Manchester City’s new signing Semenyo made an instant impact, scoring and assisting in the 6-0 FA Cup win over Exeter City. The Ghanaian forward demonstrated speed, confidence, and a promising start to his Premier League journey.
Debut day for the £64 million signing
Semenyo joined Manchester City in a high-profile transfer worth around £64 million (R$460.7 million). Fans were eager to see if the youngster could justify the investment immediately. Pep Guardiola did not hesitate to start him against Exeter, giving him the stage to showcase his attacking prowess.
First touches, first impact
From the first minutes, Semenyo displayed energy and flair, initiating counter-attacks, dribbling past defenders, and linking up with teammates. By the 54th minute, he capitalized on a precise pass from Kevin De Bruyne and calmly slotted the ball into the net, scoring his first goal for Manchester City.
Goal and assist like legends
Earlier in the match, Semenyo had set up Rico Lewis for a goal, becoming the first City player since Sergio Agüero in 2011 to record a goal and an assist on his debut. His teammates celebrated the performance with hugs and applause, marking a memorable start to his Manchester City career..
