The Chelsea coach had two stints at Manchester City and his coach has exhibited the strong influence of Pep Guardiola's methods

Manchester City face off against Brentford in the 2025/26 Carabao Cup quarterfinals. Supporters in the United States can watch the match live on television or through streaming platforms, with multiple viewing options available.

Silva also revealed he turned down offers from Japan, Qatar and Dubai in favor of returning to Spain with Real Sociedad. Silva played the final three seasons of his career with La Real, securing the Copa Del Rey in 2021, which remains the last trophy the Basque club has lifted.

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca on Friday dismissed reports linking him with the top job at Manchester City, insisting the speculation over his future does not affect him at all as he remains fully committed to the London club.

Pep Guardiola is planning to be at Manchester City next season and insists the possibility of him leaving in the summer is "not on the table right now".

City clawed back a one-goal deficit pulling ahead thanks to a penalty converted by Erling Haaland before halftime

With Haaland missing from the starting lineup, many Man City fans assume that the Norwegian striker suffered an injury, but the player is on the bench for the quarterfinal match in the EFL Cup against Brentford.

City posted their third-highest revenue total of £694.1million but lost £9.9m for the year ending June 30, 2025.