Norwich City travel to face Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium in the League Cup third round on Thursday evening in a 7:30pm kick-off.
Philippe Clement must quickly rebuild his team’s defensive stability after they suffered a dramatic 4-3 Championship defeat away to Middlesbrough on Saturday. The Canaries reached this stage by eliminating MK Dons and Cardiff City, but now face a severe step up against Enzo Maresca’s confident squad.
Maresca is widely expected to heavily rotate his starting lineup. This rotation could provide the visitors with a rare tactical opening, particularly as England midfielder Phil Foden misses out through suspension following a weekend red card.
Sky Sports Broadcasts Third Round Tie
Supporters can watch the fixture live on the Sky Sports+ channel, with live streaming available via the Sky Go app for existing subscribers. Fans without a standard contract can access the match through a NOW daily or monthly membership.
Radio coverage is also being provided nationally on BBC Radio 5 Live as well as talkSPORT. The Manchester hosts go into the tie aiming to build momentum from Sunday’s 1-0 derby victory against Manchester United.
Clement knows his players must tighten up significantly at the back. A disciplined away performance is absolutely required if they are to capitalise on the fourth round draw and advance further in the competition.
Norwich return to Championship action on Sunday when they host Bolton Wanderers at Carrow Road.
