Big Sam was appointed West Ham manager in June 2011 with the task of returning the Hammers back to the Premier League after their relegation.
He fulfilled that task after beating Blackpool in the Championship Play-off Final at Wembley Stadium, before securing safety in the 2012/13 Premier League season with two matches to spare.
After two comfortable seasons in the top-flight, Allardyce left West Ham following the expiration of his contract.
Allardyce, who also had spells at Bolton, Newcastle, Blackburn, Sunderland, England, Crystal Palace, Everton, West Brom and Leeds, will be in Studio One at the Etihad on Saturday to analyse our clash with the Hammers.
Pep Guardiola’s side take on Julen Lopetegui’s men in the Premier League, with a 17:30 (UK) kick-off at the London Stadium.
We’ll be looking to make it three wins from three games to start the 2024/25 season as we go in search of more silverware.
Allardyce – alongside former City and West Ham keeper David James – will offer insight before, during and after the game alongside Natalie Pike.
Meanwhile, FG will be alongside Michael Brown and Paul Dickov pitchside in London to give their take on the 90 minutes.
Our Matchday Centre live text updates start at 15:30 (UK) while the Matchday Live show begins at approximately 16:15 (UK) so our guests can discuss team news as they get it.
During the game you can also listen to live audio commentary from Alistair Mann – along with former City midfielder Brown - while our text commentary continues.
Afterwards, we will bring you all the reaction to the match.
Short highlights will be available from 21:15 (UK) with extended highlights and a CITY + full match replay accessible from midnight.
