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Man City Predicted Line-up vs Salford City as Ryan McAidoo Starts and Erling Haaland Call Made

Manchester City plans to rest key players against Salford City as Erling Haaland recovers from a knock; Guardiola aims to protect fitness amid a packed schedule.

  • Predicted to be heavily rotated, Manchester City will decide after Friday's training whether Erling Haaland, who is doubtful following a knock, will play against Salford at the Etihad.
  • Under strain from a dense schedule, Manchester City have played 13 games since the turn of the year and will finally have a week off after the Salford game.
  • Predicted Man City XI shows a 4-1-4-1 with James Trafford in goal, Omar Marmoush likely leading the line if Haaland misses, and Nico González replacing Rodri in midfield.
  • Barring an upset, Manchester City are expected to canter into the FA Cup fifth round, with Pep Guardiola prioritizing progression but resting stars as the Premier League title race intensifies.
  • City have reached this season's League Cup final and face Arsenal at Wembley on March 22, while January signing Antoine Semenyo has five goals and two assists as Guardiola warns nothing is for granted.
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Evening Standard broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Friday, February 13, 2026.
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