Man City team news: Star playmaker available for selection as Pep Guardiola set to field youngsters verses Wigan

Eren Sarigul

February 19, 2018

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Manchester City have the opportunity to book their spot in the quarterfinals of the FA Cup when they take on Wigan tonight.

The clash takes place at the DW stadium while kick-off is scheduled for 19:55 (GMT).

Wigan come into the game in high spirits after avoiding defeat in their last six games. However, they are up against the Premier League leaders who have just one domestic defeat to their name this season.

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Man City team news:

Star playmaker Ilkay Gundogan took to social media over the weekend to confirm his availability for tonight’s encounter. The 26-year-old has established himself as a first-team regular for the Citizens in recent months.

Both Fabian Delph and David Silva are also available after recovering from injuries. Star striker Gabriel Jesus could feature after travelling with the squad to Wigan.

Manager Pep Guardiola is expected to give youngsters Phil Foden, Brahim Diaz and Oleksandr Zinchenko a first-team opportunity tonight.