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Manchester City's Fellaini scores crucial winner in FA Cup victory against Newcastle
Updated:2025-11-29 08:30 Views:176In the heart of Manchester, where football is at its most exhilarating and passionate, Manchester City FC has been at the forefront of the Premier League for many years now. But perhaps no team has achieved more than Manchester City in recent seasons. The club, led by Pep Guardiola, have consistently been at the top of the table, winning the Premier League on three occasions and even the Champions League twice.
One such season was the 2018-19 campaign, when Manchester City came back from a goal down to win 4-3 against rivals Liverpool. It was a pivotal moment in the season, as Manchester City were looking to secure their place in the top four of the league and potentially reach the final of the UEFA Champions League. In front of a crowd of over 70,000 at the Etihad Stadium, City scored a crucial winner in the 86th minute, securing a 4-3 victory.
Fellaini was one of the key players in that match. As a winger, he has always been a standout performer for Manchester City, scoring goals both at home and away. This season, he was particularly impressive, with a hat-trick against Liverpool, which saw him score his first hat-trick in the Premier League this season. He also had a brace against Watford in the FA Cup, adding to his already impressive season.
The game against Newcastle United was another memorable one for Manchester City. The Magpies were in good form themselves, having won their last two matches and looking to bounce back from their disappointing performance against Arsenal in the previous round. However, Manchester City proved too strong for them, with City taking the lead after just five minutes through Fabinho. After a poor start, the visitors fought back and scored again through Raheem Sterling, but City could not find the back of the net in the second half. Despite losing the ball in dangerous areas, City were able to hold on and eventually claim a 2-1 victory.
Fellaini’s hat-trick was certainly one of the highlights of the match. His first goal came in the 54th minute, following a header from the penalty spot. His second goal came in the 70th minute, coming off a cross by Sterling. And his third goal came in the 86th minute, following a free-kick from the edge of the box.
Overall, Manchester City’s success this season was a testament to their talented squad, led by Guardiola and their unwavering belief in each other. They have shown that they can compete with any team in Europe, and it is clear that they will continue to be a force to be reckoned with in the future.
