March 17, (THEWILL)- In a pulsating FA Cup quarter-final clash at Old Trafford, Manchester United claimed a dramatic 4-3 victory over Liverpool after extra time. The match was an enthralling end-to-end contest, with the lead changing hands multiple times before Amad Diallo’s 121st-minute winner sent the Red Devils into the semi-finals.
The home side took an early lead through Scott McTominay’s close-range finish, but Liverpool hit back just before half-time through goals from Alexis MacAllister and Mohamed Salah. The visitors looked in control after the break until Antony’s late strike forced extra time.
The breathless action continued in the added periods, with Elliott giving Liverpool the lead again before Marcus Rashford equalised. Just when both sides could not be separated and penalties seemed inevitable, United broke away and Diallo calmly slotted home the winner, sparking scenes of jubilation despite his red card for excessive celebration.
This epic cup tie ended Liverpool’s hopes of an unprecedented quadruple this season. For Manchester United, the victory keeps their dream of a major trophy alive as they march on to the Wembley semi-finals.
Jude Obafemi is a versatile senior Correspondent at THEWILL Newspapers, excelling in sourcing, researching, and delivering sports news stories for both print and digital publications.
