Manchester United dashed Liverpool’s hopes of a quadruple in Jurgen Klopp’s final season with a thrilling 4-3 victory in the FA Cup quarter-final, sealed by Amad Diallo’s decisive goal in extra time.
Despite Diallo’s heroics, his joy was short-lived as he received a second yellow card for removing his shirt in celebration, leaving United to battle with ten men in a chaotic finale.
Erik ten Hag’s side twice fought back from behind, with Alexis Mac Allister and Mohamed Salah turning the tide in Liverpool’s favor after Scott McTominay’s opener for United. Antony’s late equalizer ensured extra time.
Harvey Elliott’s deflected shot briefly gave Liverpool the lead again, but Marcus Rashford leveled the score at 3-3, before Diallo’s dramatic winner in added time of extra time sealed United’s victory.
The win provided a glimmer of hope for United, who trail Liverpool by 17 points in the Premier League and have exited both the Champions League and League Cup early in the season.
United started strongly, reflecting the urgency of their situation, with McTominay’s early goal setting the tone. However, Liverpool rallied before halftime, with Mac Allister and Salah putting them ahead.
Despite Liverpool’s dominance in the second half, they failed to capitalize on their chances, allowing United back into the game through Antony’s late strike.
The match continued at a frantic pace in extra time, with both teams creating opportunities. Rashford missed a golden chance for United before Diallo’s winner sealed their place in the semi-finals.
The result piled further pressure on Ten Hag, who faces scrutiny amid United’s disappointing season in other competitions.
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