# Antoine Semenyo out for eight weeks, Maresca confirms

> Antoine Semenyo will be sidelined for eight weeks after an injury against Ipswich Town, as announced by coach Enzo Maresca on Monday, October 19, 2026.

- Source : https://www.psg-news.com/en/article/antoine-semenyo-out-for-eight-weeks-announces-enzo-maresca
- Published on : 2026-10-19T19:31:20+00:00
- Modified : 2026-10-19T19:31:27+00:00
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## Key takeaways

- Antoine Semenyo, Manchester City's winger, will be out for eight weeks according to Enzo Maresca.
- The injury occurred during the Ipswich Town 3-2 Manchester City match on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
- Enzo Maresca said this on Monday, October 19, 2026 and still hopes to count on Erling Haaland on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 against AEK Athens.
- Maresca did not specify the exact medical nature of the injury nor a detailed rehabilitation timetable.

## The announcement and the absence schedule
Italy-born coach [Enzo Maresca](/en/tag/enzo%20maresca) stated on Monday, October 19, 2026 that [Antoine Semenyo](/en/tag/antoine%20semenyo), [Manchester City](/en/tag/manchester%20city)'s winger, will be sidelined for eight weeks. The injury occurred during the home game against Ipswich Town on Saturday, October 17, 2026 (3-2). Maresca specified the expected duration of the lay-off without going into the medical details.

## Immediate squad implications
Maresca, however, said he still hopes to be able to field Erling Haaland, also carrying a knock, for the Champions League trip on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 21:00 against AEK Athens. The manager did not provide a precise recovery timetable for Semenyo or the specific alternatives planned for the club’s upcoming matches.

## Your questions, our answers

**What is Antoine Semenyo's absence duration?**

Enzo Maresca announced on Monday, October 19, 2026 that Semenyo will be out for eight weeks.

**When and against whom did Semenyo get injured?**

The injury occurred during the match against Ipswich Town on Saturday, October 17, 2026 (3-2).

**Will Erling Haaland be available for the next match?**

Enzo Maresca expressed hope to be able to rely on Erling Haaland for the Champions League match on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 21:00 against AEK Athens.


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