Manchester City meet Leyton Orient for the first time since 1966; the Sky Blues have won both previous FA Cup encounters between the pair, prevailing 4-1 in 1920 and 6-1 six years later.
Leyton Orient vs Manchester City Preview
Will Manchester City march on through to round five, or could Brisbane Road witness an FA Cup upset for the ages? The Sky Blues are seven-times winners of this competition, reaching at least the semi-finals in each of the last six seasons; no one had ever previously achieved that.
The Cityzens started this cup campaign by steamrollering Salford 8-0 at the Etihad, James McAtee the scorer of a hat-trick.
However, the season in general isn't going quite as well for Pep Guardiola's team. They were demolished 5-1 at Arsenal on Sunday, capitulating after Erling Haaland had headed home an equaliser shortly after half time.
This ends the Citizens' six-match unbeaten run in the Premier League, with games against Newcastle, Liverpool Spurs and Forest to come next, as well as the small matter of a two-legged Champions League tie against holders Real Madrid.
Before all of that, can Man City avoid a major FA Cup shock when they travel to East London on Saturday?
As for Leyton Orient, what an occasion this'll be for them, taking on the champions of the land for the first time since 1972.
The O's have reached the fourth round for the first time in 14 years, beating Boreham Wood on penalties, Oldham Athletic after extra time and then Derby County via another shootout to get this far, so they certainly haven't had it easy.
Richie Wellens' side were also flying in EFL League One, unbeaten in 12 matches, winning ten of them, prior to last Saturday's 1-0 defeat at the hands of Stockport County, meaning they occupy the last play-off spot. They are now dreaming of returning to the second-tier for the first time in 43 years.
So, can Orient become the first team to beat Man City in the FA Cup away from Wembley since Wigan's famous win in 2018, proving a shock is possible?
Leyton Orient vs Manchester City Head-to-Head Record
- Matches Played: 16.
- Leyton Orient Wins: 2. Draws: 2. Manchester City Wins: 12.
Manchester City Team News
With Real Madrid to come on Tuesday, Pep Guardiola will surely rotate as much as he can. New signings Abdukodir Khusanov and Vitor Reis are set to start at centre-back, the later for his debut, while there could also be a maiden Man City appearance for Nico González, after he arrived from Porto on deadline day.
In goal, Ederson missed the defeat to Arsenal injured, so is unlikely to be risked here, while Rúben Dias, Nathan Aké, Rodri and Oscar Bobb are also out. Jahmai Simpson-Pusey, Nico O'Reilly, James McAtee and Divin Mubama who all started against Salford in the previous round will be hoping to be in the lineup here too.
Lastly, Nico González could make his debut, following his €60 million move from Porto on deadline day.
Manchester City predicted lineup vs Leyton Orient: (4-2-3-1): Ortega; Simpson-Pusey, Reis, Khusanov, Lewis; Gündoğan, O'Reilly, McAtee, De Bruyne, Grealish; Mubama.
Manchester City Player to Watch vs Leyton Orient
Jack Grealish could be one of the few senior, experienced players in the Man City side, so they'll need him to come to the fore.
Leyton Orient vs Manchester City Prediction
We cannot see beyond a comprehensive Man City demolition on Saturday, with the Sky Blues avoiding an ignominious cup exit at the hands of third-tier opposition: Leyton Orient 0-4 Manchester City.
Leyton Orient vs Manchester City FAQs - FA Cup
How to watch Leyton Orient vs Manchester City FA Cup game on TV channel?
Leyton Orient vs Manchester City FA Cup game will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: BBC1
- USA: ESPN+
- Canada: Sportsnet World Now
How to watch Leyton Orient vs Manchester City FA Cup game on live streaming?
Leyton Orient vs Manchester City FA Cup game will be available on the following streaming services;
- UK: BBCiPlayer
- USA: ESPN+
- Canada: Sportsnet World Now
What is the date and kick-off time for Leyton Orient vs Manchester City in the FA Cup?
Leyton Orient vs Manchester City takes place on Saturday 8 February 2025, with kick off at 12:15 (GMT), 7:15 (EDT) & 4:15 (PST).