Overview

• Manchester United sealed a 2-0 victory over Manchester City in the Women’s FA Cup semifinal, advancing to face Chelsea in the final.
• Celin Bizet and Grace Clinton scored within the first 22 minutes, setting the tone for United’s dominant performance.
• Manchester City’s depleted squad, missing key players like Khadija Shaw and Lauren Hemp, struggled to mount a comeback in the face of injuries and limited depth.
• United’s goalkeeper Phallon Tullis-Joyce delivered crucial saves, including a double stop in the second half, to maintain the clean sheet.
• The match underscored City’s need for investment and a squad overhaul to remain competitive in future competitions.