Omar Marmoush Print Hat-Trick, Man City excels Newcastle United 3-0

Saturday night (2/15/2025), the Etihad Stadium was a witness to the glory of Omar Marmoush. The mainstay striker Manchester City scored three goals in 30 minutes, bringing his team a 3-0 ahead of Newcastle United in the first round. Marmoush’s glorious appearance is the main focus in this match filled with tense action.

First Round: Manchester City’s absolute dominance

The match began with a fast tempo from both teams, but Manchester City immediately took control. In the 16th minute, Marmoush had shown his threat with soaring shots that were still wide on the goal of Newcastle. However, that was only the initial sign of his spectacular appearance.

Three minutes later, first goal also created. The long pass from goalkeeper Ederson failed to be cut by Fabian Schär, and Marmoush cleverly took advantage of the opportunity. With a perfect first touch, he venged to the ball past Martin Dúbravka, a Newcastle goalkeeper, and brought City to lead 1-0.

Did not stop there, the marmoush again printed second goal in the 24th minute. This time, he used a mature pass from Ilkay Gündoğan. His shot that led to the lower left corner of the goal had touched Kieran Trippier before finally entering the net. The score changed to 2-0 for City’s excellence.

The peak of marmoush’s appearance occurred in the 30th minute. Savinho, who played brilliantly on the right wing, stabbed the Newcastle defense and gave a pull bait to the middle of the penalty box. Marmoush, which is not guarded, calmly grabbed the ball and printed hat-trick-his. The Etihad Stadium rumbled to welcome City’s third goal.

Newcastle tried to get up, but helpless

Newcastle United tried to respond with several opportunities. In the 35th minute, Bruno Guimarães almost brought his team to reduce the lag through a header from a Trippier corner. Unfortunately, the ball is still soaring thinly over the crossbar.

However, the solid Manchester City defense, led by John Stones and Jovan Khusanov, managed to withstand Newcastle’s attacks. The first half ended with a score of 3-0 for City’s advantage.

Player Arrangement and Strategy

Manchester City lowered a strong formation with Ederson under the bar, supported by Rico Lewis, Khusanov, Stones, and Joško Gvardiol in the back line. In midfield, Rodri Gonzalez, Gündoğan, and Savinho arranged the game, while Phil Foden, Marmoush, and Erling Haaland became the spearhead.

On the other hand, Newcastle United started with Dúbravka as a goalkeeper, with the back line consisting of Trippier, Schär, and Burn, and Lewis Hall. Bruno Guimarães, Joe Willock, and Sandro Tonali filled the midfield, while Jacob Murphy, Anthony Gordon, and Alexander wasak on duty ahead.

Analysis: Marmoush, a shining star

Omar Marmoush’s appearance was the key to Manchester City’s dominance in the first round. His ability to read the game, speed, and accuracy of finishing makes it difficult for Newcastle’s defense. The hat-trick not only shows the quality of individuals, but also solid teamwork, especially from Savinho and Gündoğan.

On the other hand, Newcastle United seemed to have difficulty facing high pressure from City. Their defense, especially Schär and Trippier, were seen shaking in the face of quick attacks and sharp passes from City midfield.

What can we expect in the second half?

With a 3-0 advantage, Manchester City It seems to have been in full control of this match. However, Newcastle United It will definitely try to get up and look for a goal back. The big question is whether Marmoush and friends can continue their brilliant performance, or Newcastle will give a surprise in the second round.