Antoine Semenyo delivered a scintillating first-half performance, scoring once and providing an assist as Manchester City raced into a commanding 3-0 lead against Fulham at the Etihad Stadium. The Ghanaian forward was at the heart of everything dangerous, underlining his growing influence in Pep Guardiola’s attacking setup.
City began the contest with trademark intensity, pinning Fulham deep inside their own half with relentless pressing and quick ball circulation. The breakthrough arrived when Semenyo latched onto a perfectly weighted through ball, showing composure beyond his years to slot past the Fulham goalkeeper and ignite the home crowd.
The 26-year-old was not done yet. Just minutes later, he turned provider, drifting inside from the flank before delivering a precise low cross into the danger area for a simple tap-in by O’Reilly. His awareness, movement and execution highlighted his confidence and sharpness in front of goal.
Manchester City’s third goal further reflected their dominance, as Fulham struggled to cope with the fluid interchanges between City’s attacking players. Semenyo continued to stretch the defence with intelligent runs and direct dribbling, constantly forcing Fulham’s backline into uncomfortable positions.
For the Black Stars forward, the goal and assist mark another statement performance in what is becoming a standout campaign. His ability to combine physical strength with technical finesse has made him a reliable outlet in high-stakes matches, and this latest display will undoubtedly excite Ghanaian fans keeping a close eye on their international star.
With a three-goal cushion at half-time, City look firmly in control, and if Semenyo maintains this level of sharpness, the second half could present even more opportunities for the in-form forward to leave his mark on proceedings.