Manchester City kicked off their FA Cup campaign in ruthless fashion with a scarcely believable 10-1 demolition of Exeter City in the third round at the Etihad Stadium, putting aside recent league frustrations in emphatic style, Softfootball reports.
Coming into the tie off the back of a disappointing 1-1 Premier League draw against Brighton Hove Albion that saw them drop ground in the title race , Pep Guardiola's side took out their frustration on League One opposition in a one-sided contest. New signing Antoine Semenyo enjoyed a dream debut, registering a goal and an assist, while youngster Max Alleyne marked his first start with his maiden goal for the club.
In the first-ever meeting between the two sides, Exeter almost produced a fairy-tale start. Ed Turns rose highest from a set-piece inside five minutes, but City's cup goalkeeper James Trafford reacted sharply to keep his header out. That scare briefly jolted the hosts into life.
