Man City today begin their quest to recapture the Carabao Cup when they host Championship outfit Watford at the Etihad Stadium. Pep Guardiola has made a habit of winning this competition during his time in English football but has not lifted this particular piece of silverware since 2021.

Just two days after their top-of-the-league clash with Arsenal, Manchester City go again on Tuesday, this time in the Carabao Cup, as they host Championship side Watford.  While Pep Guardiola's side have rightfully earned their reputation as an almost unstoppable force in English football,

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola admits he does not want to "waste energy" in the Carabao Cup. City claimed their place in the fourth round with a largely comfortable 2-1 win over Watford at the Etihad Stadium on Tuesday.