(VIDEO) Haaland still out of action and what he did during Manchester City's FA Cup win

Argentine striker Julian Alvarez scored again for Manchester City on Sunday as his side thrashed Huddersfield Town 5-0 to advance to the last 16 of the FA Cup. Alvarez struck 37 minutes into the first half for Josep Guardiola's side, who won with further goals from Phil Foden, twice, Oscar Bobb and Jeremy Doku.

It was the fourth consecutive match in which the former River striker, who was replaced 11 minutes into the second half by Kevin De Bruyne, ended his five-month injury lay-off. The "Spider" had scored a goal against Sheffield United in the Premier League, another from the penalty spot against Everton and a brace in the final of the Club World Cup, in which Manchester City beat Fluminense 4-0 to win the title.

After coming on as a substitute in 2023's last game, the 2-0 Premier League win over Sheffield United, De Bruyne played his first minutes in a long time, coming on after 57 minutes for Julian Alvarez, who had been the key to unlocking a duel that had been difficult in the first half hour.

Haaland's reaction

The big absentee from the match was Norway's Erling Haaland, who was sidelined due to an ankle injury. Although he did not take part, the television cameras captured his emotional celebration which was replicated by the FA Cup social networks. his return to the field of play is closer according to coach Pep Guardiola's own words.