Semenyo hails confidence after scoring again for City | OneFootball

Manchester City took a big step towards the English League Cup final by defeating Newcastle 2-0 this Tuesday (13th) at St James’ Park, in the first leg of the semi-final.

The ‘Citizens’ will need to confirm this result in the return leg on February 4th, playing at home, to reach the final scheduled for March 22nd in London, against Arsenal or Chelsea.

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Manchester City opened the scoring thanks to Antoine Semenyo, who finished with his left foot into an empty net after a cross from Jérémy Doku was deflected midway by Bernardo Silva (53’).

“I’m just enjoying the confidence I gained at Bournemouth and playing with a smile on my face. I’m savoring every moment,” celebrated the striker in an interview with Sky Sports, after scoring in his first match on Saturday, a 10-1 victory against Exeter (third division) in the FA Cup.

In injury time, Rayan Cherki (90’+9) sealed the victory by taking advantage of a pass from Rayan Aït-Nouri.

Manchester City won four consecutive League Cup titles between 2018 and 2021, but has not reached the tournament final since then.

The team, currently second in the English Premier League, is in the Top 8 of the Champions League and will compete in the fourth round of the FA Cup in February.

*With content from AFP.

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