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Erling Haaland hits hat-trick as Manchester City thrash Liverpool to reach FA Cup semis
When Erling Haaland swept the ball home for a first Manchester City hat-trick since August 2024 it sent swathes of Liverpool fans for the exits. Only 57 minutes were gone yet City were cruising at 4-0 and Arne Slot’s men were being schooled.

TL;DR
- Erling Haaland scored a hat-trick, securing Manchester City's 4-0 lead against Liverpool.
- Manchester City qualified for their eighth consecutive FA Cup semi-final.
- Liverpool's performance, particularly Mohamed Salah's missed penalty, was criticized.
- The heavy defeat raises questions about Arne Slot's position as Liverpool manager.