These teams are at the top, with both teams hard to be separated it is hard to predict what will happen. Both teams have star power. World-class managers with Jurgen Klopp and Pep Guardiola. Big athletic center backs with Ruben Diaz and Virgil Van Dijk. Shifty wingers on both sides, City with Phil Foden and Riyad Mahrez, Liverpool with Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane.
However, the teams met last week in a Premier League game and we saw what makes this matchup great. City was dominant starting the game with high pressure and a lot of chances but Liverpool bent but never broke. Consequently, Every time City was able to manufacture a goal, Liverpool responded with a quick goal. The game ended 2-2 with both teams taking a point.
There are no draws in the FA Cup Semi-finals. Yes, these teams are dominating but fatigue will play a factor. Success in all competitions leads to a lot of games. Both teams had a game last weekend for the Premier League then had a game mid-week for the Champions League and now have a game again this weekend for the FA Cup. A lot of games with a lot of importance and stress on each game.
The Semi-Final may shift from who is the better team that day, to which team has more fitness on the day.
How to watch and odds
Date: Saturday, April 16 | Time: 10:30 a.m. ETLocation: Wembley Stadium -- London, England
Live stream: ESPN+
Odds: Man. City +150; Draw +240; Liverpool +185
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