Manchester United’s FA Cup journey came to a heartbreaking end at Old Trafford as they suffered a dramatic penalty shootout loss to Fulham.
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🔴 Bernd Leno emerged as the hero for Fulham, making crucial saves from Victor Lindelof and Joshua Zirkzee in the shootout. Zirkzee, devastated by his miss, was left in tears as Marco Silva’s side secured a historic win, converting all four of their penalties.
Match Summary
- Fulham took the lead just before halftime, with Calvin Bassey scoring from a well-executed set-piece.
- Bruno Fernandes equalized in the 71st minute with a clinical low strike.
- Extra time saw both teams push for a winner, with Alejandro Garnacho and Chido Obi going close for United, while Emile Smith Rowe and Ryan Sessegnon tested Andre Onana.
- With neither side able to break the deadlock, penalties decided the match, ending in Fulham’s favor.
What’s Next?
🚨 Manchester United’s FA Cup exit piles pressure on their season, leaving the Europa League as their last hope for silverware and European qualification.
⚽ Fulham, meanwhile, are through to the quarter-finals, chasing their first FA Cup final in 50 years.
Can United salvage their season, or will this be another disappointing campaign? 🤔🔥
