Man City affected by FA Cup rule change after Marc Guehi plea ignoredPep Guardiola will face a slight reprieve from his defensive injury crisis thanks to a FA Cup rule changeView 2 Images Marc Guehi can thank a recent FA Cup rule for his ability to feature in the fourth round (Image: Getty Images)Marc Guehi will be eligible to feature for Manchester City in the FA Cup thanks to a recent rule change. City are preparing to face League Two outfit Salford City in the fourth round on Saturday. He would formerly have been ruled out from featuring in City's pursuit of FA Cup silverware. Click here to activate or add us as Preferred Source in your Google search settingsThe FA Cup rule alteration will be a welcome relief for manager Pep Guardiola, unlike the club's inability to field Guehi in the Carabao Cup. However, Guehi can aid City's progress in the FA Cup.

Source: Daily Mirror February 14, 2026 12:46 UTC