Manchester City produced a dominant and ruthless performance to thrash League One side Exeter City 10-1 in the Emirates FA Cup third round at the Etihad Stadium on January 10, 2026. The result marks City's progression to the fourth round and highlights their attacking prowess against lower-division opposition.
This first-ever competitive meeting between the two clubs saw Pep Guardiola's side take full control from the outset. Manchester City opened the scoring early through Max Alleyne in the 12th minute, with Rodri adding a second in the 24th. Two own goals from Exeter's Jake Doyle-Hayes (42nd minute) and Jack Fitzwater (45+2) ensured a commanding 4-0 halftime lead.
The second half turned into a complete rout. Rico Lewis scored in the 49th minute, followed by a debut goal from Antoine Semenyo in the 54th—his first appearance for the club after a high-profile transfer. Tijjani Reijnders curled in a seventh in the 72nd minute, before substitutes Nico O'Reilly (79th) and Ryan McAidoo (86th, on his debut) continued the onslaught.
Exeter managed a late consolation through George Birch in the 90th minute, but Rico Lewis responded immediately with a 90+1 strike to complete the double figures, sealing the 10-1 final score.
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