Kick-off is set for 13:00 (UK) at the Joie Stadium, but the likes of Joel Ndala, Justin Oboavwoduo, Lakyle Samuel and Matty Warhurst are all unavailable having each been selected to represent England at the Under-17 World Cup in Indonesia.
It means Barry-Murphy will provide players from younger age groups with an opportunity to impress.
Three points at the Joie Stadium and a win for RB Leipzig against Red Star Belgrade would guarantee a top two finish in Group G, as well as continuing our unbeaten start to the European campaign.
Regardless of the outcome, Barry-Murphy has called for our exciting young group to relish the occasion, and the more experienced members of the squad to shoulder the added responsibility.
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“It’s opened up an opportunity for some of our players who remain here [and not at the World Cup],” the boss explained ahead of kick-off.
“The Under-17s are away with England, so some of our players will be much younger.
“Jaden Heskey, for example, will start with Reigan Heskey his brother, who’s an Under-16s player.
“It’s an amazing occasion for those players and a big responsibility for our older members of the squad to make sure they perform to their best to make it a special day for those players.”
A detailed match report from this afternoon’s clash will be available to read soon after the final whistle, as well as reaction from Barry-Murphy.
The key moments of the action can also be follow over on our dedicated matchday X account: @ManCityAcademy.
Hear Brian’s thoughts in full via the video above…
