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Swansea City Seeks Carabao Cup Upset Against Manchester City's Star-Studded Squad
28 Oct
Summary
- Swansea City host Manchester City in Carabao Cup fourth round
- Rematch of thrilling, controversial 2020 FA Cup quarter-final
- Swansea almost pulled off a dramatic upset against Premier League giants

On October 29, 2025, Swansea City, the Championship club, will host the reigning Premier League champions Manchester City in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup. This tie brings back memories of a thrilling and controversial FA Cup quarter-final between the two teams that took place five and a half years ago.
In that previous encounter, Swansea, then managed by Graham Potter, almost pulled off a dramatic upset against Pep Guardiola's star-studded Manchester City squad. The match was a closely contested affair, with the Championship side giving the Premier League giants a run for their money.
Now, the two teams will face off again in the Carabao Cup, with Swansea City hoping to repeat their giant-killing heroics and secure another upset victory against the Manchester City juggernaut. The Championship club will be looking to capitalize on the opportunity to showcase their talent and potentially earn a spot in the next round of the competition.
The upcoming match promises to be an exciting and closely watched affair, as fans eagerly anticipate whether Swansea City can once again defy the odds and overcome the challenge posed by Manchester City's formidable squad.




