Manchester City will look to shake off their sluggish league start when they travel to the John Smith’s Stadium to face Championship side Huddersfield Town in the Carabao Cup third round tonight.
Pep Guardiola’s side dropped more points at the weekend, drawing 1-1 with Arsenal after Erling Haaland’s ninth-minute strike was cancelled out late by Gabriel Martinelli. That result leaves City with their worst Premier League start since 2006/07, putting extra pressure on them to deliver in cup competitions.
Huddersfield, meanwhile, sit mid-table in the Championship but will relish the chance to test themselves against the English champions. With the home crowd behind them, the Terriers will hope City’s dip in form can be exploited.
What time does Huddersfield vs Man City kick off?
- Date: Wednesday, 24 September 2025
- Kick-off time: 21:45 EAT (19:45 BST)
- Venue: John Smith’s Stadium
- Competition: Carabao Cup – Third Round
Recent form
Huddersfield
- Won last Carabao Cup tie vs lower-league opposition by penalty
- Mixed results in the Championship this season
Man City
- Drew 1-1 with Arsenal (Premier League)
- Just two wins from their opening five league matches
What to Watch For
- City’s poor league start: Just 7 points from 5 games — their lowest under Pep.
- Haaland still scoring: His 9th-minute goal vs Arsenal reminded everyone of his threat.
- Huddersfield’s chance: A passionate home crowd against an out-of-form City.
Huddersfield vs Man City prediction
City’s depth should see them through, even if Guardiola rotates heavily. Huddersfield will fight hard, but the visitors’ quality is likely to be decisive.
Prediction: Huddersfield 0-3 Man City
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