FA CUP: Liverpool crash out as super-sub Amad sends Manchester United to Wembley

FA CUP: Liverpool crash out as super-sub Amad sends Manchester United to Wembley

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 19:14 - 17.03.2024

Manchester United secured a 4-3 victory over Liverpool at Old Trafford, to earn a spot in the FA Cup semifinals.

Despite the best efforts of Mohamed Salah and Harvey Elliott, Liverpool suffered FA Cup heartbreak against Manchester United at Old Trafford.

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Manchester United dump Liverpool out of FA Cup

It was a frantic start at Old Trafford, with both teams creating chances early on. Caoimhin Kelleher made a crucial save to deny Alejandro Garnacho, while Mohamed Salah narrowly missed with a bicycle kick volley.

However, it was Manchester United who took the lead when Scott McTominay nodded in a rebound from Kelleher's save.

The visitors thought they had equalized, but VAR ruled out Wataru Endo's goal for offside.Just before halftime, LKlopp's men turned the game around. Alexis MacAllister leveled the score after a well-worked move involving Jarell Quansah and Darwin Nunez.

Then, right on the stroke of halftime, Salah put Liverpool ahead with a rebound finish.

Liverpool continued to press after the break, with Núñez causing problems for the United defense.

However, United fought back, and Antony's late goal forced extra time.

Harvey Elliott's deflected shot gave Liverpool the lead once again, but Marcus Rashford equalized for United.

Just when it seemed penalties were inevitable, Facundo Pellistri scored a dramatic winner for United in the 121st minute, sending Old Trafford into a frenzy. Despite being sent off for his celebration, Pellistri's goal secured a thrilling victory for United.

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