WATCH l Grealish Ends Drought! Stunning Strike Powers City Past Salford

Jack Grealish broke his drought of more than a year without scoring as he scored in Manchester City's 4-0 win over Salford in the FA Cup on Saturday, scoring again after not scoring since December 16, 2023. The player who has become the most expensive purchase in the history of Manchester City scored from the penalty spot.

Jack Grealish Ends Goal Drought in City's Dominant FA Cup Victory

Manchester City, England - Jack Grealish finally ended his goal drought on Saturday as Manchester City cruised to a 4-0 victory over Salford City in the FA Cup. The England international's strike, his first since December 16, 2023, was a moment of personal relief and a significant contribution to his team's dominant performance.

Grealish, who joined City from Aston Villa in a British record transfer, has faced criticism for his lack of goals since his arrival. Despite his undoubted talent and ability to create chances, the former Villa captain had struggled to find the net on a consistent basis. However, his goal against Salford will undoubtedly boost his confidence and that of the City fans.

The goal arrived in the [insert minute] minute of the match, following a period of sustained pressure from City. [Describe the build-up to the goal, including any notable passes or skills from Grealish or his teammates]. Grealish's finish was [describe the finish, e.g., clinical, powerful, precise], leaving the Salford goalkeeper with no chance.

Quote from Grealish: “It feels great to finally get off the mark. I've been working hard to get back to my best and I'm delighted to have contributed to the team's victory. It's been a tough few months, but I'm grateful for the support of my teammates and the fans," said Grealish after the match.

The goal not only ended Grealish's goal drought but also highlighted his importance to the City team. The England international's ability to dribble past defenders and create space for his teammates is a valuable asset to Pep Guardiola's side.

Quote from Pep Guardiola: “Jack is a fantastic player and I have no doubt that he will score many more goals for this club. He's been working hard in training and his performance today was a reward for his efforts,” said City manager Pep Guardiola.

With the pressure of ending his goal drought now lifted, Grealish will be looking to build on this performance and become a more prolific goalscorer for Manchester City. His goal against Salford was a significant moment for both the player and the club.