Manchester City defeats Plymouth 3-1 to reach FA Cup quarter-finals

Manchester City overcame a first-half deficit to secure a 3-1 victory over Plymouth Argyle in the FA Cup fifth round, thanks to a brace from teenager Nico O'Reilly and a late goal from Kevin De Bruyne. Plymouth shocked the hosts by taking the lead through Maksym Talovierov's header from a corner, but City equalized just before halftime with O'Reilly's header from De Bruyne's free-kick. O'Reilly then scored again in the 76th minute, heading in a corner from Phil Foden to solidify their lead. De Bruyne capped off the win with a tap-in in the final minute, ensuring City's progress to the quarter-finals. The match showcased City's dominance in possession despite their initial struggles to convert chances. With this victory, City aims for a successful FA Cup campaign after a challenging season in other competitions.