Free extension for sports fans
Advertisement
Advertisement

Why Norwich boss claims Man City players got ‘annoyed’ in Carabao Cup tie

Manchester City swept aside Championship outfit Norwich in the third round of the Carabao Cup on Thursday night.

Published: Friday, 18 September 2026 at 3:00 AM
Why Norwich boss claims Man City players got ‘annoyed’ in Carabao Cup tie
Key Things to Know
  • Manchester City defeated Norwich City 5-0 in the Carabao Cup third round at the Etihad Stadium.
  • Floyd Samba scored twice on his debut, with Rayan Cherki, Allan, and Ryan McAidoo also scoring.
  • Norwich manager Philippe Clement claimed Manchester City players grew annoyed early on due to Norwich's disciplined structure.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Manchester City secured a convincing 5-0 victory over Championship side Norwich City in the third round of the Carabao Cup at the Etihad Stadium. Debutant Floyd Samba scored a brace, while Rayan Cherki, Allan, and Ryan McAidoo also found the net for Enzo Maresca's side. The win sets up a fourth-round clash against Brighton, scheduled for the week commencing October 26.

Despite the heavy defeat, Norwich manager Philippe Clement claimed that Manchester City players became annoyed in the opening 20 minutes due to his team's disciplined defensive structure. Clement praised his players' work ethic and discipline but lamented conceding five goals from just six shots on target, stating the final scoreline was too harsh.

Advertisement

Never Miss a Sports Update

Get the latest sports news and top stories from MySportsTab delivered straight to your inbox.

No spam. Just the latest sports news and updates.