Man City Defeat Salford in FA Cup Match

Premier League champions advance with 2-0 victory over lower-league opponent.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Manchester City, the reigning Premier League champions, defeated Salford City of League Two by a score of 2-0 in the FA Cup on February 14th. The match featured a goal from City defender Marc Guehi.

Why it matters

The FA Cup is England's premier domestic cup competition, and this victory allows Manchester City to continue their pursuit of the trophy. Matches between top-flight clubs and lower-league opponents often produce upsets, making City's win over the underdog Salford noteworthy.

The details

Manchester City's goals were scored by defender Marc Guehi and an unnamed City player. Salford City, who play in the fourth tier of English football, put up a strong fight but were ultimately outmatched by the Premier League champions.

  • The match was played on February 14, 2026.

The players

Marc Guehi

A defender for Manchester City who scored a goal in the match.

Manchester City

The reigning Premier League champions and one of the top clubs in English football.

Salford City

A football club that plays in League Two, the fourth tier of English football.

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What they’re saying

“We knew Salford would be a tough opponent, but our quality shone through in the end.”

— Pep Guardiola, Manchester City Manager (Reuters)

What’s next

Manchester City will advance to the next round of the FA Cup, where they will face a higher-level opponent.

The takeaway

Manchester City's victory over Salford City demonstrates the gulf in quality between the Premier League champions and a lower-league club, though Salford put up a respectable fight against the top-flight giants.