Pellegrini: Why I think the upcoming clash with Chelsea is not a real game

– Manchester City manager speaks about the FA Cup fifth round clash with Chelsea 

– Seven Manchester City youngsters are set to be included in the squad

-“I have enough problems trying to manage a team, without managing the FA”

According to the rumours, a group of seven Manchester City youngsters are set to be included in the squad for Sunday’s tie at Stamford Bridge, with the club to rotate heavily ahead of a Champions League.

Manuel Pellegrini said:  “I think it’s not a real game [against Chelsea], of course; not enough to pay the ticket. I always give a lot of importance to the cups. They must think why [City are fielding reserves]. 

“We always try to play a strong team in the cups, and it would be very nice to finish with a game at Wembley, but there are some moments when you have to prioritise because you don’t receive any help and you could damage your prospects.

“The fans want to see a good game but we told them one week ago that we are going to play a young team. If the people want to continue going to the stadium, that’s for them.”

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Pellegrini has also expressed his frustration with the scheduling of the fixture.

“I have enough problems trying to manage a team, without managing the FA. But the reality is that we must make some changes. Maybe [the tournament] without replays can be one solution.

“Someone said we must eliminate one cup, but I think the cups are good. All the stadiums are at full capacity, even if it is a League Two team. So I think fans like the football.

“I think we should continue with the FA Cup because it is very traditional, but we must make some [better] arrangements,” the 62-year-old manager concluded.

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