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Maresca discusses team news ahead of Carabao Cup clash with Norwich

10 sources • 3 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 5:24 PM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Maresca discusses team news ahead of Carabao Cup clash with Norwich
Summary

Enzo Maresca provided injury updates as his team prepares for the Carabao Cup match against Norwich City on September 17. Jeremy Doku is nearing a return but is not confirmed for the game, having missed the last five matches due to injury. Phil Foden will serve a three-match suspension following his red card in the Manchester derby. Maresca plans to involve young players Ryan McAidoo, Kaden Braithwaite, and Floyd Samba in the fixture, citing their potential for growth within the team. The match will take place at the Etihad Stadium with kickoff scheduled for 19:30 (UK).

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Status Watch
  • •Doku is close to returning but may miss the Norwich match.
  • •Foden is suspended for three matches due to a red card.
  • •Young players McAidoo, Braithwaite, and Samba likely to feature.
  • •The match is scheduled for September 17 at Etihad Stadium.
  • •Tickets are available for £20 for adults and £5 for kids.
Latest Updates
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Carabao Cup match news from the 7.30pm BST kick-off Live scores | Maresca waits on 2023 apology | Mail Michael Recent trips to the Etihad Stadium have been rough for Norwich City fans. There were the 5-0 Premier League drubbings in 2020 and 2021, while City went two better in 2013, scoring seven, with Sergio Agüero, Yaya Touré, David Silva, Alvaro Negredo and Edin Dzeko adding to two own goals from Bradley Johnson and Russell Martin. Just once did Norwich run City close in recent years, in 2015, but an 89th-minute penalty for City saw them run out narrow 2-1 winners. But that was the league and this is the cup, which means Norwich can dream Carabao-infused dreams, and the Canaries will be channelling the spirit of Jonny Howson tonight. Continue reading...

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Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca has been speaking to the media before Thursday's Carabao Cup third round game against Norwich City at Etihad Stadium (kick-off 19:30 BST). Maresca confirmed winger Jeremy Doku "is quite close" to a return from injury, which they "are happy" about.

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Manchester City open the defence of their Carabao Cup title against Norwich City at the Etihad Stadium on Thursday, with Enzo Maresca looking to make it six straight wins in all competitions.Victory w...

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