Man City News: Omar Marmoush to start ahead of Erling Haaland against Real Madrid Champions League match 
Manchester City fans were delighted with Omar Marmoush’s stunning hat-trick performance against Newcastle.
Pep Guardiola’s side took control of the match early on ,going 3-0 up by halftime thanks to Marmoush’s clinical finishing, with all three goals coming from the Egyptian in a 4-0 victory.
Man City had suffered a defeat to Real Madrid earlier in the week, meaning they need to overturn a 3-2 deficit in their upcoming Champions League tie. However, they showed their resilience and confidence with a fast-paced performance, blowing away the Magpies.
After the loss to Madrid, some Man City fans criticised players, including goalkeeper Ederson. But the Brazilian showed his class in the Newcastle match, assisting Marmoush for one of his goals, as the striker netted his first goals for the club.
The forward didn’t start against Los Blancos, but his excellent display against Newcastle has sparked calls from fans for Guardiola to give more trust to the January signing.
Omar Marmoush proving his quality to Pep Guardiola
The forward joined City for £59 million in the January transfer window, has shown glimpses of his potential in brief appearances but truly announced his quality with this standout display.
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Before his incredible hat-trick against the Magpies, he had struggled to find the net in his first four appearances for City.
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The signing is a big investment as Marmoush will cost Man City around £100m throughout the deal as he signed a four-year-deal.
His impressive numbers in the Bundesliga were likely a key factor in City’s decision to secure his services. The forward scored 15 goals in 17 Bundesliga appearances this season, ranking just behind Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane.
Additionally, Marmoush provided 14 assists across all competitions, showcasing his creativity and vision on the field. His ability to play both as a centre-forward and a left winger offers valuable versatility to Guardiola’s squad.
Man City need to build momentum ahead of Real Madrid clash
The defeat to Real Madrid earlier in the week was a tough pill to swallow for City, especially given the manner in which they conceded two late goals.
Given his goalscoring ability, it came as a surprise that Marmoush didn’t start against Madrid, but his recent display has left fans calling for him to be included in the starting lineup for the crucial Champions League match. City will need to overturn a one-goal deficit in the second leg, or risk an early exit from the competition.
Supporters are now strongly advocating for him to be given a starting role, with one fan stating, “Marmoush has to start every game” while another remarked, “He’s played his way into the starting XI against Madrid.”
Manchester City’s recent acquisition, Omar Marmoush, has made a significant impact since his arrival from Eintracht Frankfurt in January 2025 for an initial £59 million. In his latest performance, Marmoush netted a first-half hat-trick, leading City to a 4-0 victory over Newcastle United on February 15, 2025.
Despite this impressive display, manager Pep Guardiola has not indicated any plans to start Marmoush ahead of Erling Haaland in the upcoming Champions League match against Real Madrid. Haaland, who was appointed captain in the recent match against Newcastle, experienced a minor knee injury during the game. However, Guardiola reassured fans that Haaland is fit and available for the forthcoming fixture.
While Marmoush’s performance adds depth to City’s attacking options, there is no official confirmation regarding changes to the starting lineup for the match against Real Madrid.
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