Manchester United Win Thrilling FA Cup Semi-Final Shootout
United Survive Mighty Scare to Reach Final
Nervy Shootout Seals Progress
Manchester United overcame a remarkable comeback from Coventry City to secure a dramatic 3-3 (4-2) penalty shootout victory in the FA Cup semi-final on Sunday. United looked set for a comfortable win after taking a commanding 3-0 lead, but the Championship side staged a stunning second-half fightback to level the scores. The match went to a shootout, where United's resilience proved decisive.
United's early dominance was rewarded when Marcus Rashford, Anthony Martial, and Bruno Fernandes found the net before the break. However, Coventry stormed back in style after the interval, with goals from Jodi Jones, Dominic Hyam, and Viktor Gyökeres. The hosts pushed for a winner but were unable to find a way through, forcing the game into extra time.
Neither side could break the deadlock in extra time, and the match went to a penalty shootout. United converted all four of their spot-kicks, while Coventry missed twice. David de Gea made the decisive save to deny Martyn Waghorn and send United through to the final.
The win sets up a mouthwatering clash against Manchester City in the final at Wembley Stadium on May 21. United will be aiming to lift the trophy for the first time since 2016 and avenge their defeat to City in last season's final. Coventry, meanwhile, can be proud of their valiant efforts and will hope to use this experience as a springboard for future success.
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