Manchester City vs Norwich City Prediction, Preview & Lineups

Manchester City and Norwich City meet in EFL Cup action on Thursday, 17 September 2026. Kick-off is at 18:30 GMT.

The EFL Cup throws up another intriguing matchup as Manchester City and Norwich City contest midweek action. Home advantage gives Manchester City an edge, but Norwich City will be no pushover.

Manchester City vs Norwich City Prediction

Predicting the outcome of EFL Cup fixtures is never straightforward, but Manchester City hold the slight advantage on home soil, and Norwich City will arrive with genuine belief they can get a result. Expect an open game - both Manchester City and Norwich City are capable of scoring, which makes the goalscorer market particularly appealing.

How to Predict Manchester City vs Norwich City

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Lineups

Lineups for Manchester City vs Norwich City are expected to be confirmed approximately one hour before kick-off. Check back for the official starting elevens ahead of the 18:30 GMT start.

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