Manchester City delivered a historic performance, thrashing Salford City 8-0 in the third round of The Emirates FA Cup. This emphatic victory marked City’s largest winning margin in the competition in nearly a century, eclipsing their legendary 11-4 triumph over Crystal Palace in 1926.
The match began with an electrifying start as Jeremy Doku opened the scoring in the 8th minute following a clever assist from Jack Grealish. City’s dominance continued as Academy prospect Divin Mubama doubled the lead in the 20th minute with a precise finish, assisted by Matheus Nunes. Just before halftime, Nico O’Reilly added a third goal, finishing superbly after being set up by Doku, ensuring a commanding lead at the break.
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The second half saw City maintain their relentless momentum. Jack Grealish converted a penalty shortly after the restart, further extending the lead. James McAtee then stole the spotlight with a hat-trick, scoring in the 62nd, 72nd, and 81st minutes, with assists from Doku and Phil Foden highlighting the team’s creative flair. Jeremy Doku added a second goal to his tally with another penalty in the 69th minute, capping off a brilliant individual performance.
This comprehensive win showcased the perfect blend of youth and experience within Guardiola’s squad. Academy talents such as McAtee and O’Reilly excelled alongside established stars like Grealish and Doku, highlighting the depth of quality available to the Premier League champions.
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City’s record-breaking victory not only secures their progression to the next round but also reinforces their reputation as one of the most formidable teams in the competition. With their sights set on more silverware this season, fans can look forward to seeing what the next round holds for this in-form squad.
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