Follow usManchester City effortlessly secured their place in the FA Cup semi-finals after comfortably defeating a lackluster Newcastle United 2-0 at the Etihad Stadium.
City are aiming to replicate last season’s remarkable Treble success, and their dominant performance against Newcastle showcased their determination to achieve this feat once again.
Making FA Cup history, City became the first team to reach six consecutive semi-finals in the competition. Under Guardiola’s leadership, they have now reached the last four in seven out of eight seasons.
City asserted their authority early in the match, securing a two-goal advantage by halftime. Although both goals had an element of luck, they reflected City’s dominance, enjoying 75% possession.
The opener came in the 13th minute when Bernardo Silva’s shot deflected off Dan Burn’s leg and over Newcastle keeper Martin Dubravka. Shortly after, Silva’s effort found the net via a header from Sven Botman.
Newcastle’s sole threatening moment came when Alexander Isak’s shot was saved by City goalkeeper Stefan Ortega.
Overall, it was a comfortable evening for City, who now set their sights on Wembley once again. Meanwhile, Newcastle manager Eddie Howe faces the challenge of preventing their disappointing season from ending on a low note.
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