Arsenal vs Man City predicted line-ups: Team news ahead of FA Cup semi-final tonight

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Arsenal welcome holders Manchester City to the Emirates this evening in the FA Cup semi-finals.

Mikel Arteta's side are riding a wave of positivity after a surprise victory over champions Liverpool earlier this week.

However, the Gunners were comfortably thrashed by City shortly after the restart, and Pep Guardiola's side are in a joyous mood after successfully appealing their two-year Champions League ban.

City have scored 12 goals in their last three games and rested a number of key players in a close-fought victory against Bournemouth as the club targets another domestic cup double.

When is it and what time is kick-off?

The tie will begin at 19.45 on Saturday 18 July at the Emirates Stadium.

How can I watch it online and on TV?

The tie will be broadcast live on BT Sport 1 and on the BT Sport App, with coverage beginning at 7pm.

What is the team news?

Bernd Leno, Gabriel Martinelli, Pablo Mari and Calum Chambers are all sidelined through injury, while Eddie Nketiah is suspended. Mesut Ozil and Matteo Guendouzi have been left out once again.

Meanwhile, City remain without Sergio Aguero, but are in good shape otherwise, with Kevin De Bruyne and Aymeric Laporte both rested against Bournemouth.

Predicted line-ups

Arsenal: Martinez; Mustafi, Luiz, Tierney; Bellerin, Ceballos, Xhaka, Saka; Pepe, Lacazette, Aubameyang

Man City: Bravo; Walker, Fernandinho, Laporte, Mendy; Rodri, Gundogan, De Bruyne; Sterling, Jesus, Bernardo

What are the odds?

Arsenal - 15/2

Draw - 17/4

Man City - 1/3

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