Manchester City vs Salford City, FA Cup 2025-26 Free Live Streaming Online

Premier League champions Manchester City host League Two side Salford City on 14 February 2026, in a historic FA Cup 2025-26 fourth-round tie at the Etihad Stadium. While the Ammies are making their first-ever appearance in the fourth round of the competition, they face a formidable task against a City side that demolished Exeter City 10–1 in the previous round. Pep Guardiola is expected to rotate his squad amidst a congested fixture list and a minor injury concern for star striker Erling Haaland.   EPL 2025–26: Thomas Frank to Ruben Amorim, List of English Premier League Managers Sacked in the Ongoing Season.

How to Watch Manchester City vs Salford City Live Streaming and Telecast

In the United Kingdom, this fixture falls under the traditional 3:00 pm blackout rule, meaning it will not be broadcast live on domestic television. However, fans can follow live match commentary and highlights via the Official Man City App and BBC Radio Manchester.

For international viewers, the match is widely available:

• India: The match will be broadcast on the Sony Sports Network (Sony Sports Ten 2/HD) and can be streamed live via the Sony LIV app and website.

• United States: Fans can stream the game live on ESPN+, with additional coverage available on FuboTV.

• Middle East & North Africa: Coverage is provided by beIN Sports across their HD channels and the beIN Connect streaming platform.

• Australia: The game is available exclusively on Stan Sport.

Match Fact

Manchester City vs Salford City Team News

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has confirmed that Erling Haaland is unlikely to be risked after picking up a niggle during the midweek win over Fulham. In his absence, Omar Marmoush is expected to lead the line. City remain without Croatian duo Josko Gvardiol and Mateo Kovacic, but could see the return of John Stones to the matchday squad. Chelsea Appoints Liam Rosenior as Head Coach on Long-Term Deal Following Enzo Maresca's Exit From Premier League Club.

Salford City, co-owned by Manchester United’s Class of '92, travel just five miles south to the Etihad as massive underdogs. Manager Karl Robinson will be without long-term absentees Jay Bird and Tom Edwards. The visitors will rely on the goal-scoring form of Ryan Graydon, who netted twice in their third-round victory over Swindon Town, to attempt what would be one of the greatest upsets in FA Cup history.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Feb 14, 2026 06:30 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).