#Carabao Cup

Allan's City bow: a bruising start, then a goal and an assist

Allan made his City debut in the 5-0 Carabao Cup win over Norwich, recovering from a tough opening to score and assist. Maresca was pleased with the Brazilian's contribution.

19 September 2026

Maresca Credits City Players for Seamless Start After Summer Overhaul

Enzo Maresca has praised his Manchester City players for quickly adapting to his methods, with the Blues winning all six competitive matches so far this season.

Allan's City debut: the numbers behind a 5-0 rout of Norwich

Allan marked his Manchester City debut with a goal and an assist in the 5-0 Carabao Cup win over Norwich City, and his stats suggest he could be handed another start against...

Match Reports

Floyd Samba's 'Mind-Blowing' Debut Comes With a Warning: Football Is Ruthless

Floyd Samba's Manchester City debut was described as 'mind-blowing', but the young player has been warned that football is ruthless and a bright start guarantees nothing.

Maresca refuses to get carried away as City's perfect start reaches six

Manchester City have won all six games under Enzo Maresca, but the manager insists his focus is already on Sunderland and the international break.

Rico Lewis: From Academy to Charity and Carabao Cup Ambitions

Rico Lewis reflects on a summer of charity work and personal milestones as he prepares for Manchester City's Carabao Cup clash with Norwich City under new manager Enzo Maresca.

Maresca Promotes Three Academy Stars to Man City First Team

Enzo Maresca has promoted Ryan McAidoo, Kaden Braithwaite and Floyd Samba to Manchester City's first-team squad after pre-season, with all three set to feature in the Carabao Cup...

City's £116m man Elliot Anderson leaves fans stunned with 'AI' training footage

Elliot Anderson continues to amaze City fans after his £116m move, with training footage that looked 'AI-generated' and a dominant derby display.

City's Carabao Cup Opener: Ruebyn Ricardo to Referee Norwich Tie

Ruebyn Ricardo will referee City's Carabao Cup third-round tie against Norwich, his first senior City fixture, with no VAR in operation.

Gerónimo Rulli set for long-awaited City debut against Norwich

Gerónimo Rulli is expected to make his Manchester City debut against Norwich in the Carabao Cup, nine years after leaving the club without a senior appearance.

City's Carabao Cup Defence Begins With Norwich Test As Maresca Plots Rotation

Manchester City begin their Carabao Cup defence against Norwich City, with Enzo Maresca set to rotate his squad and hand debuts to Geronimo Rulli and Allan.

City's Carabao Cup Defence Begins: Foden Suspended, Rulli Set for Debut Against Norwich

Manchester City begin their Carabao Cup defence against Norwich City tonight, with Phil Foden suspended and Enzo Maresca set to rotate heavily.

City Host Norwich in Carabao Cup: Kick-Off Time, TV Details and Derby Momentum

Manchester City host Norwich City in the Carabao Cup on Thursday, with kick-off at 19:30 BST. Sky Sports+ will show the tie as City look to build on their derby win.

City Begin Carabao Cup Defence as Norwich Visit the Etihad

Manchester City begin their Carabao Cup defence against Norwich on Thursday, with Maresca's side on a five-game winning run and heavy favourites to progress.

Manchester City's Carabao Cup Defence: Norwich Test Awaits Before Potential Brighton Rematch

City host Norwich on Thursday, with a potential fourth-round tie against Brighton lying in wait — a fixture that stirs uncomfortable recent memories.