In a nail-biting FA Cup semi-final showdown at Wembley, Manchester United secured their spot in the final by defeating Coventry. The match kicked off with an early breakthrough from Scott McTominay in the 23rd minute, who skillfully netted a left-footed strike after a pinpoint pass across the goal.
As halftime approached, United doubled their lead with a commanding header from Harry Maguire, courtesy of an expert delivery from Fernandes. Heading into the break with a 2-0 advantage, United seemed in control.
The second half saw United extend their lead further to 3-0, thanks to a clinical finish from Bruno Fernandes in the 58th minute. But just when victory seemed assured, Coventry staged a remarkable comeback.
Ellis Simms ignited Coventry’s hopes with a goal in the 71st minute, swiftly followed by Callum O’Hare’s strike in the 79th minute. With tensions rising, Coventry earned a penalty in stoppage time (90+5′), duly converted by Haji Wright to level the score at 3-3.
United narrowly avoided a heartbreaking defeat when Wright’s late effort was ruled offside in added time. With the match deadlocked, the fate of both teams was decided by a tense penalty shootout.
Manchester United’s nerves were tested as Casemiro missed their first penalty, but goalkeeper Onana came to the rescue with crucial saves. Coventry’s hopes were dashed when Sheaf’s attempt went wide.
In the end, it was Hojlund who sealed United’s victory with the final penalty. With this hard-fought win, Manchester United set up an electrifying FA Cup final against arch-rivals Manchester City at Wembley Stadium on May 25th.
