Marmoush's explosive brace fuels City past Newcastle in Carabao Cup semi-final
4 February 2026
Match Highlights
The match at the Etihad saw Omar Marmoush shine as he struck twice in the opening 20 minutes, powering Manchester City to a commanding Carabao Cup semi-final lead.
The Etihad Stadium hosted the clash as City built a 3-0 advantage by halftime, taking control of the tie.
In the seventh minute, Marmoush burst down the left, cut into the box, but his initial effort rolled just wide; a Newcastle defender cleared it, yet it deflected off Marmoush into the net for City's opener.
He added his second in the 29th minute after a defensive error by Trippier, directing a header into the empty net.
Tiéjani Rinders completed the scoring with a third in the 32nd minute, finishing after space opened up in midfield and a neat lay-off.
Rinders then combined with Antoine Simenio, who attempted a dribble but was forced wide; the ball eventually fell to Rinders for a simple finish.
Post-match notes
City take a strong advantage into the return leg; Newcastle will need a big response to stay in the tie.
Punchlines: Marmoush's finishes were so precise the net filed a complaint for privacy invasion. Newcastle, you might need a GPS— City’s goal is a one-way street.
