Nathan Ake emerged as the protagonist, leading Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City to a triumphant victory of 1-0 against Tottenham, securing their progression to the fifth round of the FA Cup.

Nathan Ake’s heroics sent Manchester City into jubilation as they celebrated a hard-fought victory over Tottenham in the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match. The Dutch defender’s late goal secured a 1-0 win for City, propelling them into the fifth round of the prestigious tournament.

Ake’s decisive moment came in the 88th minute when he bundled the ball into the net from a corner, marking City’s first-ever goal at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. It was a moment of pure elation for the Manchester side, especially considering it took them 102 attempts to find the back of the net at this ground across all competitions.

However, controversy surrounded Ake’s goal as Spurs vehemently claimed it should have been disallowed due to a foul on goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario. Despite their protests, the appeals fell on deaf ears after a VAR check, leaving Tottenham disappointed and City celebrating their triumph.

The FA Cup holders had already faced disappointment earlier in the match when Oscar Bobb’s early goal was disallowed. Nevertheless, City had the upper hand throughout the encounter, with substitute Kevin De Bruyne squandering a golden opportunity just six minutes before Ake’s winner.

This victory not only keeps City’s hopes of retaining the Treble alive but also ends their five-game losing streak at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. On the other hand, Tottenham’s manager, Ange Postecoglou, will have to wait for another season to have a chance at winning silverware in his debut campaign with the club.

Overall, it was a thrilling match that showcased Manchester City’s resilience and determination. Ake’s late heroics will undoubtedly be remembered as a pivotal moment in their FA Cup journey, and they will be eager to continue their success in the upcoming rounds.