Newcastle
Manchester City
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Expected Goals (xG)
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Passing by
211 (74%)
Accurate passes
414 (87%)
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32
G
Aaron Ramsdale
7.2
3
d
Lewis Hall
6.7
12
d
Malick Thiaw
6.5
4
d
Sven Botman
5.9
2
d
Kieran Trippier (C)
6.3
28
m
Joe Willock
6.6
m
Sandro Tonali
18′
20
m
Anthony Elanga
6.7
27
m
Nick Woltemade
6.2
m
Harvey Barnes
18′
18
F
Guillem Osula
6.6
1
G
James Trafford
6.3
6
d
Nathan Ake
6.9
5
d
John Stones (C)
7.2
45
d
Abdukodir Khusanov
7.9
d
Matthew Nunes
47′ 65′
33
m
Nico O’Reilly
6.2
4
m
Tijjani Reijnders
6.5
14
m
Nico Gonzalez
7.7
m
Jeremy Doku
39′ F
Omar Marmoush
47′
65′
Substitutes
25
G
Gianluigi Donnarumma
3
d
Ruben Dias
15
d
Marc Guéhi
21
d
Rayan Ait-Nouri
16
m
Rodri
m
Phil Foot
79′ Replaced by J. Doku
20
m
Bernard Silva
m
Ryan Cherki
79′ Replaced by SavinhoF
Antoine Semenyo
73′ Replaced by O. MarmoushNo ranking data available for this league
Manchester City moved past Newcastle with a 3-1 win in a hard-fought FA Cup fifth-round tie, with Omar Marmoush scoring twice to decide the game.
The fifth round of the FA Cup featured a clash between two Premier League giants on March 7, 2026. Both Newcastle and Manchester City sought to progress in the prestigious competition. City, as reigning champions in multiple competitions, went in as favourites, but knew the Magpies posed a significant challenge.
Newcastle started the game with impressive energy, rewarded with an early goal. In the 18th minute, Harvey Barnes made an expert shot. The assist came from a precise pass by Sandro Tonali, which ignited the home crowd.
However, Manchester City quickly composed themselves and began to assert their dominance. They pressed for an equaliser, which came before the break. Jérémy Doku provided a strong assist in the 39th minute. Savinho received the pass and calmly slotted the ball past goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale to level the scores.
The first half ended with both teams showing quality moments. The 1-1 reflected a balanced, although fiercely contested, first 45 minutes. It left the fans eager to start the second period.
After the break, City came out with renewed determination. Omar Marmoush wasted no time making an impact, finding the net just two minutes into the second half. His shot in the 47th minute, assisted by Matheus Nunes, put Manchester City ahead for the first time.
The game continued to be very intense, resulting in a yellow card for Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola in the 54th minute. Newcastle responded with a triple substitution around the 62nd minute, bringing on Anthony Elanga, Will Osula and Kieran Trippier to breathe new life into their attack.
Despite Newcastle’s changes, City maintained their attacking threat. Marmoush secured his brace and Manchester City’s third goal in the 65th minute. Matheus Nunes provided the assist again, effectively sealing City’s progress. Late yellow cards for Newcastle’s Joelinton and Y. Wissa showed their growing frustration.
The match statistics underlined Manchester City’s control. They dominated 62% of the possession and registered 21 shots in total, with 8 on target. Newcastle had 11 shots and 4 on target, but Ramsdale’s 5 saves kept them in the game. Marmoush, with his two goals and an 8.9 rating, was the highlight.
Manchester City’s efficient performance secured their place in the quarter-finals of the FA Cup. Newcastle will turn their attention back to their Premier League campaign, reflecting on a spirited but ultimately unsuccessful cup run.
