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In the English Premier League, both Manchester United and Chelsea secured spots in the FA Cup quarterfinals on the 28th by winning in dramatic fashion. Manchester United defeated Nottingham Forest 1-0, while Chelsea edged out Leeds United 3-2.
Playing away from home, Manchester United seemed destined for extra time until Brazilian veteran Casemiro stepped up, scoring in the 89th minute from a free kick taken by Fernandes. After a lengthy VAR review, the goal was deemed valid, securing Manchester United's spot in the semifinals against Liverpool.
Due to several key players being injured, Liverpool manager Klopp fielded a starting lineup with six players aged 21 or younger. As a result, they comfortably defeated Championship side Southampton 3-0, with 18-year-old substitute Danes scoring two goals.
At Stamford Bridge, Chelsea fell behind in the 8th minute when Leeds United capitalized on a defensive error to score through Joseph. However, Chelsea quickly equalized through Jackson's close-range effort following fluent attacking play. In the 37th minute, Chelsea's Mudryk found the net with a shot from inside the box after a cross from Sterling on the right flank, but Joseph's headed goal in the 59th minute leveled the score once again.
It wasn't until the 90th minute when Gallagher turned in the box, evaded the defender, and fired a shot into the net, helping Chelsea resolve the battle in regular time. They will face Leicester City in the quarterfinals.
Additionally, Wolverhampton Wanderers will compete against Coventry City for a spot in the semifinals, while defending champions Manchester City will take on Newcastle United's challenge. |
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Post time 1-3-2024 08:59:07