US EditionCity Hail Semenyo's Instant Impact After Debut Against Exeter
Antoine Semenyo scored and assisted on his debut as Manchester City matched their biggest modern-era FA Cup win, thrashing Exeter City 10-1 at the Etihad Stadium.
- On Saturday, Antoine Semenyo scored and provided an assist on his Manchester City debut in a 10-1 win at the Etihad Stadium against League One side Exeter City.
- Assistant coach Pep Lijnders said Semenyo brings qualities City needed, adding `I think when the team plays like that it becomes easier for the individual, but Antoine is settling well` and that his arrival provides competition for Jeremy Doku amid interest from many clubs.
- Pep Guardiola picked a strong starting XI including Erling Haaland, Rodri, Rayan Cherki and new signing Antoine Semenyo, then substituted Haaland, Rodri and Nathan Aké at half-time with City leading 4-0 ahead of Tuesday's Carabao Cup semi-final.
- The victory boosts Manchester City's FA Cup ambitions and adds depth to their attack, as the 10-1 win and Antoine Semenyo's debut contributions strengthen their bid for a fourth consecutive FA Cup final.
- The margin matched a previous high in the Guardiola era, equalling a 9-0 win in 2019, with about 8,000 Exeter fans attending and ESPN's 'FC TV' crew reacting to the rout.
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