Holders Manchester City set up a fourth round EFL Cup draw with Brighton after a superb debut from teenager Floyd Samba helped them overcome Norwich.
The 17-year-old, son of former Blackburn defender Chris Samba, scored twice as City easily dealt with Championship opposition.
The seagulls were stunning winners against Manchester United on Wednesday and will be tough opposition for the holders as they chase a tenth League Cup win.
But Enzo Maresca has settled in well at the Etihad and his second string proved too strong for an equally changed Norwich side.
Rico Lewis pinged the hosts over early before the exciting Samba headed in his debut after good work down the right from Allan.
Rayan Cherki added a second just three minutes later after running behind a high Norwich line following a fine pass from Ayyoub Bouaddi.
It was three at the start of the second half when classy full-back Allan cut in from the left, came back with his left foot and headed for goal.
Samba then made it four with an even better curler from a similar area to finish off a very impressive display.
Dad Chris, who played 171 times in the Premier League for Blackburn and QPR, was in the stands to enjoy, and with another son Tyrone also on City’s books he has every reason to smile.
And it was 5-0 in the final minute when Ryan McAidoo finished with a fine flowing move at the back post, another exciting young talent in the squad.
EFL Cup: Fourth Round
The matches will be played on the week of October 26, 2026
- Fleetwood Town – Arsenal
- Manchester City v Brighton
- Everton v Newcastle
- Sunderland v Brentford
- Liverpool at Chelsea
- Bradford City v Peterborough
- Fulham v Crystal Palace
- Bournemouth v Aston Villa
