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City’s 4-0 Showdown: Semenyo Praises World-Class Teammate as Haaland Nets a Hat-Trick

5 April 2026

City’s 4-0 Showdown: Semenyo Praises World-Class Teammate as Haaland Nets a Hat-Trick
City reach the FA Cup semi-finals as Haaland stars and Semenyo praises a world-class teammate

City cruise into the FA Cup semi-finals after a ruthless 4-0 win

Manchester City dominated Liverpool in the FA Cup quarterfinal, with Semenyo scoring once and setting up another, and Haaland completing a hat-trick as City advanced to the semi-finals.

Semenyo spoke about Sharqi in statements relayed by ESPN, calling him one of the best players in the world and saying he can literally do anything with the ball, which makes life easier for the team.

Semenyo added that Sharqi often drops back to find him or play the ball into his feet, a trait that simplifies Citys attacking play.

I remember my first day in training, Semenyo said, recalling Sharqi's skills that left him stunned. He is a top-class player, creative with the ball—we love that.

City's ambition remains undiminished — the Ghanaian forward said there is a lot of ambition for the rest of the season and a desire to win as many games as possible. Every match now feels like a final; we must keep pushing and see what happens, he concluded.

Read also: Haaland’s sensational feat stands out as City look ahead

Punchline 1: City fans can breathe easy — Haaland is firing and the trophy cabinet is getting a workout. Punchline 2: Sharqi is turning pressure into production, effectively turning City into a one-pass-away-from-glory machine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What was the score in the FA Cup quarterfinal?

Manchester City defeated Liverpool 4-0 to advance to the semi-finals.

Who were the standout performers?

Semenyo scored and assisted, Haaland scored a hat-trick, and Sharqi provided a key contribution with an assist.

What did Semenyo say about his teammate Sharqi?

Semenyo described Sharqi as one of the world’s best and said he can do anything with the ball, making City’s life easier.

What is City’s outlook for the rest of the season?

Semenyo emphasized continued ambition, aiming to win as many games as possible and treating each match like a final.