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Semenyo to miss eight weeks after knee injury

By Drooid · Oct 19, 2026, 11:53 PM UTC · How we work

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Semenyo Out Eight Weeks

Antoine Semenyo will miss eight weeks after a knee injury, confirmed by Manchester City.
Enzo Maresca said scans show only collateral knee damage, not a major ligament tear.
With Semenyo out, Maresca named Phil Foden and Iliman Ndiaye as alternatives for Haaland.
Marc Guéhi praised team spirit and fan support, urging stronger anti-racism action.

Summary

Manchester City Breach

Manchester City were found guilty of breaching Premier League financial regulations.
The breach leaves the club under scrutiny despite a three-point lead over Arsenal.
Semenyo arrived from Bournemouth in January 2026 and became a key attacking option.
He recorded five goal contributions in his first seven Premier League matches.
An X account gave him a crude nickname after the 4-2 loss to PSG.

History

Historical Context

Manchester City, founded in 1880, rose from a 1998 third-tier relegation to a £200 million 2008 takeover by Sheikh Mansour’s Abu Dhabi United Group, sparking record spending and Premier League titles from 2012 onward. Persistent Financial Fair Play violations led to 115 charges, and on 29 September 2026 a Premier League commission found the club guilty of inflating revenue by over £900 million, prompting tighter audit rules.

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Semenyo Out Eight Weeks

Antoine Semenyo will miss eight weeks after a knee injury, confirmed by Manchester City.
Enzo Maresca said scans show only collateral knee damage, not a major ligament tear.
With Semenyo out, Maresca named Phil Foden and Iliman Ndiaye as alternatives for Haaland.
Marc Guéhi praised team spirit and fan support, urging stronger anti-racism action.

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