Published 11:59 IST, October 30th 2019

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Carabao Cup: City cruised into the quarterfinals of the tournament with a 3-1 victory over a struggling Southampton as the fringe players impress the manager

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Manchester City strolled into the quarter-finals of the Carabao Cup with a 3-1 win over Southampton at the Etihad Stadium. They still remain on course to win the cup for a third successive time after yet another cruising victory. Meanwhile, Southampton, who entered the fixture after being thrashed 9-0 at home to Leceister, tried stifling City’s attack with a defensive approach but failed to do so.

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Despite some good defending by the visitors, Nicolas Otamendi eventually broke the deadlock with a header after 20 minutes and put the home side ahead. Sergio Aguero, then scored either side of half-time to secure City's place in the quarter-finals. Jack Stephens pulled one back for the visitors with 15 minutes remaining to finish the game at 3-1 to City.

Youngsters Eric Garcia and Thomas Doyle made their mark against the Saints which rightly impressed manager Pep Guardiola.

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The win though came with yet another injury concern for City's defence after Angelino limped off with what appeared to be a hamstring injury in the second half.