Ghanaian forward Antoine Semenyo delivered a commanding first-half performance as Manchester City tore Newcastle United apart in a high-intensity cup semi-final encounter, underlining his growing importance at the Etihad Stadium.
Semenyo Central to Manchester City’s First-Half Dominance
City’s relentless opening 45 minutes overwhelmed Newcastle, with Semenyo emerging as the key attacking outlet behind all three goals scored before the break. His sharp movement, physical presence, and intelligent link-up play repeatedly exposed Newcastle’s defensive structure, echoing Pep Guardiola’s demand for aggressive, multi-functional forwards at the highest level.
Antoine Semenyo celebrates during Manchester City’s dominant first-half performance against Newcastle United.
Impressive First-Half Statistics Highlight Impact
Semenyo completed 11 of 13 passes, won six duels, and showed defensive discipline by winning his only tackle while committing just one foul. In the final third, he completed five of seven passes, created a big chance, and maintained composure under pressure, earning a 7.1 first-half rating according to Sky Sports performance metrics.
Growing Influence at Club and Country Level
The Ghana international’s display continues a strong run of form for both club and country, reinforcing his value ahead of upcoming international fixtures for the Ghana Football Association. Analysts at ESPN and BBC Sport have highlighted Semenyo’s blend of power and technical efficiency as a perfect fit for Manchester City’s evolving attacking system.
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