Compiled By: Malami Haruna Dogon daji
19 OCTOBER, 2026
Manchester City winger Antoine Semenyo faces up to eight weeks on the sidelines after suffering a knee injury during City’s hard-fought 3–2 Premier League victory over Ipswich Town.
Injury Timeline and Managerial Relief
Manager Enzo Maresca confirmed the timeline on Monday, providing clarity after scans offered relief that the damage was less severe than initially feared. Semenyo sustained the problem after coming on as a 76th-minute substitute for Jeremy Doku, concluding a difficult period that also saw him withdraw from international duty with leg swelling.
“The only one that will be out for probably eight weeks is Antoine. In the first moment, we expected an even worse injury so we were more worried… after yesterday’s scan, we feel much better because it’s not as big as expected.” — Enzo Maresca
Fast Facts: Player Overview
- Player: Antoine Semenyo, Ghana international winger.
- Club: Manchester City.
- Injury: Knee injury (reports indicate a collateral ligament issue).
- Match: Premier League fixture against Ipswich Town.
- Expected Return: December.
Impact on Squad Depth
Semenyo’s absence removes a direct and physical wide option for City during a congested fixture list. He is set to miss crucial matches, including next month’s fixture against Arsenal and upcoming European engagements. While Erling Haaland has also managed a minor fitness setback, expectations of his return against AEK Athens ease immediate attacking worries, leaving squad depth in wide areas as the primary focus.
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