Haaland hat-trick powers Man City to 4-0 FA Cup rout of Liverpool

Abdullateef Fowewe

Manchester City crushed Liverpool 4-0 in the FA Cup quarter-finals at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday, April 4, 2026, with Erling Haaland delivering a clinical hat-trick.

The Norwegian striker scored a penalty in the 39th minute, added a second just before half-time (assisted by Antoine Semenyo at 45+2’), and completed his treble in the 57th (assisted by Nico O’Reilly).

Semenyo sealed the win with a goal in the 50th (assisted by Rayan Cherki).

Reacting to the victory in a post-match interview, Haaland said, “I’m super happy to be at Man City! It was about time I didn’t score a hat-trick, so, it was the right moment.”

He added, “This club, we have to win trophies and we have to perform at the best and biggest stage.”

The comments silence speculation about his future, highlighting his joy at City and focus on team success after strong showings, including against Liverpool.