By Francis Onyach - Reporter
Kenya, April 25, 2026 - Manchester City booked their place in the FA Cup final after a 2–1 victory over Southampton at Wembley, with Jérémy Doku playing a decisive role in a tense semi-final clash.
Despite entering as favourites, City were made to work hard by a disciplined Southampton side. The first half ended goalless, with City dominating possession but struggling to break down a well-organised defence.
Southampton, currently pushing for promotion from the Championship, remained compact and disrupted City’s attacking rhythm for long periods.
The match shifted late in the game. Southampton took a shock lead in the 79th minute when Amine Azaz struck from long range.
The lead lasted only minutes. In the 82nd minute, Doku drove into the box and fired a shot that deflected past the goalkeeper to level the score. His direct play shifted momentum back in City’s favour.
Five minutes later, Nico González completed the comeback with a long-range strike, sealing a 2–1 victory.
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The result sends Manchester City into their fourth consecutive FA Cup final, underlining their sustained domestic dominance.
While González scored the winner, Doku’s impact proved critical. His equaliser changed the flow of the game and highlighted his value in decisive moments.
The victory keeps City’s hopes of a domestic treble alive, having already secured the EFL Cup and remaining in the Premier League title race.
For Southampton, the result is a disappointment, but their performance showed resilience, pushing one of Europe’s top teams close to an upset.