Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Top News
Top News

De Bruyne Returns in Style as City Cruises in FA Cup Opener

Nottingham Forest's Ryan Yates and teammates react after they conceded a second goal during the English FA Cup Third Round soccer match between Nottingham Forest and Blackpool at the City Ground, Nott

On a thrilling Sunday filled with FA Cup action, Manchester City kicked off their title defense in style, securing a resounding 5-0 victory over Huddersfield. But the sweetest moment of the day came in the form of Kevin De Bruyne's return to the pitch after a grueling five-month absence due to injury. If that wasn't enough, the cherry on top was the fact that De Bruyne played a crucial role in setting up a goal.

De Bruyne, the ever-talented Belgian playmaker, last saw action back in August when he sustained a hamstring injury during City's Premier League opener against Burnley. The energetic midfielder injected life into the game as he marched onto the pitch as a substitute in the 57th minute. And just like a maestro conducting a symphony, he orchestrated the perfect cross, which his fellow substitute, Jeremy Doku, masterfully converted into City's final goal.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.