Why is Stefan Ortega starting the FA Cup final and why isn’t Ederson playing for Manchester City?
AN FA Cup final between Manchester City and Manchester United could not be more mouthwatering.
The two Premier League giants square up at Wembley Stadium, with Pep Guardiola’s side on the march towards a stunning Treble.
ReutersPep Guardiola has given Stefan Ortega the green light to start the FA Cup final against Manchester United[/caption]
GettyEderson has been Pep Guardiola’s reliable No1 for Manchester City since taking over as manager[/caption]
But there will be an unfamiliar face between the sticks for City, with Guardiola stepping up to make a bold team selection.
Why is Stefan Ortega starting the FA Cup final ahead of Ederson?
Guardiola has shocked many fans by deciding to drop reliable keeper Ederson for the FA Cup final against Manchester United.
The Spaniard has opted to go with Stefan Ortega, 30, ahead of the Brazilian.
German Ortega has played in every single round of City’s FA Cup campaign and has helped them reach Wembley.
Ortega also played in City’s recent Premier League win over Chelsea and 1-1 draw against Brighton.
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What has Guardiola said about Ortega?
Guardiola said: “Yeah he [Ortega] is going to play.
“It’s always been the same in the cups, even with Barcelona and Munich, so he’s going to play in the FA Cup.”
Is Ederson injured?
No, Ederson is fully fit.
He played the full 90 minutes as City lost 1-0 to Brentford on the final day of the Premier League season.
