Manchester City have won each of their last seven meetings with Swansea, unbeaten in 15 overall, with the Swans' most-recent victory over the Sky Blues coming in March 2012.
Swansea vs Manchester City preview
Not so long ago, Manchester City were the Carabao Cup kings, winning this competition in four successive seasons, capturing silverware on six occasions since 2014, so will they cruise through to the quarter-finals? In the previous round, the Citizens swatted aside Huddersfield Town 2-0 at the Kirklees Stadium, thanks to goals from Phil Foden and Savinho.
However, things aren't going quite so swimmingly for Pep Guardiola's team in the Premier League. Having been unbeaten in five, the Sky Blues were beaten 1-0 at Villa Park on Sunday, falling behind early and then rarely threatening thereafter. So, for the first time since 2008, Manchester City have lost three of their first nine league fixtures, leaving them six points adrift leaders Arsenal. With games against Bournemouth, Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool to come after this, it is a key period for Guardiola's team, so will they first enjoy a routine away win in South Wales?
As for Swansea City, they won the League Cup in 2013, this coming during their seven-year stay in the top-flight, but are currently enduring an eighth successive campaign back in the EFL Championship. Alan Sheehan's side could hardly be any more mid-table, sat 13th, having won four, drawn four and lost four to date. On Saturday, they claimed a first home win since August, beating Norwich 2-1, thanks to a double from Žan Vipotnik at the catchily named Swansea.com Stadium.
The highlight of their campaign so far, unquestionably, came in this competition. In the previous round, the Swans fought back from 2-0 down to beat Ange Postecoglou's Nottingham Forest 3-2, with Vipotnik equalising in injury time, seemingly securing a penalty shootout, only for Cameron Burgess to score a sublime winner in the 97th minute. Thus, this is already Swansea's best EFL Cup run since 2017/18, seeking a first last eight appearance since hosting the trophy aloft 12 years ago. Nevertheless, anything other than a routine Man City victory would be a major surprise.
Swansea City vs Manchester City head-to-head record
- Matches Played: 37.
- Swansea City Wins: 7. Draws: 4. Manchester City Wins: 26.
Manchester City team news
Prior to the trip to Huddersfield last month, Pep Guardiola asserted that the EFL Cup is not a priority for him this season so, as he did that night, expect wholesale changes.
Following the arrival of Gianluigi Donnarumma, James Trafford as very much been relegated to the role of back-up, but will get an opportunity to impress. Fit again Rayan Cherki and Omar Marmoush could feature, as both need to get minutes into their legs.
Rodri and Abdukodir Khusanov are sidelined, while there could be a rare sighting of Kalvin Phillips. His seven minute cameo at Huddersfield was his first appearance for Man City since December 2023 against Urawa Red Diamonds, a gap of 645 days, so will he get off the bench?
Manchester City predicted lineup vs Swansea City: (4-3-3): Trafford; Lewis, Rúben Dias, Aké, O'Reilly; Kovačić, Nunes, Foden; Bobb, Cherki, Marmoush.
Manchester City player to watch vs Swansea
Oscar Bobb started against Aston Villa at the weekend, but hasn't scored for Manchester City, excluding the Club World Cup, since a dramatic last-gasp winner at Newcastle in January 2024, so will he showcase his talent?
Swansea vs Manchester City prediction
We cannot foresee any other outcome then a commanding Man City victory, likely to swat Swansea aside in South Wales, even with a much-changed team: Swansea City 0-3 Manchester City.
Swansea vs Manchester City FAQs - Carabao Cup
How to watch Swansea vs Manchester City in the Carabao Cup on TV channel?
Swansea City vs Manchester City in the Carabao Cup will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: Sky Sports+
- USA: Paramount+
- Canada: DAZN Canada
How to watch Swansea vs Manchester City in the Carabao Cup on live streaming?
Swansea City vs Manchester City in the Carabao Cup will be available on the following streaming services;
- UK: SkyGo & NOW TV.
- USA: Paramount+
- Canada: DAZN Canada
What is the date and kick-off time for Swansea vs Manchester City in the Carabao Cup?
Swansea City vs Manchester City takes place on Wednesday 29 October 2025, with kick off at 19:45 (GMT), 15:45 (EDT) & 12:45 (PDT).