Swansea City's Carabao Cup campaign came to an end with a 3-1 defeat to Manchester City at Swansea.com Stadium. The hosts got off to a great start when Gonçalo Franco curled home a stunning strike to take the early lead. However, Manchester City grew into the game and eventually took control, with goals from Jérémy Doku, Omar Marmoush, and Rayan Cherki securing the win. Pep Guardiola's side were without several key players, including Erling Haaland, but still managed to extend their unbeaten streak against Swansea City to 16 games. The win sets up Manchester City for a quarterfinal tie in the Carabao Cup, while Swansea City will focus on their Championship campaign. Manchester City's Rayan Cherki was named player of the match after a standout performance. The visitors dominated possession from the start, but it was Franco's goal that sparked the game into life. Manchester City's James Trafford was barely tested in the first half, but made a crucial save to prevent Swansea City from taking a two-goal lead. The second half saw Manchester City take control, with Doku and Cherki causing problems for the Swansea City defense. Marmoush's late winner sealed the win for Manchester City, who will now look to bring home their record-ninth Carabao Cup. Swansea City, on the other hand, will regroup and focus on their Championship campaign, with their next match scheduled for soon.