Pep Guardiola believes an FA Cup win would help Manchester City win the Champions League.

The Sky Blues booked a semi-final clash with Arsenal thanks to Sunday's 2-0 win over Newcastle United.

They will finish the Champions League with a mini-tournament in August, and Guardiola thinks lifting the FA Cup will help City's preparations.

He said: "We are delighted after the defeat against Chelsea to be in London again at Wembley to play against Arsenal in the semi-final to try to reach the final of the FA Cup.

"Always it's an incredible trophy and it gives us an extra bonus. We spoke after what happened in the Premier League - we need two more victories to qualify for Champions League.

"But we have two competitions we can win. We made the first step today. It will be good to arrive against Real Madrid in the best condition.

"To win this title would be the best way to prepare for Madrid."