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Bristol City boss Lee Johnson wants new hero to emerge from Man United cup tie as he reveals he raided 'piggy bank' to buy Jose Mourinho wine

Bristol City boss Lee Johnson has urged his players to believe they can emulate the club's famous giant-killing against Liverpool when they host Manchester United in Wednesday's Carabao Cup quarter-final.

The Robins pulled off a shock 1-0 FA Cup third-round replay victory at Anfield in 1994, with Brian Tinnion netting the winner.

Johnson referred to that moment as he spoke ahead of Wednesday's match of his men needing to 'feel somebody could be that hero' against United.

Lee Johnson is hoping his Bristol City can cause a major upset when they face Man United
Lee Johnson is hoping his Bristol City can cause a major upset when they face Man United
Jose Mourinho's Manchester United side are hoping to retain the Carabao Cup
Jose Mourinho's Manchester United side are hoping to retain the Carabao Cup
Bristol City's players celebrate after stunning Liverpool at Anfield in the FA Cup in 1994
Bristol City's players celebrate after stunning Liverpool at Anfield in the FA Cup in 1994

Speaking at his pre-match press conference, footage of which can be seen on Bristol City's official website, he said: 'It is a fantastic game.