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Floyd Samba Stars on Debut in Man City Rout of Norwich
The 17-year-old forward seized his chance in Enzo Maresca’s rotated lineup, helping City extend its perfect start and reach the League Cup last 16.
- On Thursday, Manchester City defeated Norwich 5-0, with 17-year-old Floyd Samba scoring twice in his dream debut to secure a League Cup last 16 meeting against Brighton.
- Manager Enzo Maresca maintained his perfect start with this victory, extending his record to six consecutive wins across three competitions following a dramatic Sunday derby triumph against Manchester United.
- Brazilian midfielder Allan Elias struck on his debut following a $46 million move from Palmeiras, while Ayyoub Bouaddi assisted Rayan Cherki after arriving from Lille for 86 million; Ryan McAidoo added a late goal.
- Samba, son of former Blackburn and QPR defender Chris Samba, scored with a fine jinking run on 48 minutes. "I couldn't believe it myself," Samba said, adding his career is just beginning.
- The victory sets up a last 16 meeting against Brighton as Samba made his case for more minutes going forward. The teenage debutant's two-goal performance signals his potential impact for Manchester City's season.
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Floyd Samba makes his professional debut twice for Manchester City. The 17-year-old is celebrated and is now facing his first mission for Germany.
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