In a disappointing FA Cup quarter-final match on March 4, Liverpool faced a crushing 4-0 defeat against Manchester City. Mohamed Salah, who has announced his departure from Anfield at the end of the season, missed a penalty and has struggled throughout the campaign, scoring only 10 goals in 35 matches. Former Liverpool defender Steve Nicol expressed his frustration with Salah's performance, highlighting a significant drop in form compared to last year when he nearly won the Player of the Year award. Nicol noted Salah's lack of confidence, particularly in his penalty-taking technique, which he described as lacking power and composure. On the other hand, Erling Haaland shone for Manchester City, scoring a hat-trick, his first against Liverpool, and helping the team secure a record-extending eighth consecutive FA Cup semi-final appearance. Haaland expressed his joy after the match, emphasizing the team's consistent success at Wembley. As City celebrates their victory, Liverpool now turns its focus to an upcoming UEFA Champions League quarter-final against holders Paris Saint-Germain.