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Floyd Samba lifts lid on Enzo Maresca chat ahead of ‘dream’ Man City debut

17-year-old Floyd Samba scored twice on debut as Manchester City thrashed Norwich 5-0 to reach the Carabao Cup fourth round

By Jack Flintham · Manchester Evening News

Published: Friday, 18 September 2026 at 4:00 AM

Key Things to Know

Manchester City defeated Norwich City 5-0 in the Carabao Cup to advance to the fourth round.
Seventeen-year-old Floyd Samba scored two goals on his debut after starting in place of Erling Haaland.
Manager Enzo Maresca spoke with Samba earlier in the week about playing as a centre-forward.

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Manchester City's 17-year-old forward Floyd Samba scored twice on his debut in a 5-0 victory against Norwich City in the Carabao Cup. Samba started as a centre-forward after manager Enzo Maresca discussed the tactical role with him earlier in the week. The teenager replaced Erling Haaland, who was rested ahead of Manchester City's upcoming Premier League match against Sunderland.

Samba opened the scoring with a header from an Allan cross before adding a second goal with a curling effort. Rayan Cherki, Allan, and Ryan McAidoo also scored to secure the win. Manchester City will now host Brighton and Hove Albion in the fourth round of the tournament during the week of October 26.

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Floyd Samba lifts lid on Enzo Maresca chat ahead of ‘dream’ Man City debut

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