Tag: Antoine Semenyo

Manchester City Smash Liverpool 4-0 as Haaland Hat-Trick Rewrites FA Cup History

Manchester City
April 2026

Manchester City thrashed Liverpool 4-0 to reach the FA Cup semi-finals, with Erling Haaland scoring a hat-trick in a one-sided second half. The result also set a new record for consecutive wins in the competition as City stretched their run to 18 straight matches. Haaland opened the scoring from the penalty spot after Virgil van Dijk fouled Nico O’Reilly, then added two more around Antoine Semenyo’s goal as City overpowered Liverpool. Mohamed Salah also missed a penalty, and City’s win sent them through while extending the longest winning streak ever recorded in the FA Cup

Guardiola Admits Bad Selection After Manchester City Drop Points at West Ham

Pep Guardiola
March 2026

Pep Guardiola admitted he got his selection wrong after Manchester City were held by West Ham, a result that left them nine points off the league leaders. The manager said the starting setup lacked balance and accepted criticism over leaving Rayan Cherki on the bench. City started with Antoine Semenyo and Omar Marmoush supporting Erling Haaland, but the attack failed to find rhythm or enough creativity. After Cherki, Phil Foden and Jeremy Doku entered, City improved, and Guardiola later said his fear of losing stability had led to the wrong call.

Farke sent off after Leeds loss to City as he rages at officials

Daniel Farke
March 2026

Leeds boss Daniel Farke received a red card after the 1-0 defeat to Manchester City following an angry confrontation with the match officials. Farke challenged multiple decisions after full-time and had to be restrained; City’s win kept pressure on Arsenal in the title race with Semenyo scoring the decisive goal.

Thomas Frank Admits Spurs Failed to Land Semenyo, Says January Window Not a Quick Fix

Thomas Frank
January 2026

Frank said Spurs wanted Semenyo but could not complete the deal, while outlining Spurs’ two January signings and the club’s stance on not forcing poor short-term moves. Spurs signed Gallagher and teenage left-back Souza for a combined £48m; Semenyo went to Manchester City for £64.5m; Frank said recruitment staff are working relentlessly but will prioritize decisions that do not damage summer plans, with protests expected around the City match.

Manchester United Plan Quiet January Under Carrick, Target Summer Rebuild

Michael Carrick
January 2026

United are likely to avoid January signings despite having funds available, focusing instead on a structured summer rebuild. The report claims United were willing to trigger Semenyo’s £65m release clause but chose not to, allowing City to sign him. Amorim had pushed for a winter midfield signing, but the board want to stick to budget cycles after heavy spending last year and will target a defensive midfielder in summer, with several young profiles tracked.

Semenyo Impresses on City Debut as Exeter Thrashed 10-1, Teammates Praise Fit

Antoine Semenyo
January 2026

Semenyo delivered a goal and an assist in City’s 10-1 win, earning strong reviews for adapting quickly to Guardiola’s system. He assisted Lewis with a cross and then scored himself, capping a rapid week that included a final Bournemouth appearance. With Guardiola serving a touchline ban, Lijnders highlighted Semenyo’s pressing, direct running, and ability to slot into City’s style.

Antoine Semenyo Nets 95th-Minute Winner in Possible Bournemouth Farewell

Antoine Semenyo
January 2026

Antoine Semenyo scored a stoppage-time winner against Tottenham, a dramatic finish that could be his last moment for Bournemouth with his expected move to Manchester City imminent. Spurs led, Bournemouth turned it around, Spurs levelled, then Semenyo cut inside late and blasted home. Andoni Iraola praised his commitment and development, saying Bournemouth will miss him and indicating it likely was his final appearance.

Iraola Says Semenyo Still Bournemouth Player and Expected to Face Spurs

Antoine Semenyo
January 2026

Andoni Iraola said Antoine Semenyo is still a Bournemouth player despite reports of an agreed-in-principle move to Manchester City. He expects Semenyo to be available for the next match against Tottenham. Iraola said the club has not been told the deal is completed and will continue selecting Semenyo until that changes. He also criticised refereeing after the Arsenal loss, arguing a key free kick decision was wrong.

Manchester City Agree Semenyo Deal in Principle as £65m Clause Looms

Antoine Semenyo
January 2026

Manchester City have reportedly reached an agreement in principle to sign Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth, with paperwork being prepared. The forward has a £65 million release clause that can be triggered in the January window. City have moved ahead of other suitors by progressing terms with Bournemouth, while Guardiola stayed non-committal publicly. Semenyo has continued producing at Bournemouth and says he is focusing on performances rather than transfer noise.

Manchester United Track Elliot Anderson as January Plan Shifts After Semenyo Blow

Elliot Anderson
December 2025

Manchester United have put Elliot Anderson at the top of their midfield shortlist as they prepare for uncertainty around Kobbie Mainoo and continued struggles from Manuel Ugarte. United also expect to miss out to Manchester City for Antoine Semenyo, forcing a pivot in January plans. Anderson is viewed as a premium target but is unlikely to be available until summer because Forest are fighting relegation and chasing a Europa League run. United’s wider holding-midfield list includes Carlos Baleba, Conor Gallagher, Adam Wharton, Tyler Adams, Joao Gomes, Ruben Neves and James Garner.

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