford: TV channel, live stream online
Kick-off on Wednesday will be at 7:30 p.m. GMT (2:30 p.m. ET / 11:30 a.m. PT), with live coverage in the UK on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Ultra.
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Man City vs Brentford EFL Cup Stats
