Haaland draws first blood for Man City after Van Dijk gives away penalty

Erling Haaland put Manchester City ahead in their Emirates FA Cup quarter-final against Liverpool, calmly converting a first-half penalty after Virgil van Dijk was adjudged to have fouled an opponent inside the box. The spot-kick, struck with typical power and precision, left the goalkeeper with no chance and handed the hosts a crucial early advantage in the high-stakes tie. The opener set the tone for a pulsating contest at the Etihad, where every touch carried the weight of cup history between the two heavyweights.