Right, well that’s this one done and dusted. A Manchester City side without Kevin De Bruyne cruised into the semis once again with two slightly fortunate deflected goals but they were indisputably the better side in a tie lacking much by way of magic and jeopardy. Injury-ravaged and disjointed, Newcastle’s trophy drought goes on.
And I’ll sign off by directing you to Jamie Jackson’s match report. Thanks for your company and emails. Bye.
Some reaction from City’s Jeremy Doku: “I feel good,” says the Belgian of the performance. “I’m happy with the performance of the team and of myself – I’m looking for my best form. I think I’m getting better and better. The team did exactly what the coach wanted us to do, and scored some nice goals,” he says with a mischievous smile. “We were in control but you always have to be careful with their counterattacks – they have some fast players who want to run in behind.” Not that they were given the chance to do that much today.
