Manchester United pulled off a stunning victory over Arsenal in the FA Cup, winning a penalty shootout 5-3 after a dramatic 1-1 draw at the Emirates Stadium. The match was marked by intense moments, including a significant injury to Arsenal forward Gabriel Jesus, who was stretchered off the field after a collision with Bruno Fernandes.
United opened the scoring with a goal from Fernandes, who had earlier been booked for throwing his boot to the ground in frustration. The game took a dramatic turn when United’s Diogo Dalot received a second yellow card, leaving his side with ten men. Arsenal capitalized on their numerical advantage, with Gabriel Magalhães heading in the equalizer.
Controversy erupted when Arsenal were awarded a penalty after Kai Havertz went down under minimal contact from Harry Maguire. The decision sparked heated confrontations between players, with Maguire accusing Havertz of simulation. The altercation resulted in yellow cards for Maguire, Gabriel Magalhães, and Havertz.
Arsenal’s Martin Ødegaard stepped up to take the penalty, but his effort was saved by United goalkeeper Altay Bayindir. With no further goals in extra time, the match proceeded to a penalty shootout. United displayed remarkable composure, successfully converting all five of their spot-kicks, while Arsenal missed two, including one from Kai Havertz. United emerged victorious, advancing to the next round of the FA Cup.
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