We host Sonia Bompastor’s side at the Joie Stadium in a 20:00 (UK) kick-off on Wednesday in the first leg of our last-eight clash.
Cushing was pleased with his side’s performance at Pride Park last weekend, but said they must have more belief in their ability if they’re to turn that into trophies.
“There have been some incredible results this season. I think the players know they’re a good team,” he said in Tuesday’s press conference.
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“They beat Barcelona here, beat Arsenal to get the final we just played. When we played so well in the first half we should be 1-1 at least and then when it is 1-1 we had the best chance after that.
“The team know they are good but we need the real belief to win trophies. When you see that, they will just go on and consistently win.
“I actually think Saturday’s result is fuel for this team. You can see the ambition they have in training.”
Watch Nick Cushing’s full press conference above...
City v Chelsea app coverage
As ever, the Official Man City App will have all bases covered for this UEFA Women’s Champions League encounter with Sonia Bompaster’s team.
Minute-by-minute text updates will begin in our Matchday Centre two hours before kick-off.
During the game you can also listen to live audio commentary from Alistair Mann and Karen Bardsley while our text commentary continues.
Make sure to have push notifications turned on as well, so you can be alerted to key moments in the action, including goals, red cards and the team news.
Highlights and a full-match replay [available on CITY+] can be accessed at 23:00 in the UK after the game and then 23:00 globally on Thursday.
