Manchester City's Historic Surge to FA Cup 2026 Semi-Finals

Manchester City advanced to the FA Cup 2026 semi-finals with a 4-0 victory over Liverpool, driven by Erling Haaland's hat-trick. This marks their eighth successive semi-final, breaking a 150-year-old home record. City's impeccable performance solidifies their strong FA Cup candidacy under Pep Guardiola's leadership.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 04-04-2026 21:02 IST | Created: 04-04-2026 21:02 IST
Manchester City's Historic Surge to FA Cup 2026 Semi-Finals
Erling Haaland celebrating (File Photo/Reuters). Image Credit: ANI
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Manchester City has stormed into the FA Cup 2026 semi-finals following an emphatic 4-0 triumph over fierce rivals Liverpool. Anchored by Erling Haaland's remarkable hat-trick, the team booked their eighth consecutive semi-final appearance, further cementing their dominance in this prestigious tournament.

Haaland's mastery on the field, characterized by his clinical finishing, showcased City's attacking arsenal and tactical adeptness, leaving Liverpool unable to retaliate against City's resolute defense. This resounding victory underscores Manchester City's credentials as strong contenders for the FA Cup, with Haaland playing a pivotal role in their campaign.

Pep Guardiola's squad has also shattered a longstanding FA Cup record. Manchester City have now secured a historic 18 consecutive home wins in the FA Cup, outstripping the 17-match record set by Clapham Rovers between 1873 and 1881. As Guardiola's men look to their eighth successive semi-final, they stand on the brink of another milestone: reaching four FA Cup finals on the trot, a feat no team has accomplished. Since 2018, Manchester City remains unbeaten in FA Cup ties held outside Wembley.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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