- Manchester United defeated Arsenal in the third round of the FA Cup after a dramatic penalty shootout
- The match ended 1-1 in regular time, with Bruno Fernandes scoring for United and Gabriel Magalhaes equalizing for Arsenal
- United played over an hour with ten men after Diogo Dalot’s red card in the 61st minute
- Altay Bayindir became the first Premier League goalkeeper in 10 seasons to save a penalty in both regular time and a shootout
- Kai Havertz’s miss in the penalty shootout secured United’s place in the next stage
Key Takeaways:
Manchester United secured a dramatic victory over Arsenal in the third round of the FA Cup, advancing to the next stage after a tense penalty shootout. The match at the Emirates ended 1-1 in regular time. Bruno Fernandes opened the scoring in the 52nd minute, but Gabriel Magalhaes leveled the score in the 63rd minute. United’s challenge grew tougher when Diogo Dalot was sent off in the 61st minute, leaving the visitors to play over an hour with ten men.
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Despite being a man down, United held firm under relentless pressure from Mikel Arteta’s side. Arsenal dominated possession and kept the action in the visitors’ half for extended periods. However, crucial misses from Declan Rice, Kai Havertz, and Martin Odegaard – who failed to convert a penalty in the 72nd minute – prevented the hosts from capitalizing on their dominance.
The penalty shootout showcased Manchester United’s composure under pressure. Bruno Fernandes, Amad Diallo, Yoro, Lisandro Martinez, and Joshua Zirkzee all converted their spot-kicks. Meanwhile, Kai Havertz missed Arsenal’s second attempt, ensuring the Red Devils’ progression to the next round, where they will meet Leicester City. United’s goalkeeper Altay Bayindir delivered a standout performance, becoming the first Premier League goalkeeper in a decade to save a penalty in both regular time and a shootout.