Manchester City midfielder Raheem Sterling has shelled out for FA Cup matchday tickets.

The Daily Mail says Sterling has paid for 550 kids from his old school to go to watch Manchester City's FA Cup semi-final clash with Brighton and Hove Albion on Saturday.

Sterling, who grew up near Wembley, has made the classy gesture to allow hundreds of students from the Ark Elvin Academy to watch one of their former pupils in action.

The 24-year-old reportedly stunned staff at the Etihad Stadium when he made the request to buy the huge number of tickets.

He's also set to provide transport to give the kids an unforgettable afternoon under the iconic Wembley arch.