Floyd Samba scores twice on Manchester City debut in 5-0 Carabao Cup win over Norwich

On Thursday, September 17, 2026, 17-year-old Floyd Samba made his senior debut for Manchester City in a Carabao Cup match against Norwich City at the Etihad Stadium. He scored twice in a 5-0 victory, playing as a striker because Erling Haaland was rested. Samba, a midfielder in the academy, was named man of the match. Manager Enzo Maresca praised his performance but noted he is not a natural striker. Samba's debut overshadowed news about 15-year-old JJ Gabriel potentially leaving Manchester United.