- The second half quickly turned into a rout, as City capitalised on defensive lapses
- Liverpool’s frustrations were compounded when Salah missed from the penalty spot
- Another goal from City ensured the emphatic 4-0 scoreline
Erling Haaland delivered a dominant performance as Manchester City overwhelmed Liverpool with a crushing 4-0 victory in their FA Cup quarter-final clash.
Eko Hot Blog reports that Haaland’s hat-trick, his first for City since August 2024, highlighted a one-sided contest that saw Liverpool unravel after a competitive start.
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The Norwegian striker opened the scoring from the penalty spot in the 39th minute, setting the tone for City’s control.
Before the breakthrough, Liverpool had created promising chances, with Mohamed Salah and Hugo Ekitiké both failing to convert key opportunities.
However, once Haaland struck, the visitors struggled to recover.
City doubled their lead just before halftime through a well-worked move finished by Haaland, leaving Liverpool trailing 2-0 at the break.
The second half quickly turned into a rout, as City capitalised on defensive lapses to extend their advantage.
A slick attacking move involving Jérémy Doku and Nico O’Reilly set up Haaland’s third goal, sealing his hat-trick and effectively ending the contest before the hour mark. Another goal from City ensured the emphatic 4-0 scoreline.
Liverpool’s frustrations were compounded when Salah missed from the penalty spot, with his effort saved, summing up a disappointing outing for the Reds.
The Egyptian forward endured a difficult match, missing several clear chances.
For Liverpool manager Arne Slot, the heavy defeat raises concerns ahead of a crucial European clash against Paris Saint-Germain. Another poor result could intensify scrutiny on his position.
Meanwhile, City manager Pep Guardiola continues to enjoy remarkable success, guiding his side to an eighth consecutive FA Cup semi-final.
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