Man City Dominate Liverpool 4-0 in FA Cup Thriller: Haaland's Hat-Trick Shatters Goal Drought

2026-04-05

Manchester City delivered a masterclass in dominance, dismantling Liverpool 4-0 in the FA Cup to end their goal-scoring slump. Erling Haaland was the undisputed hero, scoring a hat-trick to guide his side to a commanding victory.

Haaland's Hat-Trick Ends City's Goal Troubles

The Norwegian striker silenced all doubts with a clinical performance, netting three goals in the first half alone. His brace in the 23rd and 45th minutes, followed by a stunning finish in the 68th, proved too much for the Reds.

  • Haaland - 3 goals, 1 assist
  • Phil Foden - 1 goal, 1 assist
  • Rico Lewis - 1 goal

City's Tactical Edge Over Liverpool

Under Pep Guardiola, City controlled the tempo throughout, utilizing their high press to force errors from Liverpool's defense. The midfield battle was decisive, with Rodri and Bernardo Silva dictating the flow of the game. - afhow

Transfer Market Buzz: Salah Linked with San Diego FC

While City celebrated, the transfer market remains active. Mohamed Salah is reportedly linked with a move to San Diego FC, though the Liverpool star insists on staying at Anfield.

  • Antoine Semenyo - €72.00m
  • Marc Guéhi - €49.70m
  • J. Strand Larsen - €42.00m

Other Transfer News

Enzo Fernández faces a ban from Chelsea following controversial remarks about Real Madrid. Meanwhile, Rosenior is making a huge gamble to join a new club. In MLS, Orlando is parting ways with head coach Pareja, and Weston McKennie has signed a new contract with Juventus.