Manchester United Advances in FA Cup with Controversial Late Winner
Harry Maguire's stoppage-time goal secures a 2-1 victory against Leicester City, overshadowed by offside controversy and lackluster team performance.
- Manchester United defeated Leicester City 2-1 at Old Trafford to progress to the FA Cup fifth round, with Harry Maguire scoring a stoppage-time header.
- Replays showed Maguire was offside for the decisive goal, but the absence of VAR in this round of the FA Cup meant the decision stood, sparking criticism from Leicester manager Ruud van Nistelrooy.
- United struggled in the first half, failing to register a shot on target and conceding a goal to Bobby De Cordova-Reid, leading to boos from fans at halftime.
- The introduction of Alejandro Garnacho at halftime revitalized United's attack, with his play leading to Joshua Zirkzee's equalizer in the second half.
- Manager Ruben Amorim acknowledged the team's poor performance and reliance on luck, emphasizing the need for significant improvement in upcoming matches.