The FA Cup quarter-final between Luton Town and Manchester City is set to be a thrilling clash of David and Goliath. Luton, who are currently in the Championship, have defied the odds to reach this stage of the competition, knocking out Premier League sides Leicester City and West Ham United along the way. Manchester City, on the other hand, are the reigning champions of the FA Cup and the Premier League, and are looking to add more silverware to their trophy cabinet.
When and Where is the Match?
The match will take place on Saturday, March 17, 2024, at Kenilworth Road, the home ground of Luton Town. The kick-off time is 12:30 pm GMT. The match will be broadcast live on BBC One and BT Sport in the UK, and on ESPN+ and Paramount+ in the US. You can also stream the match online via the BBC iPlayer, BT Sport app, ESPN app, or Paramount+ app, depending on your location and subscription.
What are the Teams’ Form and Head-to-Head Record?
Luton Town have been in impressive form in the FA Cup, winning all four of their matches so far. They beat Norwich City 3-1 in the third round, Leicester City 2-1 in the fourth round, West Ham United 1-0 in the fifth round, and Sheffield United 2-0 in the sixth round. They are currently 12th in the Championship table, with 10 wins, 10 draws, and 13 losses from 33 matches.
Manchester City have also been dominant in the FA Cup, scoring 15 goals and conceding none in their four matches. They beat Birmingham City 3-0 in the third round, Cheltenham Town 3-1 in the fourth round, Swansea City 3-0 in the fifth round, and Everton 3-0 in the sixth round. They are the runaway leaders of the Premier League, with 25 wins, 3 draws, and 1 loss from 29 matches.
The two teams have met 11 times in their history, with Manchester City winning 8, Luton winning 2, and 1 draw. The last time they faced each other was in the League Cup in 2007, when Manchester City won 4-2 at Kenilworth Road.
Who are the Key Players to Watch?
Luton Town have several players who can pose a threat to Manchester City, such as striker James Collins, who has scored 14 goals in all competitions this season, midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, who has been instrumental in their FA Cup run, and goalkeeper Simon Sluga, who has kept four clean sheets in the tournament.
Manchester City have a plethora of stars in their squad, such as striker Sergio Aguero, who has scored 6 goals in his last 5 FA Cup matches, midfielder Kevin De Bruyne, who has 11 assists in all competitions this season, and defender Ruben Dias, who has been a rock at the back for the team.
What are the Predictions and Odds?
Manchester City are the clear favourites to win the match, with odds of 1/10 at Bet365, while Luton Town are the underdogs, with odds of 25/1 at the same bookmaker. A draw is priced at 10/1. The most likely scoreline is a 3-0 win for Manchester City, with odds of 11/2, while a 1-0 win for Luton Town is the least likely, with odds of 80/1.
The FA Cup quarter-final between Luton Town and Manchester City is a match that you don’t want to miss. Whether you are a fan of either team, or just a lover of football, you can watch the match live on TV or online, and enjoy the drama and excitement of the oldest and most prestigious cup competition in the world.