Bristol City's FA Cup draw with Manchester City towards the end of February is significant in more ways than one for Matty James.
Born in the Lancashire town of Bacup, 20 miles north of the Etihad Stadium, the 31-year-old progressed through the Manchester United academy before joining Leicester in 2012. While James is a Burnley supporter, his wife Leah's family are torn between the red and blue halves of Manchester.
The couple have two young boys, one of who is a United supporter while the other is still trying to decide between the two United clubs and Bristol City. The fifth round tie, to take place in the week commencing February 27, promises to be a memorable evening at Ashton Gate five years after the two clubs met in the League Cup semi-final.
