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Marcus Rashford came off the bench and set up both goals in a 2-0 win which sent Manchester United safely through to face Newcastle United in the EFL Cup Final.
Manchester United booked their place in the League Cup final, beating Nottingham Forest 2-0 at Old Trafford and 5-0 on aggregate after goals from Anthony Martial and Fred.
With both sides knowing the tie was effectively over, the first half took a while to get going, but as Forest grew in confidence the game intensified.
Brennan Johnson ought to have given them the lead on 34 minutes, shooting against Tom Heaton when in on goal, and a few minutes later,, Emmanuel Dennis shot against Sam Surridge when he too should have scored.
In the final minute of the half, Wout Weghorst headed against the post, so the teams went to the interval goalless.
In the second half, though, United’s class told, the introduction of Jadon Sancho, Marcus Rashford, and Anthony Martial giving them fresh impetus.
Martial put the tie beyond even minor doubt shortly after coming on, then a fine goal from Fred gave United a 5-0 aggregate win and set up a final against Newcastle.
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Player of the match - Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United)
Bruno Fernandes led his team brilliantly. He was the heartbeat and best player, some of his attacking invention was inspired and a joy to behold.
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