Manchester City secured a dominant victory, advancing to the fourth round of the FA Cup and showcasing the formidable strength of the Etihad Stadium team. The match against Huddersfield Town was thoroughly one-sided, with the defending Premier League champions, despite missing their main striker Erling Haaland, proving significantly superior to their first-division opponents.

The home team quickly took control in the first half, securing a 2-0 lead through goals from Phil Foden and Julian Alvarez. In the second half, coach Pep Guardiola opted to rest key players, providing an opportunity for those returning from injury, including Kevin de Bruyne and Jeremy Doku. This duo collaborated to score the fifth goal in the 74th minute. Earlier in the match, Foden completed a brace, and Huddersfield Town defender Ben Jackson inadvertently scored an own goal.

The resounding victory not only propelled Manchester City into the fourth round of the FA Cup but also served as a compelling testament to the team’s dominance at the Etihad Stadium.