Salford City arrived at Etihad Stadium with a certain amount of trepidation, the scars of last season's 8-0 FA Cup defeat still fresh in the mind. "It was demoralising last season, our confidence dipped," Salford captain Luke Garbutt told BBC Sport after pushing their opponents all the way before losing 2-0. To come away with 2-0 when it was 8-0 last season shows the club is on the rise." And they were in the tie right up to the moment substitute Marc Guehi doubled the lead with his first Manchester City goal since a £20m move from Crystal Palace in the 81st minute. "They defended so well," said Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola.

Source: BBC February 14, 2026 19:46 UTC