Man City boss Pep Guardiola will MISS Swindon Town FA Cup tie
He's tested positive for COVID-19
Last updated 6th Jan 2022
It has been revealed Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola will miss his side's match against Swindon Town tomorrow night.
The 50-year-old has tested positive for Coronavirus. One of his assistants is also isolating, so another member of his coaching team - Rodolfo Borrell - will take charge for the FA Cup Third Round tie.
The Premier League champions say 21 staff members are currently in quarantine, seven of which are unnamed first team players.
'It's an honour to represent this football club'
Ahead of the match, Swindon Town manager Ben Garner has spoken about his excitement at being part of a high-profile fixture.
"We've got to embrace it. I'm sure there will be butterflies and nerves before the game for a lot of the players, but it's fantastic having that pressure.
"It's an honour to be able to represent this football club.
"No one gives us a chance, so we have nothing to lose. We'll be nice and positive ... and just give it everything we've got".
'A little bit of magic of the FA Cup'
When Garner started his tenure in July 2021, just six first-team players were registered for Town.
Despite this, the Club have enjoyed a successful first half of the season. The Robins currently sit fifth in League Two, exceeding the expectations of many supporters.
Their simultaneous cup success has led to a sell-out for this tie, with more than 15,000 fans expected to descend onto the County Ground tomorrow night.
"I'm delighted for the supporters, for what they've gone through and the hard times they've had with their football club, to now have this game, I think is a fantastic reward.
"I hope we can do them proud and (I) really hope that they enjoy the occasion.
"We just want to perform to the best level we can, enjoy the occasion and see if we can get a little bit of magic of the FA Cup," Garner added.
Kick-off is at 8pm.